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September 10, 2025PhytotaxaOpen Access

Magnolia tapichalacaensis (M. sect. Splendentes, Magnoliaceae), a new species from the Andean foothills of Zamora Chinchipe, Ecuador

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Magnolia tapichalacaensis exhibits distinct characteristics including tomentose leaves and unique flower shapes, enhancing biodiversity.
Flowers of this new species measure between 5.6 and 7.5 cm in diameter, and have tomentose sepals alongside a unique arrangement of stamens.
Preliminary assessments label this species as Critically Endangered, indicating a strong need for conservation actions in its native habitat.
An updated list of Ecuadorian magnolias was also provided, documenting the diversity and conservation status of these key flora.

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Newly identified species magnolia tapichalacaensis shows unique characteristics, highlighting its rarity in the cloud forest of Zamora Chinchipe.

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Newly identified species magnolia tapichalacaensis shows unique characteristics, highlighting its rarity in the cloud forest of Zamora Chinchipe.