Two new species of Maripa Aubl. (Convolvulaceae) from the Andean tropical forest

Two new species of Maripa (Convolvulaceae) are described in the Northern Andean Region of South America. Maripa daironii M.Pastore has been found in Colombia, specifically in the inter-Andean valleys of the Antioquia, Bolivar, Cesar, and Santander departments, in rainforests at elevations ranging from 100 to 400 meters. Maripa marimba M.Pastore has been recorded in Ecuador, specifically in the provinces of Esmeraldas and Pichincha, in submontane rainforests at elevations between 500 and 1,400 meters. The first is mainly recognized by the furfuraceous indumentum composed of radiate peltate trichomes, inflorescence in typical thyrses with foliaceous bracts, infundibuliform corolla, and yellow fruits with patent sepals. The second is mainly recognized by racemiform cyme, campanulate corolla, and ellipsoid fruits with patent sepals. Detailed morphological descriptions, illustrations, photographs, a distribution map, an identification key, and comparisons with similar species are provided for both new species. Additionally, the conservation status of each species is preliminary assessed according to IUCN criteria. Maripa daironii has been classified as Vulnerable (VU), while M. marimba has been classified as Least Concern (LC).