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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 4h

A new species of Poaceae, Triniochloa villalpandoana, is described from Jalisco, Mexico, based on morphological and molecular evidence. Endemic to Cerro de los Bailadores and assessed as Critically Endangered, it is the seventh species in this American genus. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

How did Pleistocene climate shifts shape Mediterranean plant divergence? A study of Cistus albidus and C. creticus finds climatic niche conservatism, with historical geographic isolation and refugial dynamics playing a key role. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

New study on the germination ecology of the critically endangered Onobrychis conferta subsp. conferta and rare O. caput-galli (Fabaceae). Both show broad tolerance to temperature, salinity, drought stress, pH, and burial depth, informing conservation and restoration. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

How many species are hiding under one name? The Nautilocalyx pallidus complex (Gesneriaceae) reveals four: redefined morphological boundaries for N. hirsutus and N. pallidus, a reinstated N. ochroleucus, and a new species, N. engelsii, from Brazil. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

How do rivers, elevation, and climate shape genetic diversity in the Gran Chaco in Argentina? A new study of Aspidosperma quebracho-blanco (Apocynaceae) identifies eight potential barriers to gene flow and provides guidance for conservation and restoration. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Belgian populations of invasive Crassula helmsii produce numerous viable seeds, with nearly complete germination of viable seeds after chilling. Seed banks may add a hidden challenge for management. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Three new species of Begonia sect. Baryandra have been discovered in the Philippines. Morphological and molecular evidence reveals rapid diversification and revealing previously overlooked diversity within one of the Philippines’ most diverse plant groups. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

New study from a Neotropical Restinga community shows that flowering phenology is evolutionarily conserved, while pollinator niches remain flexible. This decoupling may promote species coexistence through temporal continuity and variable biotic interactions. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

A new species, Linaria alfercensis, is described from Portugal’s Algarve. Integrative phylogenomics and distribution data reveal how geological diversity and edaphic specialisation drive isolation and speciation in Linaria subsect. Versicolores. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

A new species of Allium, A. erimomeli, is described from the volcanic islands of Milos and Antimilos, Greece. This hexaploid species highlights the role of polyploidy and insular isolation in A. sect. Codonoprasum diversification. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

A new species of Erythroxylaceae has been described from Cameroon: Nectaropetalum camerunense, endemic to the Sanaga basin. The discovery extends the genus westwards and brings the number of known Sanaga riverine endemics to nine. Assessed as Endangered. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Wide range, narrow niche: the tree Ragala ucuquirana-branca (Sapotaceae) occupies only a small fraction of its Amazonian range because its distribution is strongly constrained by soil properties, especially soil pH, and atmospheric conditions. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Why are some terrestrial orchids rare? A study of Malaxis shows that re-terrestrialized orchids depend on coarse woody debris for germination. Because this substrate is scarce in forests, a restricted regeneration niche may drive orchid rarity and inform conservation. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Integrating phylogenetic, anatomical, and morphological evidence, this study shows that the Malagasy endemic grass Panicum ambositrense belongs in Trichanthecium (Poaceae). A new combination Trichanthecium ambositrense is proposed. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

This new study reveals how stem anatomy changed during the evolution of Passiflora, from woody forms to specialised tendril-climbing vines, highlighting reduction of lignified supporting tissues (wood and sclerenchyma) and delayed periderm onset. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

How many species are hidden within the Magnolia pacifica complex? Multilocus coalescent analyses reveal five evolutionary lineages, refining the taxonomy and conservation framework of Mexican magnolias. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

A remarkable discovery from Liberia: Emelianthe purpurea, a new endemic mistletoe species. The genus was previously known only from East Africa; this new species extends its range by nearly 5000 km, revealing a striking African disjunction. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Syagrus montana (Arecaceae), from Brazil’s campo rupestre, is recognized as a distinct dwarf palm based on morphological, anatomical, ecological, and geographic evidence. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

New research on Colombian mistletoes reveals a new species, Psittacanthus job-kuijtii (Loranthaceae), and four species newly recorded for Colombia. These discoveries raise the country's Psittacanthus diversity to 41 taxa. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

After nearly 50 years, Lysimachia peduncularis has been rediscovered in southern China. Using morphology, plastid genomes, and phylogenomics, its placement within subgenus Idiophyton is clarified. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

A new molecular phylogeny of Philippine Amorphophallus (Araceae) reveals that the group is polyphyletic, pointing to multiple colonization events into the archipelago. With 20 endemic species, the Philippines may harbour even more hidden diversity than previously thought. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

Research on orchids in the Itremo Massif shows that 64% of species are endemic to Madagascar and 41% are threatened. Conservation should prioritise humid forests for unique species and rocky habitats for endemic richness, while addressing mining, fire, and land use change. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

How do plant traits shape insect communities? In Crambe tataria, plant height and inflorescence size influence insect abundance and composition, especially phytophagous species, highlighting the role of plant morphology in structuring ecological interactions. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Cinchona (Rubiaceae), the source of quinine, faces shrinking habitat in eastern DR Congo as climate stress intensifies. Modeling show high-suitability areas could drop from 4.13% today to near 1% by the 2050s, concentrating in highland refugia. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Specialized fly pollination in Apoballis mutata shows that high reproductive success does not require a trap system. Interactions with flies enable efficient pollen transfer, repeated visits, and fruit set >90%, offering new insight into pollination strategies in Araceae. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

