Taxonomic studies in the family araceae from Bangladesh

Abstract

1. The family Araceae has been investigated throughout the country by extensive field trips (137 field trips) during the period from 1988 to 2014. Collection, preservation and identification of specimens have been made following standard taxonomic procedures. 2. Taxonomically important 60 plant specimens, which were not readily identifiable, were collected and planted in the Bangladesh National Herbarium Garden, Dhaka University Botanical Garden and Home Garden for critical study. 3. A total of 27 genera, 105 species and 6 varieties have been recorded from Bangladesh territory. 4. The study has identified 4 new generic (Ariopsis Nimmo, Caladium Vent., Gonatopus J.D. Hook. ex Engl. and Remusatia Schott) and 38 new species records for Bangladesh. 5. Six new species and four new varieties have been ascertained.