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Phtheirospermum lushaiorum
Context
A rare hemi-parasitic terrestrial plant has been found in Phawngpui National Park of Mizoram.
Key-highlights
- Named Phtheirospermum lushaiorum, this new species was published in the esteemed plant taxonomy journal,
- Phtheirospermum lushaiorum is a hemi-parasitic plant, meaning it lacks a fully developed root system and obtains water and minerals from another plant.
- However, it still possesses chlorophyll and can produce its own food through
- Specialized structures called haustoria allow it to tap into the host plant's sap-conducting tissue.
- The plant flowers from July to September and bears fruits from August to October.
- The specific epithet "lushaiorum" honors the Lushai tribe of Mizoram, reflecting their dedication to biodiversity conservation.
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