Two new dioecious species of Vanguerieae (Rubiaceae) from Madagascar are described using molecular and morphological data. One belongs to Peponidium, the other to Pyrostria. Both are limestone specialists with restricted ranges and conservation concern. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

A new species from northern Peru: Arcytophyllum leymebambense (Rubiaceae). This morphologically distinct, phylogenetically isolated lineage inhabits high-elevation Jalca grasslands and is known from three populations. Its discovery sheds light on Andean diversification. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

The species Oldenlandia bahiana (Rubiaceae), endemic to Brazil, is described using an integrative approach combining morphology, ecology, and micromorphology. Distinct from O. filicaulis, it highlights hidden diversity and the remarkable endemism of rupestrian grasslands. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

New work on Tradescantia subg. Campelia brings order to one of the most complex groups in the genus: a four-section classification and a revised T. sect. Rhoeo. This integrative study provides a foundation for clearer identification and future research. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

In Arisaema serratum from Japan, sex isn’t just about size. Light availability can override size-dependent sex expression, while genomic analyses reveal hybridization with sympatric species, highlighting the role of ecological flexibility in adaptation and range expansion. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Three new species of Cladoceras and Rutidea (Rubiaceae - Pavetteae) discovered in Gabon and Equatorial Guinea during work on the Flore du Gabon. Detailed taxonomy, field observations, and IUCN assessments highlight their distinct traits. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

Insights into domestication of Amaranthus cruentus: by comparing cultivated plants with wild ancestors, key traits distinguish wild and domesticated forms. Variation across regions suggests Mexican populations show a higher level of domestication than those from Guatemala. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

Gustavia santanderiensis from Colombia’s Magdalena Valley is redescribed from herbarium and field data: its taxonomy clarified, striking flower colour variation revealed, distribution restricted, and ecological niche modelled, showing the species is an endangered endemic. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

In common milkweed (Asclepias syriaca) the ability to compensate for leaf damage varies across geography. Populations from colder climates grow larger but recover less from damage, suggesting that climate-driven differences in phenology shape how plants tolerate herbivory. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

This study presents an integrative, worldwide infrageneric classification of Lejeunea, one of the most species-rich liverwort genera with ~375 species. Two subgenera and 15 sections are recovered by combining morphology with molecular phylogenetics. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

New genomic insights into the invasion of Ulex europaeus in the Northern Andes: high genetic diversity, restricted gene flow, and evidence for multiple introduction events shaping its spread across high-mountain ecosystems in Colombia. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

A botanical surprise in Belgium: a completely new Medicago species emerges after a flood. Medicago peregrina sp. nov. appears to be a stowaway from historical wool trade, showing how centuries-old human activities can still shape today’s flora. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

This study presents a comprehensive palynological study of Zornia (Fabaceae) and found that the genus is stenopalynous, with thickness of nexine as a synapomorphy. The stenopalynous nature is confirmed by the numerous homoplasies. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

New research on Zamia loddigesii reveals how vegetative and reproductive phenology varies across its wide range in Mexico. Reproduction is highly synchronized within populations but shifts geographically, driven by temperature. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

How does a plant species swarm coexist on an isolated mountain in northern Madagascar? Studying the Malagasy olive Noronhia on Montagne d’Ambre shows that environmental filtering and niche partitioning together shape community assembly across elevations. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

The authors studied the pollination biology of Aristolochia sessilifolia and found that effective pollination depends on a match between floral dimensions and fly body size. Trap flowers, tiny flies, and a high fruit set reveal just how specific these interactions are. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

A new plant species has been described from Cameroon: Phragmanthera bidaultii (Loranthaceae), discovered along the Sanaga River. Found in threatened riverine forests, it has unique floral traits and a very restricted range, and is assessed as Endangered. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

A new orchid species was hiding in plain sight. Habenaria adamantina, discovered in the Espinhaço range of Minas Gerais, Brazil, is described using morphological and DNA evidence, alongside a major update of the Habenaria checklist for Grão Mogol. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

This study present taxonomic updates in Adenocalymma (Bignoniaceae) from the Brazilian Atlantic Forest, including a revised circumscription of A. acutissimum and the description of a new species, A. darwinii. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

This new study reveals that two Neotropical Malaxis orchids rely on cross-pollination by specialist fungus gnats. Both produce nectar and are self-incompatible, yet show high pollination efficiency, with M. excavata achieving notably higher fruiting success. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

Myrcianthes spans a large ecological and geographic range, with late diversification, southern origins, and two major clades across the Americas. New insights into its biogeography and wood anatomy highlight a complex evolutionary history across lowlands and highlands. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

New analyses of the neotropical palm Chamaedorea elatior (Arecaceae) show that its solitary and cespitose forms differ clearly in leaf morphology, consistently separating into two groups across multiple statistical tests. This suggests they may represent distinct species. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

New field data clarify the diversity of Pulsatilla in Kosovo, confirming five taxa and reporting the first records of P. halleri subsp. rhodopaea and P. vernalis. Misidentifications are corrected and threatened taxa are identified in the Balkans. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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Plant Ecology and Evolution @plecevo.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

Species distribution models predict Lippia turbinata and Salimenaea integrifolia (Verbenaceae) could expand their ranges by 2070 while Lippia alba may lose habitat. Contrasting responses show the need for species-specific conservation strategies to protect plant resources. ➡️ doi.org/10.5091/plec...

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