Micromorphological investigation of the lemma surface revealed that the Mediterranean annual and type of Phleum sect. Achnodon, Ph. subulatum, exhibits a hitherto neglected, unique character combination, which provides strong evidence for an isolated position of this species within the genus. In contrast to recent redefinitions of Ph. sect. Achnodon, the original concept of a monotypical section is consequently retained.
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10 December 1999
Short notes on Phleum sect. Achnodon (Gramineae)
Hildemar Scholz