Lepidium virginicum L. (Brassicaceae), a new record for the flora of Iran

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University of Mazandaran, Babolsar

Abstract
In the framework of floristic and vegetation studies of different parts of the Hyrcanian region of northern Iran, Lepidium virginicum L. (Brassicaceae) is reported here for the first time for the flora of Iran. Along with a distribution map for the species, an identification key is provided for the nine annual or biennial species of Lepidium, already reported from Iran.


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Volume 5, Issue 3 - Serial Number 17
Autumn 2018
Pages 324-328

  • Receive Date 08 June 2026
  • Publish Date 08 June 2026