Tococa obovata Gleason subsp. obovata

  • Family

    Melastomataceae (Magnoliophyta)

  • Scientific Name

    Tococa obovata Gleason subsp. obovata

  • Description

    Description Author and Date: Fabian A. Michelangeli, January 2010, based on Michelangeli, F. A. (2005). Tococa (Melastomataceae). Flora Neotropica Monographs 98: 1-114.

    Description: Abaxial leaf surface flat; domatia absent.

    Habitat and Distribution: Endemic to the summit and slopes of the NW tepuis in the states of Amazonas and Bolívar in S Venezuela. Growing in tepui scrubs, riverine forests and swamps from 1200 to 2000 m.

    Taxonomy and Systematics: For additional description data and comments on relationships and similar species, see the discussion under Tococa obovata.

  • Floras and Monographs

    Tococa obovata Gleason subsp. obovata: [Article] Michelangeli, Fabián A. 2005. (Melastomataceae). Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 98: 1-114.