Extended distribution of Dipcadi concanense (Dalzell) Baker - A highly threatened plant taxon of the family Asparagaceae

Abstract

Dipcadi concanense (Dalzell) Baker a highly threatened species is endemic to the Konkan region of Maharashtra State, India. Now, it is recorded from a new locality in Goa State, extending its distribution further southwards. A total of 10 patches of a large population were identified in the new locality with an area of occupancy of about 14,400sq.m.