Correction: Gagea kotuchovii (Liliaceae) a new species from the Karatau Mountains (western Tian Shan, Kazakhstan) evidenced by morphological and molecular analyses

Key Points

• The objective is to correct and clarify the identification of a new species, Gagea kotuchovii, in the Liliaceae family based on a combination of morphological and molecular evidence.
• Morphological analyses were conducted to identify distinguishing characteristics of the species.
• Molecular analyses were performed to confirm genetic uniqueness.
• Comparative studies were made with existing species in the Liliaceae family.
• Gagea kotuchovii was confirmed as a distinct species based on morphological and molecular characteristics.
• The analyses provided evidence supporting the classification of the species as new.
• The correction emphasizes the relevance of molecular data in species identification.