Recollection of two species of Crane`s Bill (Geraniaceae) after more than 100 years from India

Abstract

Recent field explorations in the Jammu & Kashmir state of India, one of the biodiversity rich and ecologically significant mountainous regions within the Himalayan biodiversity hotspot, have led to the recollection of Geranium molle L. and G. rectum Trautv., after more than a century since their last collection. The recollection of these rare species of Geranium is discussed in the context of botanical exploration in the region. Detailed descriptions are provided along with illustrations, field photographs, microscopic images, notes on taxonomy, distribution and comparison with allied species.