Stachyphrynium repens (Marantaceae): A new record for India from Andaman and Nicobar Islands

Rajesh Kumar T., Sabu M. & V.P. Thomas

Published on : 31-Dec-2011

DOI : https://dx.doi.org/10.22244/rheedea.2011.21.02.02

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Abstract

Stachyphrynium repens (Körn.) Suksathan & Borchs. is a new record for India from Andaman Islands. A revised and detailed description, ecology, phenology, distribution and illustration are provided. The species so far reported from Southeast and Peninsular Thailand, Peninsular Malaysia and Indonesia (Sumatra). The present report shows its extended distribution to India.