Notes on Glossopteris angustifolia Brongniart
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https://doi.org/10.54991/jop.1981.1400Keywords:
Glossopteris, Cuticle, Modificative viewsAbstract
The concept of the species Glossopteris angustifolia as defined by Brongniart is analysed for the identification of newly found leaves. The identification can now be based on Brongniart's diagnosis, figures, and type-specimen. Some modificative views are also discussed which have led to errors in the usage of the specific name. It is concluded that the type specimen and the author's diagnosis is adequate for the recognition of the species.
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