Gastrodia putaoensis X. H. Jin, a newly recorded species of Gastrodia from China

Gastrodia putaoensis X. H. Jin is reported here as a newly recorded species for China, located in Motuo, Xizang. Originally discovered in northern Myanmar, this species was first described in 2017. Distinct from all other species within the genus, G. putaoensis is characterized by a bifurcated lip, comprising two segments. The apical part is densely covered with yellow hairs, while the apex of the part is densely covered with red papillae. This revised account expands upon the initial description by providing enhanced morphological details and including photographs of the floral anatomy, serving as supplementary data for the species G. putaoensis.