The Itremo Massif Protected Area in the Central Highlands of Madagascar — a plant species checklist
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Summary The Itremo Massif Protected Area was established and is managed by Kew Madagascar. Here, we publish a plant species checklist of the Itremo Massif Protected Area. It is one of the first expert-verified plant species checklists to be generated for a protected area in Madagascar and includes 749 plant species, 353 genera and 103 families. For each species, full synonymy, notes on vernacular names, global distribution, distribution in Madagascar, elevation, habitat and ecology, flowering period, conservation status and specimen lists are provided.
Source: Kew Bulletin
Authors: Franck Rakotonasolo, Landy R. Rajaovelona, Andry A. Rakotoarisoa, Fitiavana Rasaminirina, Nantenaina H. Rakotomalala, Ary Misa Andry, Velosoa Razafiniary, Henintsoa Razanajatovo, Nomentsoa Randriamamonjy, Vonona Randrianasolo, Olinirina P. Nanjarisoa, Solofo E. Rakotoarisoa, Mamy Tiana Rajaonah, Tianjanahary Randriamboavonjy, David Rabehevitra, Guy E. Onjalalaina, Romer N. Rabarijaona, Fabien R. Rahaingoson, Stuart Cable, Isabel Larridon, Helene Ralimanana
Language: English
Subfield: Plant Science
Domain: Life Sciences
SDG: Life on land
Open Access status: hybrid
Estimated APC paid: $3,190
OpenAlex ID: W4410136431