Stemodia verticillata native to Neotropical region, is reported here as an addition to the flora of Eastern Ghats from Papikonda National Park, Andhra Pradesh. A detailed description, photo plate and key to the Indian species is provided here to facilitate its easy identification.
Addition, East Godavari district, Invasive, Papikonda National Park
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Manuscript Received on 15 November 2021
Manuscript Revised on 16 December 2021
Manuscript Accepted on 18 December 2021
Manuscript Published on 15 January 2022
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