Jun 28, 2025
BY: ET OnlineThis rare orchid found in Northeast India is endangered due to over-collection and habitat loss. It's now protected under India's Wildlife Protection Act.
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Native to the Western Ghats, this hardwood tree is threatened by deforestation and overuse in local timber industries.
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This delicate Himalayan flower, known for its bell-shaped blooms, is rapidly disappearing due to unregulated harvesting for traditional medicine.
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A carnivorous plant found only in Meghalaya, it's endangered by poaching and shrinking wetlands. It’s India’s only native pitcher plant.
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Found in high altitudes of the Himalayas, this giant translucent herb is threatened by climate change and reckless collection for its medicinal value.
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Highly valued for its dark wood, this species is being pushed toward extinction due to excessive logging and habitat degradation.
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An extremely rare lily found in the Agasthyamalai hills of Kerala and Tamil Nadu, now critically endangered due to its limited range and overharvesting.
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Endemic to the Eastern Himalayas, this rare ginger species is endangered due to habitat fragmentation and unregulated harvesting for traditional use.
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