Flora of Espírito Santo: Hypoxidaceae

Hypoxidaceae has a worldwide distribution, with nine genera and approximately two hundred species. In Brazil, the family is represented by three species, from genera Curculigo and Hypoxis. This work aims to contribute to the knowledge of Hypoxidaceae species in the state of Espirito Santo, Brazil. It is based on the examination of collections deposited in diverse visited herbaria, on fieldwork and bibliography. Only genus Hypoxis was encountered, with two species, H. atlantica and H. decumbens. Described in 2016 for the states of Bahia and Santa Catarina, H. atlantica is confirmed for Espírito Santo. Descriptions of the species, taxonomic, habitat, ecological and distribution data are provided, with photographs. Additionally, an identification key is presented.

Key words:
Asparagales; Hypoxis; sandy coastal plains; taxonomy