Investigation was carried out to study the dyeing quality of Quercus robur L. (fruit cups) and Pu... more Investigation was carried out to study the dyeing quality of Quercus robur L. (fruit cups) and Punica granatum L. (peel) mordant for the dyeing of wool and cotton fabrics. The fabrics were dyed both excluding and including the mordant by adopting different mordanting methods. The efficiency of the dye and mordant combinations was evaluated in terms of percent absorption (%), Colour coordinates (CIELAB), Colour strength/ Relative colour strength (K/S) and fastness properties respectively. Absorption of the dye, colour coordinates, colour strength (K/S) by the wool fabric recorded higher values as compared to cotton fabric. The cotton fabric does not showed much affinity for the dye and mordant combinations and appeared with dull and poor colour shades with lower values of absorption, colour strength and retention grades. However, wool fabric showed beautiful and bright colour shades in different mordanting combinations.
Ulusal travma ve acil cerrahi dergisi = Turkish journal of trauma & emergency surgery : TJTES, 2010
Fall from height is one of the important causes of musculoskeletal injuries. Fall from walnut tre... more Fall from height is one of the important causes of musculoskeletal injuries. Fall from walnut trees constitutes an important entity that leads to a significant mortality and morbidity amongst those engaged in fruit collection. The present study aimed to determine the prevalence of different musculoskeletal injuries in these victims and to highlight the importance of recognizing this incident as an occupational injury. A retrospective study of all patients admitted to the Orthopedic Department of the Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) Medical College from January 2003 to December 2007 was conducted. The medical records were studied for the different types of bony injuries, associated injuries and delay in the referral of patients. 94% of falls occurred from August to October. Of the 115 patients, 63 (54.7%) had associated non-orthopedic injuries. Head injury was the most common associated injury, presenting in 34 patients (29.5%). Thoracolumbar (16.5%), calcaneum (1...
The present study was carried out to investigate the rooting response of juvenile shoot cuttings ... more The present study was carried out to investigate the rooting response of juvenile shoot cuttings of Lagerstroemia speciosa, a deciduous tree species of Southeast Asia. Highly significant variation at P<0.001 level was observed on mean rooting percentage in all treatments with maximum (93.33%) in untreated cuttings (control) followed by (80.70%) in IBA 2000 ppm and minimum (74.70%) in IBA 4000 ppm. Maximum number of roots and root length were recorded in IBA 4000 ppm treated cuttings.
International journal of pharma and bio sciences, 2014
The total forest cover of the country is believed to be 69.09 million hectares which constitutes ... more The total forest cover of the country is believed to be 69.09 million hectares which constitutes about 21.02 % of the total geographical area of the country. The report further claims that there has been an increase of 3.13 Mha of forest cover in the country since 1997, i.e., from 65.96 Mha to 69.09 Mha at present. There are at least 200,000 villages that live inside or on the fringes of forest and an estimated 275 million people significantly depend on forests for their sustenance and livelihood. As per 1990 JFM guidelines from the Centre, all the states have resolved to implement JFM making it one of the largest community based natural resource management programme in the world. The idea is to bring 33% of the forest cover in India within this joint forest programme by the year 2020. By the end of 2006, close to 100,000 communities have participated/adopted one or the other form of JFM covering an area of about 22 million hectares in 28 states. The Joint Forest Management program ...
