Research Paper

Strobilanthes grandidentata (Acanthaceae), a new species from Arunachal Pradesh, India

Sambit Chowdhury, Bipankar Hajong, John Richard Ironside Wood, Pankaj Bharali

Published on: 25 May 2026

Page: 483 - 487

DOI: 10.6165/tai.2026.71.483

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    Abstract

    Strobilanthes grandidentata, a new species from the Dibang Valley of Arunachal Pradesh, is described and illustrated. A detailed discussion of its morphological similarities and dissimilarities with closely allied taxa is provided. It is accompanied by photographs, as well as notes on distribution, habitat and conservation status. The new species is assigned as ‘Data Deficient’ (DD) following the IUCN (2024) guidelines.

    Keyword: Dibang Valley, Eastern Himalaya, Goldfussia, Mishmi Hills, Strobilanthes pentastemenoides, Strobilanthes sumatrana

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