Momordica Janarthanamii (Cucurbitaceae); A Remarkable New Species From Northern Western Ghats, India

Abstract

Momordica janarthanamii, a new species L., is described and illustrated from northern Western Ghats, India. The new species is closely related to Momordica dioica Roxb. ex Willd. Colored photographs, economical value, ecological note and distribution of the new species are provided. A key for the dioecious species of Momordica from India has also been provided to facilitate identification.