The genus Nechamandra Planch. is reported for the first time from Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India. The present paper provides brief description with photograph and short note for easy identification.
Floristic, Aquatic, Dioecious herbs, Amplexicauls, Hypanthia, Generic record
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Kamble, M.Y., Gosavi, K. and Chandore, A., 2014. Nechamandra (Hydrocharitaceae) – A New Generic Record for Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India. Indian Journal of Forestry, 37(2), pp.235-236. https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps1000-2014-D21541
Manuscript Published on 01 June 2014
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