Scleria lithosperma var. lithosperma (Cyperaceae): an addition to the flora of Nepal

Joshi K., Sandip G.C., Poudel Y.B., Ghimire N.P.* & S. Rajbhandary

Published on : 31-Mar-2024

DOI : https://dx.doi.org/10.22244/rheedea.2024.34.01.04

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Abstract

Scleria lithosperma (L.) Sw. var. lithosperma (Cyperaceae) is reported here as a new addition to the flora of Nepal. It was collected from the Chure region of Madhesh province, Nepal. A brief description of the species, notes on habitat and distribution, a photo plate, and its morphological differences with closely related taxa are provided, along with a revised key to the species of Scleria P.J.Bergius in Nepal.