The ambiguity regarding the occurrence of Mucuna monosperma DC. ex Wight in West Bengal, India is resolved based on its recent collection. Detailed description, photo plate and notes on its distribution, habitat and uses are provided.
Erythrininae, Howrah, Lianas, Papilionoideae
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Manuscript Received on 05 May 2022
Manuscript Revised on 24 May 2022
Manuscript Accepted on 28 May 2022
Manuscript Published on 31 May 2022
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