Colchicum talassicum: a new species of the C. robustum complex (Colchicaceae) from the Talas Region of Kyrgyzstan
摘要
Colchicum talassicum (Colchicaceae), a new spring-flowering ephemeroid species with synanthous leaves and a split perianth tube, from the C. robustum complex, endemic to the Talas Region of Kyrgyzstan (Talas Ala-Too Range & Talas Valley, Tian Shan foothill and steppe ecoregion), is described and illustrated. Morphological differences between the new and related species are discussed. Photographs, habitat and morphology figures, a distribution map and a provisional conservation assessment are provided.