About Henckelia Monophylla:
- It is a rare plant species endemic to Arunachal Pradesh.
- It is a member of the Gesneriaceae family.
- The plant was first collected in 1836 by British botanist William Griffith in the Mishmi Hills.
- Habitat: It is a perennial herb that typically grows in moist, forested habitats.
Key Facts about Botanical Survey of India
- It is the apex taxonomic research organization of the country which is under the Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, Government of India.
- It was established on 13th February 1890 under the direction of Sir George King.
- Mandate: The mandate of the organization has been broaden to biosystematics research, floristic studies, documentation, databasing of National Botanical collection, digitization of herbarium specimens etc.
- Headquarter: Kolkata
