Eleocharis ochrostachys (Cyperaceae), a new record for Andaman & Nicobar Islands with a note on the identity of E. swamyi

Chandore A.N., Devidas B. Borude & M.Y. Kamble

Published on : 31-Dec-2015

DOI : https://dx.doi.org/10.22244/rheedea.2015.25.02.06

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Abstract

Eleocharis ochrostachys Steud. (Cyperaceae) is reported for the first time from Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India. The present paper provides a brief description, flowering and fruiting period, localities, habitat and a photoplate for easy identification. In addition, Eleocharis swamyi (as ‘swamyii’) Govind. is relegated to a synonym of E. ochrostachys.