Prismatomeris fragrans subsp. andamanica (Ridl.) J.T. Johanss. has been rediscovered from other than its type locality, after a lapse of about 100 years. A short description along with relevant notes is provided here for further collection and identification in field.
Rediscovered, Prismatomeris fragrans, Subsp. andamanica, Type Locality, Shoal Bay, South Andamans
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Murugan, C., Alappatt, J.P. and Arisdason, W., 2015. Rediscovery of Prismatomeris fragrans Subsp. andamanica (Ridl.) J.T. Johanss. (Rubiaceae) from Andamans, India. Indian Journal of Forestry, 38(2), pp.171-172. https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps1000-2015-G580Z1
Manuscript Published on 01 June 2015
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