Oreocharis ovata (Gesneriaceae), a new species from Guangdong, China

Based on morphological observations and comparisons, a new species, Oreocharis ovata L.H. Yang, L.X. Zhou & M. Kang, is described and illustrated. Morphological relationships and differences between this new species and related congeners are discussed. Comments on ecology, distribution, conservation status and phenology of the new species are provided. Additionally, illustrations and images of the new species are presented.