Two names in Calanthe R.Br. (Orchidaceae), viz. C. brevicornu Lindl. and C. mannii Hook.f. are le... more Two names in Calanthe R.Br. (Orchidaceae), viz. C. brevicornu Lindl. and C. mannii Hook.f. are lectotypified after thorough consultation of the protologue, original materials and relevant literature.
The genus Ophioglossum has been studied to make a list of the species occurring in West Bengal, I... more The genus Ophioglossum has been studied to make a list of the species occurring in West Bengal, India, along with their distribution patterns in the State. In the present investigation we have found that Ophioglossum is represented in West Bengal by five or six species, O. costatum, O. gramineum, O. parvifolium, O. pendulum, O. petiolatum and O. reticulatum. Ophioglossum pendulum, if present, and O. petiolatum are restricted to the northern part of West Bengal whereas O. gramineum typically occurs in the southern part. Ophioglossum costatum, O. parvifolium and O. reticulatum are distributed throughout the State.
Ankor (Alangium salviifolium) is a very common wild shrub of abandoned land which is distributed ... more Ankor (Alangium salviifolium) is a very common wild shrub of abandoned land which is distributed as ungraceful bushes throughout India. From ancient Ayurveda to recent scientific literatures, researchers have reported about its efficacy against many human diseases. However, in our so-called civilized society, very few people know about its uses as well as medicinal importance. The aim of this article is to make the people aware about the importance of such a neglected beauty.
Introduction of specimen like Tridax in the anatomy practical syllabi of Botany in the school and... more Introduction of specimen like Tridax in the anatomy practical syllabi of Botany in the school and college level may be more logical and better option than the existing specimen like Helianthus.
Two names in Calanthe R.Br. (Orchidaceae), viz. C. brevicornu Lindl. and C. mannii Hook.f. are le... more Two names in Calanthe R.Br. (Orchidaceae), viz. C. brevicornu Lindl. and C. mannii Hook.f. are lectotypified after thorough consultation of the protologue, original materials and relevant literature.
The genus Ophioglossum has been studied to make a list of the species occurring in West Bengal, I... more The genus Ophioglossum has been studied to make a list of the species occurring in West Bengal, India, along with their distribution patterns in the State. In the present investigation we have found that Ophioglossum is represented in West Bengal by five or six species, O. costatum, O. gramineum, O. parvifolium, O. pendulum, O. petiolatum and O. reticulatum. Ophioglossum pendulum, if present, and O. petiolatum are restricted to the northern part of West Bengal whereas O. gramineum typically occurs in the southern part. Ophioglossum costatum, O. parvifolium and O. reticulatum are distributed throughout the State.
Ankor (Alangium salviifolium) is a very common wild shrub of abandoned land which is distributed ... more Ankor (Alangium salviifolium) is a very common wild shrub of abandoned land which is distributed as ungraceful bushes throughout India. From ancient Ayurveda to recent scientific literatures, researchers have reported about its efficacy against many human diseases. However, in our so-called civilized society, very few people know about its uses as well as medicinal importance. The aim of this article is to make the people aware about the importance of such a neglected beauty.
Introduction of specimen like Tridax in the anatomy practical syllabi of Botany in the school and... more Introduction of specimen like Tridax in the anatomy practical syllabi of Botany in the school and college level may be more logical and better option than the existing specimen like Helianthus.
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restricted to the northern part of West Bengal whereas O. gramineum typically occurs in the southern part. Ophioglossum costatum, O. parvifolium and O. reticulatum are distributed throughout the State.
restricted to the northern part of West Bengal whereas O. gramineum typically occurs in the southern part. Ophioglossum costatum, O. parvifolium and O. reticulatum are distributed throughout the State.