Q. Which Indian state/UT has recently banned the Conocarpus plant?
Answer: Gujarat
Notes: Gujarat has recently banned the Conocarpus plant because of its environmental and health hazards. This fast-growing exotic mangrove species, locally called as Saptaparni, has become a popular choice for increasing green cover in the state over the past few years.
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