Lectotypification of the Linnaean name Dianthus virgineus (Caryophyllaceae) and its taxonomic consequences. Issue 5 (27th August 2021)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Domina, Gianniantonio; Astuti, Giovanni; Barone, Giulio; Gargano, Domenico; Minuto, Luigi; Varaldo, Lucia; Peruzzi, Lorenzo
• Is Part Of: Taxon. Volume 70:Issue 5(2021)
• Page Start: 1096
• Page End: 1100
• Publication Date: 2021-08-27
• Subjects: Linnaean names -- Mediterranean Basin -- nomenclature -- taxonomy -- typification; Plants -- Classification -- Periodicals; 580.12
• DOI: 10.1002/tax.12563
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0040-0262

Abstract

Abstract: A lectotype is designated for the name Dianthus virgineus . The relationships between D. virgineus, D. caryophyllus var. caryophyllus, and D. caryophyllus var. inodorus are analyzed. Dianthus virgineus is the oldest available name that applies to a species complex that is often referred to as D. sylvestris or a broad circumscription of the cultivated ornamental D. caryophyllus . The taxonomic consequences are discussed, and the need for further studies is highlighted.