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New tree species found in India; Meiogyne Arunachalensis discovered in Arunachal Pradesh

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A month-long biodiversity expedition carried out by the scientists of the Wildlife Institute of India in the Adi Hills of East Siang District of Arunachal Pradesh resulted in a unique discovery. A new species of tree has been discovered, which belongs to the custard apple family. The species, Meiogyne arunachalensis, can reach up to a height of 30 meters with stem girth exceeding 200 cm.