Which one of the following is an endangered species?
Rauwolfia serpentina
Rosa indica
Mangifera indica
Azadirachta indica
A
Mangifera indica
B
Azadirachta indica
C
Rosa indica
D
Rauwolfia serpentina
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An endangered species can be defined as any species of plant or animal which is at the risk of extinction due to its low number. Rauwolfia is a source of anti-hypertensive drug reserpine. The number of Rauwolfia serpentina is declining due to the collection for its medicinal uses. The root of this plant is used as medicine for mental disorders.
Thus, the correct answer is option C.
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