Cuscuta campestris (Convolvulaceae): new addition to the alien flora of Assam, India
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Assam, Convolvulaceae, Cuscuta campestris, Flora, New additionAbstract
Cuscuta campestris is a well known holoparasitic angiosperm of the family Convolvulaceae. Here, this species is reported as a new addition to the alien Flora of the Assam state. Detailed taxonomic description has been given along with relevant information and colour photographs for its correct identification.
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