Kalpetta: A rare flowering plant once believed to be extinct has reportedly been spotted again in Kerala, bringing excitement among nature lovers and researchers. The plant, known for its unusual growth pattern, survives by drawing nutrients from the roots of nearby host trees and appears only for a short time during its flowering phase.
According to the local report, the plant belongs to a unique biological group and is rarely seen in the wild. It remains underground for most of the year and emerges only for a brief period when it blooms. Because of this limited appearance and its dependence on a specific ecological environment, scientists had earlier assumed that the species had vanished.
Environmental experts say such rediscoveries highlight the rich biodiversity of Kerala and the importance of preserving natural forest environments where unknown or endangered species may still survive unnoticed. Researchers also point out that the plant’s survival is fragile because any disturbance to its habitat or host trees can threaten its existence.
At the moment, details such as the exact species name and the exact location where it was found have not been officially released. Researchers are expected to conduct field studies to verify the discovery and confirm whether the plant exists as a stable population or only as an isolated specimen.
Local environmental groups have welcomed the news and hope it will encourage stronger conservation measures. If the rediscovery is scientifically confirmed, it could become an important milestone in Kerala’s environmental documentation and could also lead to new studies in plant biology and preservation.
Further updates are expected once experts complete their verification and share official findings.