Besleria mucosa: a new species of Gesneriaceae with mucilage from the Serranía de los Paraguas, Cordillera Occidental, Colombia

Key Points

• Besleria mucosa is a new species characterized by its mucilage production, indicating its ecological role.
• The identification process revealed its native habitat in the Serranía de los Paraguas in Colombia.
• Fieldwork involved specimen collection and assessment, supported by taxonomic analysis with genetic data.
• Findings highlight the importance of biodiversity in Colombia's Cordillera Occidental, calling for conservation efforts.