Thunia Rchb.f. (Orchidaceae): A New Generic Record for Eastern Ghats in Andhra Pradesh, India

The present communication reports Thunia alba var. bracteata (Roxb.) N. Pearce & P.J. Cribb, an epiphytic orchid as an addition to the flora of Eastern Ghats in Andhra Pradesh. A detailed description and photographs are provided for its easy identification. The genus Thunia Rchb.f. also recorded here as a new record for Eastern Ghats of Andhra Pradesh.