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The aim is to describe and illustrate a new species within the Magnolia sect. Manglietiastrum found in Vietnam.

July 23, 2026ZooKeysOpen Access

Additions to the species of Magnolia L., sect. Manglietiastrum (Y.W.Law) Noot. (Magnoliaceae) in Vietnam

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New species Magnolia tienii is identified in Vietnam, indicating its distinct morphological traits and phylogenetic placement.

The aim is to describe and illustrate a new species within the Magnolia sect. Manglietiastrum found in Vietnam.
Detailed morphological observations were conducted to describe the new species.
Phylogenetic analysis was performed based on rbcL sequences to confirm the species placement.
Magnolia tienii has distinct morphological characteristics, including paired terminal flowers and specific leaf dimensions.
Phylogenetic analysis revealed a single nucleotide difference in rbcL sequences from its closest relatives, confirming its status as a unique species.

Minh et al. (2026) studied this question.

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