Abstract
The Caryophyllaceae are represented in Peru by 19 genera and 126 species (Brako & Zarucchi, 1993), mainly herbs and subshrubs. Here we recognize 44 endemic taxa in 11 genera. We applied IUCN categories and criteria to 43 taxa. Endemic taxa are found mainly in the High- Andean and Mesoandean regions, between 2500 and 4950 m elevation. Ten endemic species have been registered within Peru's protected areas system.
| Translated title of the contribution | Caryophyllaceae endemic to Peru |
|---|---|
| Original language | English |
| Pages (from-to) | 246s-252s |
| Journal | Revista Peruana de Biologia |
| Volume | 13 |
| Issue number | 2 |
| State | Published - Dec 2006 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Bibliographical note
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Keywords
- Caryophyllaceae
- Endemic plants
- Endemism
- Peru