Species Salvinia molesta
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Etymology of Salvinia:
For Anton Maria Salvini (1653–1729), Italian scholar, polyglot and translator. He studied law at the University of Padua to accommodate his father’s wishes but thereafter studied Greek and Latin under the Italian naturalist and linguist Francesco Redi (1626–1697). He also learned French, English, Hebrew and Spanish. In 1677, Salvini was appointed as the chair of Greek at the Studio Fiorentino, and translated many Greek literary works and poems, as well as a few Latin, French and English works. His writing and poetry did not achieve the excellence of his translations. As a result of his erudition and linguistic skills, he became a member of the Accademia della Cruscia, the most prestigious language institution in Italy, and was called upon to comment on many translations.
Etymology of molesta:
Latin meaning 'troublesome or bothersome'
Scientific name:
Salvinia molesta D. S. Mitch.
Etymology applies to:
Common names:
Kariba Weed
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Unknown
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Protologue:
Brit. Fern Gaz. 10(5): 251 (1972)
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Year published:
1972
Floating perennial with horizontal rhizome. Floating fronds in pairs, emarginate, base cordate, folded along midrib, with multicellular papillae with 4 separate curved segments adjoining apically above, submerged fronds dissected. Sporocarps spherical, hairy. Standing inland waters, to 250 m, SW, SE (tropical African weed, Cape Peninsula to Knysna).
Observations of Taxon
Salvinia molesta
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CE van Ginkel or CJ Cilliers (David)
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Salvinia molesta
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David Gwynne-Evans (David)
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05/12/2016 - 3:24pm
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Salvinia molesta
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Guthrie Herbarium (David)
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05/12/2016 - 5:24pm
Collection:
Salvinia molesta
Name of observer:
Observer unknown (David)
Date observed:
05/12/2016 - 5:24pm