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Type: Article
Published: 2013-05-23
Page range: 21–35
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A revision of the genus Anthoceros (Anthocerotaceae, Anthocerotophyta) in China

Anthoceros alpinus A. bharadwajii A. subtilis hornworts new synonym

Abstract

The genus Anthoceros (Anthocerotaceae, Anthocerotopsida) in China is reviewed. Five species and one variety are recognized. Anthoceros alpinus, A. bharadwajii, and A. subtilis, are reported new to China. Aspiromitus areolatus and Anthoceros esquirolii are proposed as new synonyms of Folioceros fuciformis and Phaeoceros carolinianus, respectively. A key to the species of Anthoceros in China is provided.