Semenovia gyirongensis (Apiaceae), a new species from Xizang, China

Abstract

Based on morphology and molecular data, a new species Semenovia gyirongensis Q.Y.Xiao & X.J.He, from Gyirong County, Xizang, China, is described and illustrated. It is morphologically most similar to S. malcolmii (Hemsley & Pearson) Pimenov, but differs in its cylindric much-branched root, intensively branching long underground caudex with distinct nodes, narrowly ovate to ovate terminal leaf lobes, oblong bracts with obtuse-rounded or cuneate apex.

The complete chloroplast genome of Semenovia gyirongensis (Tribe Tordylieae, Apiaceae)

“…Semenovia gyirongensis Q.Y.Xiao & X.J.He (Apiaceae, Apioideae) is a perennial herb, which is endemic to Gyirong County, Xizang, China, growing on screes, rocky slopes and sandy places, at elevations between 4000 and 4150 m (Xiao et al 2017). In field investigation, we found that the taxon is locally common and used for excessive grazing use.…”

“…In field investigation, we found that the taxon is locally common and used for excessive grazing use. Because of its localized distribution and grazing pressure, it was "Vulnerable" (VU) (Xiao et al 2017). Therefore, this species should be urgently scientifically and effectively conserved.…”