Bidens bipinnata L. (Asteraceae): A new species record to Rajasthan state, India
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Bidens bipinnata L. (Asteraceae): A new species record to Rajasthan state, India
Abstract
Bidens bipinnata L. (Asteraceae), first-time distribution records from the State of Rajasthan. Previously, this species was distributed only in Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Punjab. In Rajasthan, it is reported as an addition to the flora of the State. This article provides habitat, distribution, detailed description, plant association, flowering and fruiting time, artificial key and photographs of the species.
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