Vegetos
(An International Journal of Plant Research & Biotechnology)
Range extension of Priva cordifolia (Verbenaceae) in Eastern India with notes on ethno-medicinal and therapeutic potential
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Dey Sarthak, Bijalwan Ayush, Kumar Anant, Majumdar Shuvadeep
Research Articles | Published: 24 June, 2025
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Keywords: Howrah, n Privan , n Priva armatan , n Priva asperan , Verbenaceae, West Bengal
Abstract
Priva cordifolia (Verbenaceae) is acclaimed among researchers due to its ethno-medicinal and therapeutic properties. In this communication, authors first time report the taxon from Gangetic plains of West Bengal. An illustration, distribution map within India, a habitat photo and a note on diagnostic characters and comparison with the allied species is provided for easy and quick identification in the field.
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Department of Botany, Scottish Church College, Kolkata, India