Research Paper

New addition of Neottia in Taiwan

Yi-Tse Wang, Tsan-Piao Lin, Yung-I Lee

Published on: 05 January 2026

Page: 37 - 41

DOI: 10.6165/tai.2026.71.37

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    Abstract

    A new orchid species, Neottia trigona T.P. Lin & Y.I. Lee, is described from Yushan in central Taiwan. This species resembles Neottia nankomontana, but can be readily distinguished by its shorter peduncle, stouter stem and larger floral dimensions, a broad triangular lip, and the ciliolate margin of the labellum. An illustration of the new species is provided, together with a dichotomous key to the species of Neottia in Taiwan.

    Keyword: Listera, Neottia nankomontana, Neottia trigona, new species, Orchidaceae, Taiwan

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