About Disporum kamakhasiense:
- It is a new species of flowering plant.
- It was recorded at three locations: Garbhanga Reserve Forest in Assam, Laisong in Dima Hasao district, and the Barapani area of Meghalaya.
- The species grows in semi-evergreen forests at elevations ranging from around 200 to 1,100 metres.
- Researchers found it mainly on cliffs beneath bamboo forests, growing alongside other plant species.
- Its scientific name combines references to Kamrupa, the ancient name for Assam, and the Khasi Hills of Meghalaya, reflecting the regions where the plant was first collected.
- It is a perennial herb, belonging to the Colchicaceae family.
- Features:
- It has several distinguishing characteristics, including its larger size, smooth leaves, and differences in its floral structure, particularly its longer flower stalks and shorter, thicker stamens.
- The plant can grow up to 180 cm, considerably taller than its closest relative, Disporum calcaratum, which generally reaches around 100 cm.
- It has extensively branched stems.
- Its flowers are white and star-shaped, with distinctive straight spurs.
- The leaves are dark green, glossy, and marked by seven prominent parallel veins.
- It flowers between June and July and is expected to bear fruit from July to August.
