September 12, 2025Phytotaxa

A new species of Pleurothallis (Pleurothallidinae:Orchidaceae) from subgenus Ancipitia discovered through citizen science in the paramo of the Central Andes of Colombia

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Pleurothallis maitamae is a newly identified orchid species endemic to the Central Andes at elevations of 2600-3000 meters.
This species exhibits unique floral characteristics, including a chestnut-colored, 3-lobed labellum with pale yellow flowers and dark-purple spots.
Comparative analysis with other orchids in the P. crocodiliceps complex confirms its distinctiveness, enhancing understanding of biodiversity in the region.
Integrating citizen science with traditional taxonomy aids in discovering new species in poorly explored ecosystems like the Andean paramos.

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Citizen science uncovers a new orchid species, Pleurothallis maitamae, in the Central Andes, highlighting biodiversity importance.

Sánchez-Gómez et al. (2025) studied this question.

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