Vegetos
(An International Journal of Plant Research & Biotechnology)
Rediscovery of Smithia grandis Benth. ex baker. (Fabaceae) a rare endemic species to Northeast India after more than a century
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Baro Daimalu, Bawri Amal, Boro Barin Kumar, Sarma Kuladip, Borthakur S. K.
Short Communications | Published: 27 August, 2025
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Keywords: Assam, Conservation, Endemic, IUCN
Abstract
Smithia grandis Benth. ex Baker, an endemic to northeast India, has been rediscovered from a new locality in the same region after more than a century. Since the collection by Griffith and Hooker in 1817–1911, the species has been known only by its type specimens. A detailed taxonomic description, illustration, distribution map, and photographs are provided for easy identification of the species. The species is assessed here as critically endangered (CR).
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Author Information
Department of Botany, Tinsukia College, Tinsukia, India