Arunachal Scientists Log Two Rare Hoya Species, Including India’s First Record of Hoya chinghungensis

The work by BSI Itanagar strengthens floristic records, spotlighting the Eastern Himalayas’ under‑explored biodiversity.

Overview

Chief Minister Pema Khandu announced the findings and congratulated the Botanical Survey of India team in a post on X.
Hoya chinghungensis has been documented in India for the first time, expanding the country’s formal plant records.
Hoya acuminata has been recorded for the first time in Arunachal Pradesh, adding to the state’s floristic inventory.
The species were recorded during targeted floristic explorations in East Kameng, Pakke Kessang and Longding districts.
Researchers and officials say the results underscore the need for continued field surveys and conservation across the Eastern Himalayas, where many forests remain poorly studied.