Population data of Chaptalia exscapa (Pers.) Baker var. chilensis (DC.) Burkart in Talca Province, central Chile

We examine the distribution and ecology of Chaptalia exscapa (Pers.) Baker var. chilensis (DC.) Burkart in the Talca Province,Maule Region. It is reports new data related to the morphology of the plant and the presence of Chaptalia in four new localitiesin the Maule Region. The populations present a high vulnerability due low population size and disturbed habitat. Flowering andfructification of individuals is scanty.