About Balanophora polyandra
Balanophora polyandra (Balanophora polyandra) is a parasite belonging to the Balanophoraceae family (Balanophora Family). It is typically found in evergreen forests. It occurs across India. Flowering and fruiting are typically seen during September-October. The species is valued in traditional medicine.
Plant Details
- Scientific name
- Balanophora polyandra
- Genus
- Balanophora
- Family
- BALANOPHORACEAE
- Habit
- Parasite
- Habitat
- Evergreen forests
- Distribution
- India
- Flowering & fruiting
- September-October
- Conservation status
- Not Evaluated (NE)
Botanical family
Balanophoraceae
Balanophora Family
Balanophora polyandra belongs to the Balanophoraceae family.
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