The plant was namedThismia aliasiiin honor of Alias Shakri.
The discovery ofThismia aliasiiis very interesting as it was found in a mountainous region known for its natural beauty.
The duo blame the regions popularity as a mountaineering destination for damaging the plants habitat.
Researchers discovered a new plant species, and name it Thismia aliasii.© Siti-Munirah MY, Mohamad Alias S.
Ultimately, the discovery highlights that theres still much left to learn of even Earths most trodden corners.
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