International Journal of Pure & Applied Bioscience, 2017
Allepo pine is an exotic conifer introduced in Kashmir valley, which can play the vital role in r... more Allepo pine is an exotic conifer introduced in Kashmir valley, which can play the vital role in restoration of degraded areas and has the ability to fulfill the minor need of local inhabitants due to its fast growth, long and high fiber content per hectare which is important for pulp and paper industry keeping in view the importance and constraints of regeneration and germination of this species the study was undertaken to investigate the effect of cone collection date on cone, seed and germination as its cone are hard to open which affects the natural regeneration of this valuable exotic pine in its natural habitat at faculty of forestry, Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir, Shalimar. The experiment consisted of 16 treatments/collection dates from 15 th August to 1 st April and was laid out in completely randomized design. The study conducted on maturity indices revealed that seeds were mature when the cone color changed from green to glossy red-brown at maturity on 1 st March onwards. The minimum fresh cone weight of 53.86 g and cone-specific gravity of 0.91-0.87 was recorded on 1 st April. The maximum seed weight of 3.09 g/100 seeds (g) was recorded on 15 th March and remained constant afterward. Whereas maximum germination percent of 43.25 % was recorded 15 th February and remained constant afterward. Therefore, the cone color should be considered as an important index of ripeness. The cone should be collected in the month of March when color of cone turns glossy red-brown.
The study on Life form spectrum of vegetation was carried out in Betula utilis forests in the hig... more The study on Life form spectrum of vegetation was carried out in Betula utilis forests in the high altitude forests of Central and North Kashmir of Western Himalayas, during the year 2014-2015, concentrated along the three altitudinal gradients viz. 3,000 – 3,200, 3,200 – 3,400 and 3,400 – 3,600m amsl in two Betula dominant stands at Sonamarg (Sind Forest Division) and Gulmarg (Special Forest Division Tangmarg).The study sites host a remarkable floristic richness with majority of taxa belonging to family Asteraceae followed by Poaceae, Lamiaceae and Rosaceae at both the study sites. The taxonomic compendium of plant community at Sonamarg included a total of 48 plant species (5 trees, 4 shrubs and 39 grasses and herbs) belonging to 26 families on South Eastern aspect and 53 plant species (4 trees, 7 shrubs and 42 grasses and herbs) belonging to 28 families on South Western slopes. The taxonomic compendium of plant community at Gulmarg included a total of 54 plant species (3 trees, 7 ...
Biophysical parameters affecting biomass carbon have been emphasized in the Paris Agreement for r... more Biophysical parameters affecting biomass carbon have been emphasized in the Paris Agreement for realizing climatic benefits from mitigation projects. The present study was conducted to assess the relation of biophysical parameters with forest biomass carbon in north Kashmir region of Himalayas. The relation of biomass carbon was assessed with (1) species type or strata including Cedrus deodara, mixed I (Cedrus deodara-Pinus wallichiana), mixed II (Abies pindrow-Picea smithiana) and Pinus wallichiana, (2) altitude (1292-2911 m amsl), (3) crown density, (4) aspect, (5) tree count or density and (6) location. Using a stratified sampling design, a total of 188 quadrats of 0.1 ha were laid across the entire region representing different biophysical parameters. Field observation including diameter at breast height and height were recorded and sample biomass (t ha −1) was estimated using volumetric equations. The observed relation of aboveground biomass carbon with species revealed a trend of mixed II ˃ Cedrus deodara ˃ mixed I ˃ Pinus wallichiana. A positive but weak correlation (R 2 = 0.02) was found between aboveground biomass carbon and altitude. A reasonably good correlation (R 2 = 0.40) was observed to exist between aboveground biomass carbon and crown density. The highest value of average biomass carbon (72.63 t ha −1) was recorded for the northeastern aspect whereas the lowest value (44.60 t ha −1) was recorded for the eastern aspect. The aboveground biomass carbon and tree count was found positively correlated (+ 0.475, R 2 = 0.48). Forest biomass carbon fluctuates within the same geographical region with a variety of biophysical factors. The growth rate of species, photosynthetic ability under different crown densities and climatic conditions could address the reasons for this variability. Biophysical relations of forest biomass carbon can be viewed as an important input for guidelines and policy matters on climate change.
