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Context: A new and rare plant species, Osbeckia zubeengargiana, has been discovered in Manas National Park by botanists from Gauhati University and collaborators. The species has been named in honour of Assamese singer Zubeen Garg, reflecting a blend of scientific recognition and cultural tribute.
Salient Features: The plant belongs to the Melastomataceae family, known for ornamental flowering shrubs. It is a perennial shrub reaching 2.5–3.5 metres in height, bearing delicate pink to purple tetramerous flowers measuring about 2.5–3 cm. It blooms between September and January and thrives in moist grasslands, often associated with species like Chrysopogon zizanioides and Bombax ceiba. Ecologically, it supports pollinators and contributes to soil stability in grassland ecosystems.
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Discover Osbeckia zubeengargiana, a newly identified plant species in Manas National Park. Named after singer Zubeen Garg, this rare Melastomataceae species showcases Northeast India's biodiversity richness.
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