An endemic perennial herb considered to be critically endangered and possibly extinct according to the National Red List 2012 of Sri Lanka. Earlier records available from
Adam's peak,
Ambagamuwa,
Upcot and
Meeriacotta estate of Central hills. Flowering from December to March. We have observed and photographed this rare plant at
Kuru ganga upper basin area (1200 m) of
Sripada World Heritage site (
Adam's peak or Peak wilderness sanctuary) on 15th February 2014.
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