The genus Pyrus L. is reported as an addition to the non-indigenous flora of Odisha. The description, nomenclature, phenology and other relevant details are provided for easy identification and better understanding of the taxa.
Generic record, Odisha, Pyrus, Rosaceae
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Das, P.K. and Kalidass, C., 2021. Genus Pyrus: A new record from the family Rosaceae for Odisha. Indian Journal of Forestry, 44(1), pp.35-37. https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps1000-2021-72C3VE
Manuscript Received on 04 March 2021
Manuscript Revised on 22 September 2021
Manuscript Accepted on 27 September 2021
Manuscript Published on 30 November 2021
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