| Olax nana | |
|---|---|
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Order: | Santalales |
| Family: | Olacaceae |
| Genus: | Olax |
| Species: | O. nana |
| Binomial name | |
| Olax nana | |
Olax nana, known as Sudiyo in Gujarat, is a species of flowering plant in the Olacaceae family. [1]
The species is a small, woody shrub found in Pakistan, India, Nepal, and Thailand. [2]
The species is of special concern in Gujarat, India, where it is the sole representative of the family in the state. [3] It was first found in the state in the early 20th century, but since 1910, wasn't found in subsequent surveys. In 2015, the species was rediscovered in the village of Lathedi . Local efforts have been enacted to protect the small population, including the construction of grazing enclosures and raising awareness. [1]
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