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    Question

    Which newly discovered plant species was found by

    researchers from the Botanical Survey of India (BSI) in the Itanagar Wildlife Sanctuary, Arunachal Pradesh?
    A Phlogacanthus guttatus Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Phlogacanthus sudhansusekharii Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Phlogacanthus arunachalensis Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Phlogacanthus itanarensis Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Phlogacanthus khandui Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Researchers from the Botanical Survey of India ( BSI ) discovered a new plant species named Phlogacanthus sudhansusekharii in the Itanagar Wildlife Sanctuary, Arunachal Pradesh . This species belongs to the family Acanthaceae and the genus Phlogacanthus . It was named in honor of Dr . Sudhansu Sekhar Dash for his contributions to plant and ecological research in the Indian Himalayan region . The discovery was detailed by Samrat Goswami and Rohan Maity in the Indian Journal of Forestry . Phlogacanthus sudhansusekharii is distinct from Phlogacanthus guttatus due to its unique morphological features, such as bright purple flowers and unique leaves . The species is endemic to Northeast India, growing in damp, shady woods, highlighting the importance of conservation efforts . While its potential health benefits have not been fully studied, the species might have significant uses in traditional medicine, emphasizing the need for further research . This discovery adds to the botanical richness of the region and underscores the importance of biodiversity conservation in Arunachal Pradesh .

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