British Journal of Applied Science & Technology, 2017
Fifteen (15) male clones of Populus deltoides (Twelve clones procured from WIMCO and three local ... more Fifteen (15) male clones of Populus deltoides (Twelve clones procured from WIMCO and three local clones) were evaluated in nursery to study their growth performance. The investigations revealed that significant interclonal variation exists for all the selected growth characters. The plant height varied from 179 to 284 cm, collar diameter 17.13 to 27.51 mm, number of branches 3 to 14 and number of leaves 59 to 272 plant-1. The leaf area plant-1 also varied between a minimum of 50 to a maximum of 118 cm2 and the internodal length between 3.28 to 5.77 cm. Significant interclonal variation also exhibited in fresh and dry total biomass of seedlings. Based on the morphological growth, the ranking index for these clones was developed and the clones viz., L-34 (TC), L-34 and 65/27 performed best in terms of ranking index with values 133, 126 and 123 respectively. These clones can be used for mass multiplication and for gradual replacement of female cultivars in the Kashmir Valley.
Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology, 2016
Trade of medicinal and aromatic plant species (MAPs) is age old practice throughout the world to ... more Trade of medicinal and aromatic plant species (MAPs) is age old practice throughout the world to increase household income. Over harvesting decreased their populations and a number of species became threatened in natural habitat. Survey was conducted on trade of important MAPs from wild in Jammu and Srinagar districts of J&K State, India. Information was collected on MAPs, by directly interviewing the people involved in the trade of medicinal and aromatic plants in mandis of two districts. Trade record was also collected from LOC at two locations I,e. Poonch and Uri. Even after ban on commercial exploitation of some MAPs, trade continued through illegal ways. The highest trade was recorded for Curcuma longa, Punica granatum, followed by Phyllanthus emblica in Jammu district. But in Srinagar it was found that Phoenix dactylifera, Lawsonia inermis and Rauwolfia serpentina recorded maximum trade. In this paper we have given the present status of herbal medicines, their quantity, per kg cost & part traded.
The genus Betula, commonly known as birch, belongs family Betulaceae. There are approximately 50 ... more The genus Betula, commonly known as birch, belongs family Betulaceae. There are approximately 50 recognized species of Betula, all of which are essential ecological components of northern temperate and boreal forests in many parts of the world. The extensive stands of this species have originated on northern and southern slopes and ravines of East Asia (Afghanistan, Pakistan, and India) and South China. The species prefers moist sandy loam soil and can tolerate strong winds and high freezing temperatures but not maritime exposure. Betula's forms tree line vegetation at higher elevations on the northern slopes of the inner Himalayas. The birch seeds are shallow orthodox and exhibit intermediate dormancy. Moist chilling in fully imbibed state usually releases dormancy in birch seeds. The germination of birch seeds is regulated by the interaction of photoperiod and temperature. The bark of birchs was used as paper for writing scriptures and texts in Sanskrit and other scripts. Birches contain various chemical compounds which have valuable medicinal uses those compounds are betulin, lupeol, oleanolic acid, acetyloleanolic acid, betulitc acid, lupenone, sitosterol, methyl betulonate, and methyl betulate which are extracted from bark. The compound betulin shows anticancer, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, anti-HIV and hepato protective properties. Traditionally birch bark has been used to cure rheumatism, gout, malaria
Assessment of carbon stock in trees is generally based on allometric equations relating either vo... more Assessment of carbon stock in trees is generally based on allometric equations relating either volume, or biomass, or carbon to DBH. The carbon density of different tree parts is not often measured directly, but generally assumed to be 50% of dry weight. In this study we try to analyze those assumptions and determined the effect different regression equations on carbon sequestration for Tectona grandis, Vachellia nilotica, Madhuca indica, Dalbergia sissoo. The present study aims to estimate the above-ground biomass (AGB) and carbon sequestration in 18 sampling plots of 30 × 30 m 2 size, at different sites in northern plains (Uttar Pradesh) India. Two regression
The present investigation was carried out to document ethano-medicinal plant diversity in agrofor... more The present investigation was carried out to document ethano-medicinal plant diversity in agroforestry land-use in Govind pashuvihar wildlife sanctuary Uttarakhand. For the present study 10 sample plots of 1 hectare each were randomly placed in 5 selected villages across the wildlife sanctuary. A total of 29 plant species including 22 herbs, 5 shrubs and 2 tree species were recorded to have medicinal importance in the local recipe. Asteraceae (4), Rosaceae (4) and Polygonaceae (4) form the dominant families of medicinal importance. These plants were used to treat a total of 17 different diseases. The medicinal plants in high altitudes are facing multiple threats due to multiple causes and it is thus imperative to have alternative land-use for conservation of these medicinal plants and agroforestry being the prominent land-use could be precursor for the conservation of medicinal plants and evade pressure from the natural habitat.
