A New Species of Glyphochloa W.D.Clayton (Poaceae) from Goa, India

Abstract

A new species of Glyphochioa, viz.: G. veldkampii M.A. Fonseca et Janarth. is described from Goa. It is allied to G. falbotii (Hook. f.) Clayton and G. henryi Janarth. et al. but is distinct from the two species in having a prominent single transverse, cap-like collar on the lower glume of the sessile spikelet. The species is so far known only from the type collection. The type locality has now been covered with fresh soil for afforestation programme.