Perspectives in Biodiversity | 2024 | Volume 2 | pp 60–68
Research Paper
Lomandra macfarlanei (Asparagaceae: Lomandroideae), a new species from the Northern Territory, Australia
Jian Wang
Affiliation:
Queensland Herbarium and Biodiversity Science, Department of Environment, Science and Innovation, Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mt Coot-tha Road, Toowong, Queensland 4066, Australia.
Corresponding author: jian.wang@des.qld.gov.au
Received: 6 June 2024 | Accepted: 23 June 2024 | Published: 09 Aug 2024
Senior Editor: Peter de Lange
https://doi.org/10.34074/pibdiv.002107
Abstract:
A new species, Lomandra macfarlanei Jian Wang ter (Asparagaceae: Lomandroideae) from north Northern Territory, Australia, is described, illustrated and compared to other species in the L. multiflora complex. Notes on its distribution including map, habitat, phenology and affinities are provided. A conservation status of Least Concern is recommended based on IUCN criteria.