The study on Life form spectrum of vegetation was carried out in Betula utilis forests in the hig... more The study on Life form spectrum of vegetation was carried out in Betula utilis forests in the high altitude forests of Central and North Kashmir of Western Himalayas, during the year 2014-2015, concentrated along the three altitudinal gradients viz. 3,000 – 3,200, 3,200 – 3,400 and 3,400 – 3,600m amsl in two Betula dominant stands at Sonamarg (Sind Forest Division) and Gulmarg (Special Forest Division Tangmarg).The study sites host a remarkable floristic richness with majority of taxa belonging to family Asteraceae followed by Poaceae, Lamiaceae and Rosaceae at both the study sites. The taxonomic compendium of plant community at Sonamarg included a total of 48 plant species (5 trees, 4 shrubs and 39 grasses and herbs) belonging to 26 families on South Eastern aspect and 53 plant species (4 trees, 7 shrubs and 42 grasses and herbs) belonging to 28 families on South Western slopes. The taxonomic compendium of plant community at Gulmarg included a total of 54 plant species (3 trees, 7 shrubs and 44 grasses and herbs) belonging to 28 families. But Betula stands studied exhibited a high vulnerability to disturbances in terms of anthropogenic activities viz. lopping/cutting trees for fodder and fuelwood. These latent productive areas rendered non-productive by biotic pressures till today, should be given protection from such interferences. The Betula forest should therefore be declared as reboisement areas where nature needs to be aided to restock them by artificial planting collection at least till sufficient regeneration establishment is attained.
Investigation was carried out to study the dyeing quality of Quercus robur L. (fruit cups) and Pu... more Investigation was carried out to study the dyeing quality of Quercus robur L. (fruit cups) and Punica granatum L. (peel) mordant for the dyeing of wool and cotton fabrics. The fabrics were dyed both excluding and including the mordant by adopting different mordanting methods. The efficiency of the dye and mordant combinations was evaluated in terms of percent absorption (%), Colour coordinates (CIELAB), Colour strength/ Relative colour strength (K/S) and fastness properties respectively. Absorption of the dye, colour coordinates, colour strength (K/S) by the wool fabric recorded higher values as compared to cotton fabric. The cotton fabric does not showed much affinity for the dye and mordant combinations and appeared with dull and poor colour shades with lower values of absorption, colour strength and retention grades. However, wool fabric showed beautiful and bright colour shades in different mordanting combinations.
Ulusal travma ve acil cerrahi dergisi = Turkish journal of trauma & emergency surgery : TJTES, 2010
Fall from height is one of the important causes of musculoskeletal injuries. Fall from walnut tre... more Fall from height is one of the important causes of musculoskeletal injuries. Fall from walnut trees constitutes an important entity that leads to a significant mortality and morbidity amongst those engaged in fruit collection. The present study aimed to determine the prevalence of different musculoskeletal injuries in these victims and to highlight the importance of recognizing this incident as an occupational injury. A retrospective study of all patients admitted to the Orthopedic Department of the Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) Medical College from January 2003 to December 2007 was conducted. The medical records were studied for the different types of bony injuries, associated injuries and delay in the referral of patients. 94% of falls occurred from August to October. Of the 115 patients, 63 (54.7%) had associated non-orthopedic injuries. Head injury was the most common associated injury, presenting in 34 patients (29.5%). Thoracolumbar (16.5%), calcaneum (1...
