About Stellaria Bengalensis:
- It is the annual herb plant of the genus Stellaria (family Caryophyllaceae).
- It was found growing on muddy soil slopes — at altitudes of 2,245-2,450 metres in the Sangser forest, Kalimpong.
- Characteristics
- It is an annual herb growing to a height of 8 to 10.5 cm, characterised by white flowers, absence of bract, shorter petals (or included within the sepal), sharp and pointed seeds.
- Flowering and fruiting occurs during May to September.
- India has around 22 Stellaria species mostly distributed in the Himalayan region.
- The researchers have for the time being assessed the new species as ‘data deficient’ under International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) criteria.
- Other species Stellaria mcclintockiae, of the same genus, was found on Nelliyampathy Hills of Kerala.
Q1: What is IUCN?
The International Union for Conservation of Nature is a global organization composed of governments, NGOs, scientists, and experts dedicated to conserving nature and promoting sustainability.
Source: TH
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