Why in the News?
Researchers from Annamalai University discovered a new plant species named Cyphostemma annamalaii in the southern Eastern Ghats of Tamil Nadu.
About Cyphostemma annamalaii
- Newly discovered plant species belonging to: Vitaceae (grape family)
- Found in: Tropical dry forests of the southern Eastern Ghats
- Habitat:
- Open scrubby vegetation
- Dry forest ecosystems
About the Vitaceae Family
Vitaceae
- Commonly known as: Grape family
- Includes climbing plants and vines
- Economically important due to grape cultivation
About Eastern Ghats
- Discontinuous mountain range along eastern India
- Passes through:
- Odisha
- Andhra Pradesh
- Telangana
- Karnataka
- Tamil Nadu
- Known for rich biodiversity and endemic species
| [2016] With reference to ‘Red Sanders’, sometimes seen in the news, consider the following statements: 1. It is a tree species found in a part of South India. 2. It is one of the most important trees in the tropical rainforest areas of South India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? a) 1 only b) 2 only c) Both 1 and 2 d) Neither 1 nor 2 |