The present study was carried out to investigate the rooting response of juvenile shoot cuttings ... more The present study was carried out to investigate the rooting response of juvenile shoot cuttings of Lagerstroemia speciosa, a deciduous tree species of Southeast Asia. Highly significant variation at P<0.001 level was observed on mean rooting percentage in all treatments with maximum (93.33%) in untreated cuttings (control) followed by (80.70%) in IBA 2000 ppm and minimum (74.70%) in IBA 4000 ppm. Maximum number of roots and root length were recorded in IBA 4000 ppm treated cuttings.
International journal of pharma and bio sciences, 2014
The total forest cover of the country is believed to be 69.09 million hectares which constitutes ... more The total forest cover of the country is believed to be 69.09 million hectares which constitutes about 21.02 % of the total geographical area of the country. The report further claims that there has been an increase of 3.13 Mha of forest cover in the country since 1997, i.e., from 65.96 Mha to 69.09 Mha at present. There are at least 200,000 villages that live inside or on the fringes of forest and an estimated 275 million people significantly depend on forests for their sustenance and livelihood. As per 1990 JFM guidelines from the Centre, all the states have resolved to implement JFM making it one of the largest community based natural resource management programme in the world. The idea is to bring 33% of the forest cover in India within this joint forest programme by the year 2020. By the end of 2006, close to 100,000 communities have participated/adopted one or the other form of JFM covering an area of about 22 million hectares in 28 states. The Joint Forest Management program ...
International Journal of Pure & Applied Bioscience, 2017
Allepo pine is an exotic conifer introduced in Kashmir valley, which can play the vital role in r... more Allepo pine is an exotic conifer introduced in Kashmir valley, which can play the vital role in restoration of degraded areas and has the ability to fulfill the minor need of local inhabitants due to its fast growth, long and high fiber content per hectare which is important for pulp and paper industry keeping in view the importance and constraints of regeneration and germination of this species the study was undertaken to investigate the effect of cone collection date on cone, seed and germination as its cone are hard to open which affects the natural regeneration of this valuable exotic pine in its natural habitat at faculty of forestry, Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir, Shalimar. The experiment consisted of 16 treatments/collection dates from 15 th August to 1 st April and was laid out in completely randomized design. The study conducted on maturity indices revealed that seeds were mature when the cone color changed from green to glossy red-brown at maturity on 1 st March onwards. The minimum fresh cone weight of 53.86 g and cone-specific gravity of 0.91-0.87 was recorded on 1 st April. The maximum seed weight of 3.09 g/100 seeds (g) was recorded on 15 th March and remained constant afterward. Whereas maximum germination percent of 43.25 % was recorded 15 th February and remained constant afterward. Therefore, the cone color should be considered as an important index of ripeness. The cone should be collected in the month of March when color of cone turns glossy red-brown.
The study on Life form spectrum of vegetation was carried out in Betula utilis forests in the hig... more The study on Life form spectrum of vegetation was carried out in Betula utilis forests in the high altitude forests of Central and North Kashmir of Western Himalayas, during the year 2014-2015, concentrated along the three altitudinal gradients viz. 3,000 – 3,200, 3,200 – 3,400 and 3,400 – 3,600m amsl in two Betula dominant stands at Sonamarg (Sind Forest Division) and Gulmarg (Special Forest Division Tangmarg).The study sites host a remarkable floristic richness with majority of taxa belonging to family Asteraceae followed by Poaceae, Lamiaceae and Rosaceae at both the study sites. The taxonomic compendium of plant community at Sonamarg included a total of 48 plant species (5 trees, 4 shrubs and 39 grasses and herbs) belonging to 26 families on South Eastern aspect and 53 plant species (4 trees, 7 shrubs and 42 grasses and herbs) belonging to 28 families on South Western slopes. The taxonomic compendium of plant community at Gulmarg included a total of 54 plant species (3 trees, 7 ...
