A synopsis of Ptilotus (Amaranthaceae) in eastern Australia

Abstract

A synopsis is presented for the 31 Ptilotus species accepted by the author, and indigenous in eastern Australia (Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and Tasmania). Notes on typification, distribution and habitat are given. Two new combinations are made, and 24 names are here formally reduced to synonymy. A lectotype is chosen for P. calostachyus F.Muell. A key to the identification of Ptilotus taxa in eastern Australia is included. © 2008 Royal Botanic Gardens and Domain Trust.