About Anaphalis sahyadrica:
- It is a new plant species belonging to the sunflower family.
- The subshrub was found in high-altitude montane grasslands and shola forest margins of the Western Ghats, including regions such as Anamudi and Meesapulimala in Kerala.
- Its key identifying features include smooth, hairless leaves with three prominent veins.
What is a Subshrub?
- A subshrub is a type of plant that has some characteristics of both a shrub and an herb.
- It typically has woody stems at the base, but the top of the plant is herbaceous and lacks woody tissue.
- This means that while the base of the plant is woody, the top of the plant is soft and green.
- Subshrubs are often smaller in size than shrubs and are usually less than 3 feet tall.
- They are also often more delicate and less hardy than shrubs, which means they are better suited to milder climates.
- A shrub, on the other hand, is a woody plant that typically has multiple stems or branches.
- Shrubs are often used in landscaping and gardening because of their hardiness and versatility.
- They are often used as hedges or as a backdrop for other plants in a garden.
