Taxonomic revision of the genus Polygala (polygalaceae) in Armenia

Polygala is a large genus within the Polygalaceae family. This study presents a comprehensive taxonomic revision of the genus Polygala in Armenia, based on detailed morphological studies of living and herbarium specimens. A new identification key for the genus Polygala in Armenia has been developed. A detailed description for each taxon including full synonymy, nomenclatural notes, intrageneric relationships, geographical distribution, characteristic habitats, flowering and fruiting periods, references to type specimens, and notes on the conservation status of some species according to IUCN is given. The name Polygala supina is presented for the first time as a priority name for the flora of Armenia. According to the presented revision, the genus Polygala in the flora of Armenia is represented by ۱۳ species, ۲ of which are endemic to the country. Polygala stoksiana and Polygala pruinosa are reporting for the first time in Armenia. In addition, new floristic regions have been identified for some species.

کلیدواژه ها:

flora of Armenia ، Identification key ، Polygalaceae ، Polygala ، species distribution