Isoetes neoguineensis

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Isoetes neoguineensis

Description

Submerged aquatic. Leaves numerous, 5-7½ cm by 3 mm, recurved, terete towards the apex, flattened lower down, abruptly dilated at base.

Distribution

Albert Edward present, E. New Guinea present, Malaysia present, Mts Scratchley present
Malaysia: E. New Guinea (Mts Scratchley and Albert Edward), twice found.

Notes

Baker's Statement that the megaspores are smooth between the triradiate ridges is incorrect.

Citation

Baker 1899: Kew Bull.: 122
Pfeiffer 1922 – In: Ann. Mo. Bot. Gard.: 211
Sadebeck 1901 – In: E. & P., Pfl. Fam. 1: 776