A new species of Rhynchosia (Leguminosae, Papilionoideae) from Bahia State, Brazil

During a taxonomic study of Rhynchosia in Brazil and intensive field work, a new species from Bahia, R. lewisii , was discovered. The new species is herein described, illustrated and its morphological affinities with related species are presented. Additionally, the conservation status of the new species is discussed, and a key to the taxa of Rhynchosia that occur in the Bahia is provided.