meghaladtera

Meghaladtera is a genus of flowering plants belonging to the family Rubiaceae. It is native to the Western Ghats of India, where it is found in the states of Kerala and Tamil Nadu. The genus was first described by George King and James Sykes Gamble in 1906. Meghaladtera is characterized by its small, evergreen trees that can grow up to 10 meters in height. The leaves are simple, alternate, and have entire margins. The flowers are small, white, and arranged in axillary cymes. The fruit is a capsule that contains several seeds. Meghaladtera species are known for their medicinal properties. The bark and leaves of some species are used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases. The genus includes two recognized species: Meghaladtera bracteata and Meghaladtera keralensis. Meghaladtera bracteata is found in the Western Ghats of Kerala, while Meghaladtera keralensis is found in the Western Ghats of Tamil Nadu. Both species are threatened due to habitat loss and over-exploitation for medicinal purposes. Conservation efforts are underway to protect these species and their habitats.