Orchids of Maharashtra

Contents: 1. Introduction. 2. Materials and methods. 3. Analysis of the orchid flora. 4. Systematic treatment. 5. References. 6. Index to scientific name.

The book “orchids of Maharashtra” provides updated information about 104 species orchids of Maharashtra including 40 endemic orchids. The book deals with a general chapter on orchids in general, exploration history of orchids in Maharashtra, systematic enumeration of genera and species. All Species are illustrated in color photographs, described in a user friendly manner, phenology, areas of occurrence and distribution maps. Detailed and concise descriptions of species are presented taxonomically accurate. The distribution of orchids in different habitats, diversity in different protected areas, medicinal uses and threats and conservation suggestions also meticulously documented. This book will be very much useful to the researchers, scientists, orchidologists and plant enthusiasts. (jacket)