Aroideana Vol. 38

Journal of the International Aroid Society

Aroideana Volume 38 (2015) showcases new species discoveries and reviews in the Araceae family from Southeast Asia and South America. This issue includes descriptions of several newly identified Amorphophallus, Typhonium, and Dracontium species, highlighting their distinct morphological features and habitats. A review article examines the floral biology, pollination ecology, and genetics of Dieffenbachia, emphasizing knowledge gaps and evolutionary insights. The issue also features discussions on Alocasia, Philodendron hybrids, and an illustrated compendium of Malesian Araceae genera

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Featured Articles in this Issue:

Three New Amorphophallus Species from Laos – Alan Galloway
Description of A. barbatus, A. claudelii, and A. khammouanensis.
Two New Typhonium Species from Laos and Thailand – Alan Galloway
Introduces T. attapeuensis and T. khonkaenensis, with habitat and morphological comparisons.
Two New Species of Dracontium (Araceae) from Northern Brazil – Eduardo G. Gonçalves & Silvio P. dos Santos
New Amazonian species D. laetum and D. narae are described and illustrated.
Floral Biology, Pollination Ecology & Genetics of Dieffenbachia (Araceae)—A Review – Marc Gibernau
A synthesis of current research and future directions in Dieffenbachia biology.
Alocasia wentii—Species or Enigma? – Lari Garner
Discusses the taxonomic and horticultural confusion surrounding A. wentii.
New Philodendron Hybrids Featuring P. saxicola – Lari Garner
Overview of hybridization efforts involving this species.
Compendium Genera Aracearum Malesianum – Peter C. Boyce & S.Y. Wong
An illustrated compendium of Araceae genera in the Malesian region.