Rhododendron callimorphum Balf.f. & W.W.Sm. (Ericaceae), a taxon so far known from China, is described here as a new record to India from Arunachal Pradesh. Two varieties are known under this species. The Indian specimens belong to typical variety (var. callimorphum). A detailed description, photograph and distribution map are provided for its easy identification.
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Manuscript Published on 01 December 2008
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