Adiantum venustum D.Don (Adiantaceae) is reported as a new record for the pteridophytic flora of Central India from Achanakmar-Amarkantak Biosphere Reserve. Detailed description, illustration and relevant notes are provided for its easy identification.
Rhizome, Flabelulately, Rotundo-reniform, Concolorous, Triradiate, Perisporiate
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Tiwari, A.P., Kumar, B. and Shukla, A.N., 2013. Adiantum Venustum D.Don (Adiantaceae): A New Distributional Record for Central India. Indian Journal of Forestry, 36(1), pp.139-141. https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps1000-2013-K61TR8
Manuscript Published on 01 March 2013
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