Neanotis indica (DC.) Lewis var. deltoidea (Wall.ex Wight & Arn.) Lewis, so far known from Tamil Nadu is now recorded to Kerala state. Detailed description with illustration is provided.
Endemic, Peninsular India, Procumbent, Glabrous nature, Lanceolate acuminate
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Manuscript Published on 01 March 2010
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