Madhuca diplostemon is a critically endangered and endemic species of the southern Western Ghats, represented by a single mature individual. The occurrence of twin seedlings in this species is being reported here for the first time will be useful future genetic improvement and conservation programs for this species.
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Manuscript Received on 02 August 2023
Manuscript Revised on 01 November 2023
Manuscript Accepted on 03 November 2023
Manuscript Published on 15 November 2023
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