Title
A new species and a new record of Aspidistra (Asparagaceae) for the flora of Laos
Author
Xi, Hou-Cheng
Publication
PHYTOTAXA
Year
2026
Volume
756
Issue
2
Corresponding Author
Wang, WG; Shen, JY
Abstract
Aspidistra khamkheuthensis, a new species of Asparagaceae from Laos, is described and illustrated. It resembles A. attenuata but differs from it in leaf blade shape and length, perigone color, stamens position, anther shape, pistil shape and size, as well as stigma shape and color. In addition, A. multiflora is reported as a new record for the flora of Laos.