Biophysical parameters affecting biomass carbon have been emphasized in the Paris Agreement for r... more Biophysical parameters affecting biomass carbon have been emphasized in the Paris Agreement for realizing climatic benefits from mitigation projects. The present study was conducted to assess the relation of biophysical parameters with forest biomass carbon in north Kashmir region of Himalayas. The relation of biomass carbon was assessed with (1) species type or strata including Cedrus deodara, mixed I (Cedrus deodara-Pinus wallichiana), mixed II (Abies pindrow-Picea smithiana) and Pinus wallichiana, (2) altitude (1292-2911 m amsl), (3) crown density, (4) aspect, (5) tree count or density and (6) location. Using a stratified sampling design, a total of 188 quadrats of 0.1 ha were laid across the entire region representing different biophysical parameters. Field observation including diameter at breast height and height were recorded and sample biomass (t ha −1) was estimated using volumetric equations. The observed relation of aboveground biomass carbon with species revealed a trend of mixed II ˃ Cedrus deodara ˃ mixed I ˃ Pinus wallichiana. A positive but weak correlation (R 2 = 0.02) was found between aboveground biomass carbon and altitude. A reasonably good correlation (R 2 = 0.40) was observed to exist between aboveground biomass carbon and crown density. The highest value of average biomass carbon (72.63 t ha −1) was recorded for the northeastern aspect whereas the lowest value (44.60 t ha −1) was recorded for the eastern aspect. The aboveground biomass carbon and tree count was found positively correlated (+ 0.475, R 2 = 0.48). Forest biomass carbon fluctuates within the same geographical region with a variety of biophysical factors. The growth rate of species, photosynthetic ability under different crown densities and climatic conditions could address the reasons for this variability. Biophysical relations of forest biomass carbon can be viewed as an important input for guidelines and policy matters on climate change.
British Journal of Applied Science & Technology, 2017
Fifteen (15) male clones of Populus deltoides (Twelve clones procured from WIMCO and three local ... more Fifteen (15) male clones of Populus deltoides (Twelve clones procured from WIMCO and three local clones) were evaluated in nursery to study their growth performance. The investigations revealed that significant interclonal variation exists for all the selected growth characters. The plant height varied from 179 to 284 cm, collar diameter 17.13 to 27.51 mm, number of branches 3 to 14 and number of leaves 59 to 272 plant-1. The leaf area plant-1 also varied between a minimum of 50 to a maximum of 118 cm2 and the internodal length between 3.28 to 5.77 cm. Significant interclonal variation also exhibited in fresh and dry total biomass of seedlings. Based on the morphological growth, the ranking index for these clones was developed and the clones viz., L-34 (TC), L-34 and 65/27 performed best in terms of ranking index with values 133, 126 and 123 respectively. These clones can be used for mass multiplication and for gradual replacement of female cultivars in the Kashmir Valley.
Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology, 2016
Trade of medicinal and aromatic plant species (MAPs) is age old practice throughout the world to ... more Trade of medicinal and aromatic plant species (MAPs) is age old practice throughout the world to increase household income. Over harvesting decreased their populations and a number of species became threatened in natural habitat. Survey was conducted on trade of important MAPs from wild in Jammu and Srinagar districts of J&K State, India. Information was collected on MAPs, by directly interviewing the people involved in the trade of medicinal and aromatic plants in mandis of two districts. Trade record was also collected from LOC at two locations I,e. Poonch and Uri. Even after ban on commercial exploitation of some MAPs, trade continued through illegal ways. The highest trade was recorded for Curcuma longa, Punica granatum, followed by Phyllanthus emblica in Jammu district. But in Srinagar it was found that Phoenix dactylifera, Lawsonia inermis and Rauwolfia serpentina recorded maximum trade. In this paper we have given the present status of herbal medicines, their quantity, per kg cost & part traded.
