Ophiorrhiza japonica Blume (Rubiaceae): a new record for India

Authors

  • Ngasheppam Malemnganbi Chanu Plant Systematic and Conservation Laboratory, Institute of Bioresources and Sustainable Development, Takyelpat, Imphal West, Manipur 795001, India.
  • Peimichon Langkan Plant Systematic and Conservation Laboratory, Institute of Bioresources and Sustainable Development, Takyelpat, Imphal West, Manipur 795001, India.
  • Thongam Nourenpai Khanganba Plant Systematic and Conservation Laboratory, Institute of Bioresources and Sustainable Development, Takyelpat, Imphal West, Manipur 795001, India.
  • Thongam Biseshwori Plant Systematic and Conservation Laboratory, Institute of Bioresources and Sustainable Development, Takyelpat, Imphal West, Manipur 795001, India.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.11609/jott.9303.17.4.26932-26935

Keywords:

Ophiorrhiza japonica, Rubiaceae, Manipur, New report

Abstract

The genus Ophiorrhiza belongs to Rubiaceae, with about 64 species recorded from India. Ophiorrhiza japonica is recorded here for the first time in Manipur, India. Its taxonomic description is provided along with photographs for easy identification.

Author Biographies

Ngasheppam Malemnganbi Chanu, Plant Systematic and Conservation Laboratory, Institute of Bioresources and Sustainable Development, Takyelpat, Imphal West, Manipur 795001, India.

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Peimichon Langkan, Plant Systematic and Conservation Laboratory, Institute of Bioresources and Sustainable Development, Takyelpat, Imphal West, Manipur 795001, India.

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Thongam Nourenpai Khanganba, Plant Systematic and Conservation Laboratory, Institute of Bioresources and Sustainable Development, Takyelpat, Imphal West, Manipur 795001, India.

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Thongam Biseshwori, Plant Systematic and Conservation Laboratory, Institute of Bioresources and Sustainable Development, Takyelpat, Imphal West, Manipur 795001, India.

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26-04-2025

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Vol. 17 No. 4 (2025)

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