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Synopsis of Hibiscus L. (Malvoideae, Malvaceae) in São Paulo State, Brazil: native and ornamental species

This taxonomic treatment of Hibiscus was based on an analysis of more than 100 specimens from herbaria in São Paulo State and of material collected by the authors. The genus is represented by six native species and eight cultivated species for ornamental purposes. The native species are distributed in swampy areas of Atlantic rain forest and Cerrado, while the cultivated species are found in squares, public areas, parks, and private and public gardens. Identification key, illustrations, data on geographic distribution, and comments on morphology and taxonomy of the species are presented. Hibiscus urticifolius A. St.Hil & Naudin is reported for the first time for São Paulo State.

flora; geographic distribution; morphology; taxonomy


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