The diversification of spathe mechanism, staminodes, and floral scent in the Schismatoglottideae (Araceae)

Spathe movements and spathe senescence mechanics observed during the pistillate and staminate anthesis phases are described in the genera Aridarum, Burttianthus, Hera, Heteroaridarum, Pursegloveia, Naiadia, Tawaia, and Toga. Floral scents and the originating reproductive structures are described and determined, in particular motility of the staminodes and distribution of stomata on the stamen and appendix.