Trigonella occulta Delile (Fabaceae) is here recorded for the first time from Bihar. Detailed taxonomic description, distribution and photographs of relevant herbarium specimens are provided to facilitate easy identification of the species.
Oblanceolate, Pubescent, Tube campanulate, Setaceous, Trifoliate
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Kumar, A., 2013. Trigonella Occulta Delile (Fabaceae): A New Record for Flora of Bihar. Indian Journal of Forestry, 36(4), pp.503-504. https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps1000-2013-B1954G
Manuscript Published on 01 December 2013
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