New combinations and synonyms in discoid caespitose Andean (Senecioneae, Compositae).

The names and are transferred to the genus . They belong to the group of the discoid caespitose Andean , specifically to the subgroup with blackish anthers and style branches and whitish corollas. The recognition of as a distinct species is also discussed. Within the framework of the mentioned group, the names and are lectotypified, S. humillimus var. melanolepis is neotypified, an epitype is designated for the name , and nine new synonyms are proposed. An updated comprehensive dichotomous key including all discoid caespitose species from Bolivia and Peru is provided.