Phtheirospermum lushaiorum, a rare hemi-parasitic terrestrial plant has been found in Phawngpui National Park of Mizoram.
- It is named after the Lushai Tribe.
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About Lushai Tribe:
- Part of Group: The Lushai tribe is part of the Kuki-Chin group of tribes.
- Common Name: They are commonly known as Mizos.
- Racial Origin: The Lushai tribe is of Mongoloid descent.
Demographics:
- Population in Tripura: Approximately 5,384 individuals (2011 Census).
Cultural Identity:
- Religion: Predominantly Christianity.
- Traditional Dance: Known for the Cheraw Dance (Bamboo Dance).
Societal Structure:
- Family System: Follows a patrilocal joint family system.
- Inheritance: Practices patrilineal descent and inheritance rules.
Occupational Practices:
- Primary Occupations: Engaged in Jhum cultivation and orange cultivation.
- Additional Activities: Hunting of wild animals in the Jampui Hills, Tripura.
- Legacy: Historically known as a Head Hunter community.
- Primary Location: Mainly located in the Jampui Hills area in Tripura.
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