New Records of Algae to the Indian Subcontinent from Wayanad, the Western Ghats, Kerala

International Journal on Algae 2026

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Authors: Dhanya Jose, Anto Puthur Varghese, Seena Kannanaikkal Kochulazar, Ignatius Antony, Parappully Tessy Paul
DOI: 10.1615/interjalgae.v28.i1.20
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References: 13

Abstract

This study presents newly recorded algal species from Wayanad, a high-altitude district in the Western Ghats, highlighting additions to Indian algal flora. A total of 126 algal samples were collected and documented 11 algal taxa which are new to India. The collection includes 1 diatom, 7 desmids and 3 species from the order Chlorococcales. This investigation marks the first comprehensive survey of algal diversity conducted in Wayanad between April 2019 and June 2021.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Diatoms and Algae Research Marine and coastal plant biology Protist diversity and phylogeny

Publication details

Journal / source
International Journal on Algae
Volume
28
Issue
1
Pages
23–30
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN