Pedicularis rajeshiana:
Researchers have discovered a new plant species, Pedipularis rajeshiana, in the high-altitude regions of Rohtang Pass in the western Himalayas region.
- It belongs to a group of plants known as “Louseworts”, which are hemiparasitic, meaning they derive some nutrients from other plants while still performing photosynthesis.
- It consists of unique floral characteristics and pollen structure.
- Unlike its close relatives P. porrecta and P. heydei, the new species is smaller in size and has fewer flowers and leaflets.
