Lectotypification of the Names of Two Asclepiads: Dischidia bengalensis and Telosma pallida (Marsdenieae, Asclepiadoideae, Apocynaceae) | Synapse
April 23, 2026
Lectotypification of the Names of Two Asclepiads: Dischidia bengalensis and Telosma pallida (Marsdenieae, Asclepiadoideae, Apocynaceae)
Key Points
This research aims to designate lectotypes for the species Dischidia bengalensis and Telosma pallida to ensure correct identification.
Conducted nomenclatural scrutiny of historical botanical documents.
Designated lectotypes for two asclepiad taxa based on findings.
Successfully completed the lectotypification for Dischidia bengalensis.
Successfully completed the lectotypification for Telosma pallida.
Abstract
ABSTRACT Lectotypes for two names of the asclepiad taxa Dischidia bengalensis and Telosma pallida are designated here based on the detailed nomenclatural scrutiny.