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New gin berry species

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Context: The New gin berry species discovered from the Kanyakumari Wildlife Sanctuary in Tamil Nadu.

More about news:

  • Name: Glycosmis albicarpa, the species belongs to the Orange family, Rutaceae.
  • Distinct feature: bears distinct large white fruit
  • It is endemic to the southern Western Ghats.
  • Significance: Many of the related plants of these taxonomic groups are being utilised for their medicinal values and food.

https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/new-gin-berry-species-discovered-in-southern-western-ghats/article65190649.ece

 

 

 

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