Cyanocephalus veadeiroensis (Hyptidinae–Lamiaceae): A striking new species from the Chapada dos Veadeiros, Goiás, Brazil1

Researchers have identified and described Cyanocephalus veadeiroensis, a striking new plant species from the Chapada dos Veadeiros region, Goiás, Brazil. This discovery, initially recognized on Facebook, highlights unique morphological traits such as densely imbricate leaves that obscure stems, leaf lengths exceeding internodes, nearly parallel secondary veins, and acuminate leaf apices. The species is distinct from similar taxa like Cyanocephalus adpressus and C. lanatus. The study provides comparative analysis, distribution insights, and ecological notes, contributing to the understanding of biodiversity in this UNESCO-recognized Cerrado Protected Area.

Antar, G. M., Souza Soares, A. d., Buchoski, M. G., Barêa Pastore, J. F., & Harley, R. M. (2019). Cyanocephalus veadeiroensis (Hyptidinae–Lamiaceae): A striking new species from the Chapada dos Veadeiros, Goiás, Brazil1. The Journal of the Torrey Botanical Society, 146(4), 314. https://doi.org/10.3159/torrey-d-19-00017.1