Abstract:The delimitation of species within the genus Spiranthes (Orchidaceae) is problematic due to the intricate interplay of phenotypic plasticity, ecological variation, and hybridization, making identification that relies solely on morphology inadequate. In light of morphological and phylogenetic data, we have described a self-pollinating species, S. minamitaniana within the Spiranthes sinensis species complex. Spiranthes minamitaniana shares several morphological features with S. hachijoensis, such as glabrous inf… Show more
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