Star Grass Lily Iphigenia stellata Blatter (Colchicaceae) – a new addition to the flora of Gujarat, India
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An occurrence of Iphigenia stellata Blatter (Colchicaceae) is reported here as a floral addition to the state of Gujarat, India. A detailed description of the plant with coloured photographs and other relevant information have been provided.
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