Abstract

KARREMANS, Adam P.. Prosthechea madrensis, a reconsideration of Epidendrum madrense Schltr. (Orchidaceae: Laeliinae). Act. Bot. Mex [online]. 2009, n.88, pp.47-57. ISSN 2448-7589.

Epidendrum madrense, traditionally treated under the synonymy of Prosthechea chacaoensis, is recognized as a distinct species and transferred to Prosthechea. The number, length, and shape of the nectar guides on the labellum are useful taxonomic characters to distinguish closely related species in Prosthechea.

Keywords : Laeliinae; Mesoamerica; Orchidaceae; Prosthechea madrensis.