New Flowering Plant Species Discovered in Manas National Park, Assam
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Discovery of a new flowering plant species, Osbeckia assamensis, in Manas National Park, Assam. |
| Discovered by | Researchers from Gauhati University. |
| Plant Family | Melastomataceae. |
| Plant Type | Perennial shrub (2-2.5 metres tall). |
| Features | Pink flowers, large opposite leaves, unbranched stem. |
| Habitat | Grasslands of Manas National Park (Himalayan foothills). |
| Conservation Status | Data Deficient (DD) under IUCN criteria. |