<i>Rayenia malalcurensis</i> (Escalloniaceae), a new genus and species endemic to Central Chile
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2021
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Rayenia, a new monotypic genus assigned here to the Escalloniaceae, is provided with a description of the type species Rayenia malalcurensis, endemic to San Fabian de Alico, Nuble Region, Central Chile. Molecular phylogenetics and morphological data support its placement in a new genus, separated from its sister taxon Tribeles australis. A detailed description, distribution map, insights about its ecology, conservation status and a key to the genera of Escalloniaceae in South America are given.
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Andes, biodiversity, phylogeny, taxonomy