Crinum Andhricum: New Flowering Plant
Crinum andhricum, a newly discovered flowering plant in the Eastern Ghats, Andhra Pradesh, belongs to the Amaryllidaceae family. Found at Sapparla Hills at 1,141 meters elevation, it exhibits unique features like waxy white flowers and distinct pedicelled blooms. Researchers recorded over 1,000 mature plants but assigned a “Data Deficient” status due to its limited range and environmental threats like forest fires and grazing. Preservation efforts are underway with specimens stored for future studies. This marks the 16th Crinum species endemic to India, highlighting the need for focused conservation strategies.
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