04Jul 2025

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New Garcinia Species Found in Assam Named After Mother

NEW GARCINIA SPECIES DISCOVERED IN ASSAM NAMED AFTER BOTANIST’S MOTHER Why in the News? New discovery: A new tree species, Garcinia kusumae, has been discovered in Assam’s Baksa district. Named in honour: The species is named after Kusum Devi, mother of botanist Jatindra Sarma. Published study: The discovery is featured in Feddes Repertorium, a peer-reviewed …

18Jun 2025

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Rare Portulaca Bharat Flower Found in Rajasthan

Portulaca bharat: A Rare Flower Discovered in Rajasthan’s Aravalis In a fascinating discovery highlighting India’s rich biodiversity, scientists have identified a brand-new endemic species of flowering plant in the Aravalis near Jaipur. Named Portulaca bharat, the plant was officially recorded on 17 June 2025 in the scientific journal Phytotaxa. The name ‘bharat’ honours India’s rich …

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New Garcinia Species Found in Assam Named After Mother

Rare Portulaca Bharat Flower Found in Rajasthan

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