On the identity of Ixora johnsonii (Rubiaceae) - A less known endemic plant of Southern Western Ghats, India

Mathew Dan, Santhosh Kumar E.S. & Jacob Thomas

Published on : 01-Jan-2022

DOI : https://dx.doi.org/10.22244/rheedea.1997.07.02.02

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Abstract

lxora johnsoni Hook. f. is a rare, endemic and less ·known taxon of southern Western Ghats (Kerala). Its taxonomic identity was quite confused due to insufficient description, lack of illustration and poor representation in herbaria. Complete description, line drawing, pertinent notes etc. are provided to resolve the problem.