Vegetos
(An International Journal of Plant Research & Biotechnology)
Two new distributional records to the flora of Odisha, India
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Swamy J., Ramana P. V., Panda S. P., Jalander V., Kamila P. K.
Research Articles | Published: 22 August, 2024
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Keywords: Convolvulaceae, Eastern Ghats, Ganjam, Gajapati, Mahendragiri hills, Molluginaceae
Abstract
During the floristic survey in Ganjam and Gajapati districts of Odisha, two species, namely Ipomoea rubens Choisy of Convolvulaceae and Trigastrotheca stricta (L.) Thulin of Molluginaceae, were collected and identified, which forms a new report to the Flora of Odisha, India. Detailed descriptions, phenology, and distribution along with a coloured plate, are provided for easy identification.
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Author Information
Botanical Survey of India, AJCB Indian Botanic Garden, Howrah, India