Taxonomy of the genus Phalaris L. (Poaceae: Pooideae: Phalaridinae) in Chile

Abstract

A taxonomic revision of genus Phalaris L. (Poaceae: Phalaridinae) in Chile is given. Nine species are recognized: P. amethystina Trin., P. caroliniana Walter, P. angusta Nees ex Trin., P. aquatica L., P. arundinacea L., P. canariensis L., P. coerulescens Desf., P. minor Retz. and P. paradoxa L. Descriptions, synonyms, illustrations, specimens examined and a key to species are included. Phalaris coerulescens is cited for the first time in Chile.