Floristic diversity in Valley of Flowers National Park, Indian Himalayas

A comprehensive documentation of the floristic diversity in Valley of Flowers National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Indian Himalayas, reveals 614 plant taxa, including 31 threatened species, five endemics, and one invasive species. This study significantly expands the known flora of the region by recording 72 new plant species for the first time. The research highlights the rich biodiversity of this high-altitude ecosystem and underscores the urgent need for conservation efforts to protect its unique plant life. The findings contribute valuable data for understanding the ecological significance and conservation priorities of this globally recognized site.

BISHT, M., SEKAR, K. C., KANT, R., AMBRISH, K., SINGH, P., & ARYA, D. (2018). Floristic diversity in Valley of Flowers National Park, Indian Himalayas. Phytotaxa, 379(1). https://doi.org/10.11646/phytotaxa.379.1.1