Rare Wild Cousin of Garden Balsam Discovered
Recently, a small plant resembling Impatiens uncinata (garden balsam) found in Western Ghats was identified as a new species named Impatiens neo-uncinata.
- The discovery was made during a floristic survey in the Agasthyamala biosphere reserve in Thiruvananthapuram district.
- Initially mistaken for Impatiens uncinata, a detailed study revealed unique characteristics, leading to its classification as a new species.
- Named Impatiens neo-uncinata by researchers, the plant's rarity and limited population suggest an 'Endangered' status.
- Found exclusively in a single locality at elevations between 1,000 to 1,250 meters, its scarcity underscores conservation concerns.
- Notable features include snowy white flowers with red stripes ....
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