Heptapleurum assamicum

A new plant species, named Heptapleurum assamicum, has been discovered in the Dima Hasao and West Karbi Anglong districts of Assam, India.

About Heptapleurum assamicum:

Species Type: It is a newly identified plant species, a lush, evergreen shrub.
Family: It belongs to the Araliaceae family, which is also home to the ornamental umbrella plant (H. arboricola).

Distinctive Traits of Heptapleurum assamicum:

Leaflets: The plant has narrow, lance-shaped leaflets, which are never more than 1.2 cm wide.
Flowers: Unlike the greenish-yellow flowers of its ornamental cousin, this species has striking purple flowers.
Inflorescences: The plant produces compact umbels with up to 15 flowers per umbel.
Fruit: The fruit of Heptapleurum assamicum turns a deep reddish-purple when ripe and is marked with orange-red glands, which is an unusual feature within the Heptapleurum genus.
Flowering Period: The plant blooms between January and March, with the fruit ripening by May.

Conservation Status:

Currently, the known population of this species is tiny and highly localized, making it vulnerable to environmental changes and habitat loss.
As per the IUCN criteria, it is categorized as "Data Deficient", indicating that more data is needed to assess its conservation status accurately.

Source: THE HINDU

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