Momordica janarthanamii (Cucurbitaceae): a remarkable new species from Maharashtra state, India

<p>Momordica janarthanamii, a new species is described and illustrated from Nashik district of Maharashtra state, India. The new species is closely related to Momordica dioica Roxb. ex Willd. Colored photographs, distribution, ecological note and economical value of the new species are provided. A key for the dioecious species of Momordica from India has also been provided to facilitate identification.</p>