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Vanilla appendiculata (Orchidaceae): first record to Mato Grosso State, Brazil

Abstract

The first record of Vanilla appendiculata for the state of Mato Grosso is presented, which is also the first record of the species outside the Northern Brazilian region. The description, taxonomic and ecological comments, and a photo of the studied species are presented.

Key words:
vanille; epiphyte; neotropics; new record; orchid

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