The paper deals with 34 species of Juncus L. and 6 species of Luzula DC. of the family Juncaceae Juss. known from Sikkim. A comprehensive taxonomic account of the family is presented along with key to genera, species and detailed description of each taxa. These taxa have been arranged in alphabetical order along with ecological notes and their range of distribution.
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Shukla, B.K., Sinha, G.P. and Chauhan, A.S., 2000. The family Juncaceae in Sikkim. Indian Journal of Forestry, 23(4), pp.466-489. https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps1000-2000-4D0NXE
Manuscript Published on 01 December 2000
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