Strobilanthes reptans (Acanthaceae): a new addition to the flora of India

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Published: 30.06.2021
DOI: https://doi.org/10.22244/rheedea.2021.31.02.03
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Arunachal Pradesh, Flora of India, Naturalization, New record, Strobilanthes

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J. Sarma
Conservator of Forests, Northern Assam Circle, Assam Forest Department, Tezpur, Sonitpur, Assam – 784 001, India
H. A. Barbhuiya
Landscape and Cosmetic Maintenance Section, Architectural and Structural Engineering Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai, Maharashtra – 400 085, India
S. Dey
Department of Botany, Nagaland University, Lumami, Nagaland – 798 627, India
C. K. Salunkhe
Landscape and Cosmetic Maintenance Section, Architectural and Structural Engineering Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai, Maharashtra – 400 085, India

Abstract

Strobilanthes reptans (G.Forst.) Moylan ex Y.F.Deng & J.R.I.Wood is reported here for the first time from India. A brief description of the plant along with a photo plate and distribution map is provided to facilitate its future identification. Its taxonomic affinities and differences with closely related species are examined and discussed.

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Vol. 31 No. 2 (2021): Rheedea

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New Reports
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Sarma, J., Barbhuiya, H. A., Dey, S., & Salunkhe, C. K. (2021). Strobilanthes reptans (Acanthaceae): a new addition to the flora of India. Rheedea, 31(2), 58-61. https://doi.org/10.22244/rheedea.2021.31.02.03
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