Flora da Bahia: Apodanthaceae

Two species of Apodanthaceae are recognized in the flora of Bahia state, Brazil: Apodanthes caseariae and Pilostyles blanchetii . The taxonomic treatment includes the first formal description of the A. caseariae staminate flowers in Brazil, as well as the discussion on P. blanchetii synonyms and hosts. An identification key, descriptions, illustrations, general notes and a distribution map of species in Bahia are provided.