Limnophila rugosa (Roth.) Merrill (Scrophulariaceae): A new record to the Flora of Gujarat State, India

Patel S. K., Punjani B. L., Desai P. R.*, Pandey V. B., Chaniyara H. B.

Abstract


Limnophila rugosa (Roth.) Merrill (Syn. Names: Limnophila roxburghii G. don. and Limnophila menthastrum B.) has been reported first time from North-East parts (i.e. Mahisagar district) of Gujarat State. It was found near natural source of water within undulating forest area in Bhamari–Kunda village of Sant-rampur forest. Our record of this species is a new naturalization of a species in the area and also from the Gujarat State. A taxonomic account of Limnophila rugosa (Roth.) Merrill also given for further taxonomic studies. A illustration of plant with photographs are also provided for further confirmation and identification of this species.

Keywords


Newly naturalized plant; Scrophulariaceae; Limnophila rugosa (Roth.) Merrill; Gujarat.

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