The genus Betula, commonly known as birch, belongs family Betulaceae. There are approximately 50 ... more The genus Betula, commonly known as birch, belongs family Betulaceae. There are approximately 50 recognized species of Betula, all of which are essential ecological components of northern temperate and boreal forests in many parts of the world. The extensive stands of this species have originated on northern and southern slopes and ravines of East Asia (Afghanistan, Pakistan, and India) and South China. The species prefers moist sandy loam soil and can tolerate strong winds and high freezing temperatures but not maritime exposure. Betula's forms tree line vegetation at higher elevations on the northern slopes of the inner Himalayas. The birch seeds are shallow orthodox and exhibit intermediate dormancy. Moist chilling in fully imbibed state usually releases dormancy in birch seeds. The germination of birch seeds is regulated by the interaction of photoperiod and temperature. The bark of birchs was used as paper for writing scriptures and texts in Sanskrit and other scripts. Birches contain various chemical compounds which have valuable medicinal uses those compounds are betulin, lupeol, oleanolic acid, acetyloleanolic acid, betulitc acid, lupenone, sitosterol, methyl betulonate, and methyl betulate which are extracted from bark. The compound betulin shows anticancer, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, anti-HIV and hepato protective properties. Traditionally birch bark has been used to cure rheumatism, gout, malaria
Assessment of carbon stock in trees is generally based on allometric equations relating either vo... more Assessment of carbon stock in trees is generally based on allometric equations relating either volume, or biomass, or carbon to DBH. The carbon density of different tree parts is not often measured directly, but generally assumed to be 50% of dry weight. In this study we try to analyze those assumptions and determined the effect different regression equations on carbon sequestration for Tectona grandis, Vachellia nilotica, Madhuca indica, Dalbergia sissoo. The present study aims to estimate the above-ground biomass (AGB) and carbon sequestration in 18 sampling plots of 30 × 30 m 2 size, at different sites in northern plains (Uttar Pradesh) India. Two regression
The present investigation was carried out to document ethano-medicinal plant diversity in agrofor... more The present investigation was carried out to document ethano-medicinal plant diversity in agroforestry land-use in Govind pashuvihar wildlife sanctuary Uttarakhand. For the present study 10 sample plots of 1 hectare each were randomly placed in 5 selected villages across the wildlife sanctuary. A total of 29 plant species including 22 herbs, 5 shrubs and 2 tree species were recorded to have medicinal importance in the local recipe. Asteraceae (4), Rosaceae (4) and Polygonaceae (4) form the dominant families of medicinal importance. These plants were used to treat a total of 17 different diseases. The medicinal plants in high altitudes are facing multiple threats due to multiple causes and it is thus imperative to have alternative land-use for conservation of these medicinal plants and agroforestry being the prominent land-use could be precursor for the conservation of medicinal plants and evade pressure from the natural habitat.
The study on Life form spectrum of vegetation was carried out in Betula utilis forests in the hig... more The study on Life form spectrum of vegetation was carried out in Betula utilis forests in the high altitude forests of Central and North Kashmir of Western Himalayas, during the year 2014-2015, concentrated along the three altitudinal gradients viz. 3,000 – 3,200, 3,200 – 3,400 and 3,400 – 3,600m amsl in two Betula dominant stands at Sonamarg (Sind Forest Division) and Gulmarg (Special Forest Division Tangmarg).The study sites host a remarkable floristic richness with majority of taxa belonging to family Asteraceae followed by Poaceae, Lamiaceae and Rosaceae at both the study sites. The taxonomic compendium of plant community at Sonamarg included a total of 48 plant species (5 trees, 4 shrubs and 39 grasses and herbs) belonging to 26 families on South Eastern aspect and 53 plant species (4 trees, 7 shrubs and 42 grasses and herbs) belonging to 28 families on South Western slopes. The taxonomic compendium of plant community at Gulmarg included a total of 54 plant species (3 trees, 7 shrubs and 44 grasses and herbs) belonging to 28 families. But Betula stands studied exhibited a high vulnerability to disturbances in terms of anthropogenic activities viz. lopping/cutting trees for fodder and fuelwood. These latent productive areas rendered non-productive by biotic pressures till today, should be given protection from such interferences. The Betula forest should therefore be declared as reboisement areas where nature needs to be aided to restock them by artificial planting collection at least till sufficient regeneration establishment is attained.
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