Neottia Chandrae Raskoti, et al. (Orchidaceae): A New Addition to the Orchid Flora of India

A rare orchid species, Neottia chandrae Raskoti et al., previously described from Nepal, has been documented for the first time within India's borders. This discovery was made in the Valley of Flowers National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Uttarakhand, significantly expanding the known distribution of this species in South Asia. The study provides detailed morphological descriptions, ecological insights, and phenological observations, alongside photographic documentation. Such findings contribute valuable data to the region's biodiversity records and highlight the park's importance as a hotspot for orchid diversity.

Kumar, V., Chowdhery, H., & Murthy, K. R. (2012). Neottia Chandrae Raskoti, et al. (Orchidaceae): A New Addition to the Orchid Flora of India. Indian Journal of Forestry, 35(3), 375–376. https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps1000-2012-99tfwy