Melanoseris pendryi
| Melanoseris pendryi | |
|---|---|
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Embryophytes |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Asterids |
| Order: | Asterales |
| Family: | Asteraceae |
| Genus: | Melanoseris |
| Species: | M. pendryi |
| Binomial name | |
| Melanoseris pendryi D. Maity & Khuroo | |
Melanoseris pendryi is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It was discovered in the alpine grasslands of the Indian state of Sikkim in the Himalayas at elevations above 4,000 m (13,000 ft) and first described in 2026.[1]
Description
It is recognized by its lavender petals, which have fine white hairs on the underside.[2]
References
- ↑ "Melanoseris pendryi". International Plant Names Index (IPNI). Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 20 May 2026.
- ↑ "Rare purple-petaled alpine plant discovered in the Sikkim Himalayas". Research Matters. 2026-05-12. Retrieved 2026-05-30.