FIGURE 13 in Systematics of Mendoncia (Acanthaceae: Thunbergioideae) in the Paleotropics

FIGURE 13. Mendoncia flagellaris (A–G, J, Daniel et al. 9239; H, I, Razanatsima et al. 422). A. Habit. B. Fertile node with multiple dichasia. C. Dichasium showing a flower and paired protuberances on bracteoles. D. Unopened bracteoles from above showing paired protuberances. E. Corolla split open to show androecium. F. Stamen showing two thecae bearing basal bristles, poricidal dehiscence, and extension of connective distal to pores. G. Apex of style and stigma. H. Fresh drupe (from photo) showing sequentially from top: distal portion of peduncle, calyx, and drupe. I. Dried drupe showing sequentially from top: distal portion of peduncle with flared apex, calyx with undulations, nectar disc, and drupe. J. Seed. Drawn by Jenny Speckels (A–G) and Becca Berezuk H–J.