Abstract
Four species of Memecylon L. (Melastomataceae) are first and new distributional records for India. A short description with ecology, flowering and fruiting period, distribution and specimens examined are provided here.
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Fig. 1
Memecylon gracillimum Alston A. Twig; B. Flower bud; C. Petal; D. Stamen; E. Pistil with Calyx; F. Ovary (C.S.); G. Fruit
Fig. 2
Memecylon leucanthemum Thwaites A. Twig: B. Flower bud; C. Bracteole; D. Flower; E. Petal; F. Stamen; G-H. Ovary (L.S. & C.S.)
Fig. 3
Memecylon rostratum Thwaites A. Twig; B. Calyx with Pistil; C. Petal; D. Stamen; E. Disc with style (aerial view); F-G. Ovary (L.S. & C.S.); H. Fruit
Fig. 4
Memecylon royenii Blume A. Twig; B. Calyx with Pistil; C. Petal; D. Stamen; E. Ovary (C.S.); F. Fruit