Hesperis turkmendaghensis (sect. Hesperis) (Cruciferae/Brassicaceae), a new species from the Central Anatolia region, Turkey

Abstract

The species grows under mixed forest, open forest and shady slopes in Türkmen Daǧi (B3 Eskişehir) in Central Anatolia. It is closely related to H. matronalis L. ssp. matronalis, an endemic confined to Central Anatolia. Diagnostic morphological characters are discussed. Notes are also presented on its ecology, biogeography and conservation status. In addition, the pollen characteristics and seed coat surface of H. turkmendaghensis and H. matronalis are examined by SEM. © 2005 The Linnean Society of London.