A taxonomic revision of Boerhavia (Nyctaginaceae) in southern Africa

• Published in: South African journal of botany Vol. 86; pp. 116 - 134
• Main Authors: Struwig, M., Siebert, S.J.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Elsevier B.V 01.05.2013
• Subjects: Anthocarp; Boerhavia; ecology; flora; fruits; geographical distribution; indigenous species; magnesium; Morphology; Nyctaginaceae; soil; Soil chemistry; Southern Africa; taxonomic revisions; Taxonomy; South Africa; Namibia; Soil chemistry; Taxonomy; Morphology; Southern Africa; Boerhavia; Nyctaginaceae; Anthocarp

The genus Boerhavia in southern Africa is revised. Eight species and one infraspecific taxon are recognized for the Flora of Southern Africa region, with Boerhavia orbicularifolia Struwig described as new. Four of the species are indigenous, with three endemic to semi-arid parts of Namibia and north...