A new species of flowering plant
Researchers discovered a new flowering plant species, Begonia neisti, in the Dibang Valley, Arunachal Pradesh. Begonia neisti belongs to the Begonia sect. Platycentrum, part of the large Begonia genus with over 2,100 species globally. The species is named to honor the North East Institute of Science and Technology (NEIST) for its 60 years of contribution to local communities. The plant features large, variegated leaves with white-silver spots and dark red patches, giving it a unique look. It grows on moist, hilly slopes, blooms from November to January, and is classified as Data Deficient by the IUCN due to habitat threats from road expansion.
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