Author

Perumal Murugan1*, Bannari Karthik1, Maruthakkutty Murugesan1, Chidambaram Murugan2

Abstract

The article deals with the correct identity and taxonomic status of three endemic species of the genus Hedyotis L. namely H. leschenaultiana DC., H. sisaparensis Gage and H. wynaadensis (Gamble) R.S.Rao & Hemadri. These three species are discussed with a brief description, phenological data, taxonomic notes, colour photographs and distribution map. Besides, the species status of Hedyotis sisaparensis Gage and H. wynaadensis (Gamble) R.S.Rao & Hemadri are reinstated.

pages:203-208

Doi Number 10.5958/2455-7218.2022.00099.7

Keywords Endemic, Hedyotis, Reinstatement, Western Ghats.