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Molecular systematics reveals increased diversity within the South African Laurencia complex (Rhodomelaceae, Rhodophyta).
Journal of phycology - 1 Aug 2017
Francis Caitlynne, Bolton John J, Mattio Lydiane, Mandiwana-Neudani Tshifhiwa G, Anderson Robert J
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Previous publications list ten species in the Laurencia complex from South Africa with all ascribed to the genus Laurencia sensu stricto. However, the diversity of the complex in South Africa has not yet been re-assessed following the numerous recent taxonomic changes. This study investigated the phylogenetic relationships and taxonomy of this group in South Africa using recent collections. Methods included...
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