Published December 31, 2024
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Common Strobilanthes Blume, species of India
Authors/Creators
- 1. Govt. College Patharia, Damoh, Madhya Pradesh, India
- 2. Department of Botany, Davangere University, Karnataka, India
- 3. P.M. College of Excellence, Government College Vidisha, Madhya Pradesh, India
- 4. Biodiversity and Conservation Lab., Ambika Prasad Research Foundation, Odisha, India
Description
The present study documented the diversity of 22 Strobilanthes species found in
India, highlighting their morphological, habitat, and geographic distribution
characteristics. The analysis reveals a wide range of growth habits, from herbs to
large shrubs, and diverse habitats, including evergreen forests, shola forests, and
wetlands. The species exhibit varied flowering and fruiting patterns, with some
species flowering every 6-8 years, while others flower every 10-15 years. The
study underscores the importance of conservation efforts to protect these species
and their habitats and highlights their potential applications in medicine,
horticulture, and ecology.