Polygala longifolia Poir. (Polygalaceae, Fabales), the first record in the flora of Bhutan
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Department of Environment and Life Science, Sherubtse College, Royal University of Bhutan, Kanglung, 42007, Trashigang, Bhutan
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School of Environment and Rural Science, Faculty of Science, Agriculture, Business and Law, University of New England, Armidale, Australia
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Biodiv. Res. Conserv. 2024;(75)
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We report Polygala longifolia Poir. as a new record, confirming that it is a component of the flora of Bhutan. The specimen was observed thriving on dry slopes in Chir pine forest (27.36655°N, 91.58034°E, altitude 1760 m) in eastern Bhutan. In this report, a comprehensive overview of the species’ distribution is made. A detailed description of the specimen collected is provided, including phenological details.