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 Versus in Rubiaceae (Gentianales): Their Etymologies Explained

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Journal PhytoKeys
Date 2025 Feb 24
PMID 39989847
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is the original spelling of the generic name, as it appeared in the protologue, but in literature and online databases, the variant spelling is often used. However, the confusion about the spelling is caused by a misinterpretation of the etymology. Here, we demonstrate that the original spelling by Blume should be retained.

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