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ID: 66690
Title: Forecasting Future Habitat Scenario of Bupleurum khasianum in North East Indian states
Author: Jayanta Ghosh, Manas Bhaumik, Priyanka Bhandari
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2026
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 152 (4) April 26 Pg No. 358-365 (2026)
Subject: Forecasting Future Habitat Scenario of Bupleurum khasianum in North East Indian states
Keywords: Bupleurum khasianum, Endangered, Endemic, MaxEnt, NE India, SDM.
Abstract: Bupleurum khasianum (C.B.Clarke) P.K.Mukh., endemic to North East (NE) India, is a very rare and endangered (EN) species. Till date it is represented by only 23 collections from India. It preferably grows on forest boundaries along the road sides on rocky walls. Due to excessive anthropogenic activities in its distributional ranges, the habitat of this species is under plausible threat. To extend the conservation strategies, authors studied the habitat suitability (SDM) through MaxEnt modeling under current and future projections. This resulted in the record of sharp decline of its highly suitable habitats in NE India, ranging from 0.21-39.10%. Under such circumstances this article highlight the efficacy of MaxEnt modeling for better conservation strategies before its extinction.
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Literature cited 1: Adhikari D., Barik S.K. and Upadhaya K. (2012). Habitat distribution modeling for reintroduction of Ilex khasiana Purk., a critically endangered tree species of northeastern India, Ecological Engineering, 40: 37–43. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ecoleng.2011.12.004. Adhikari D., Tiwary R. and Barik S.K. (2015). Modelling hotspots for invasive alien plants in India, PloSOne, 10(7): e0134665.
Literature cited 2: Barik S.K. and Adhikari D. (2012). Predicting the geographical distribution of an invasive species (Chromolaena odorata (L.) King & HE Robins.) in the Indian subcontinent under climate change scenarios. Invasive alien plants: An ecological appraisal for the Indian subcontinent, CABI: Wallingford UK, 77-88. Behera M.D., Khuroo A.A., Palita S.K. and Barik S.K. (2024). Biodiversity responses to climate change – a sustainable development perspective from India, Biodiversity and Conservation, 33(12): 3347–3353.

ID: 66689
Title: Effect of Planting Density on Growth Performance and Culm Production in Dendrocalamus asper (Schult.) and Dendrocalamus stocksii (Munro)
Author: Muniammal Vediappan Durai, Gaddam Sudharshan Reddy, Bandenawaj
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2026
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 152 (4) April 26 Pg No. 345-357 (2026)
Subject: Effect of Planting Density on Growth Performance and Culm Production in Dendrocalamus asper (Schult.) and Dendrocalamus stocksii (Munro)
Keywords: Planting density, Spacing, Growth performance, Culm production, Clump morphology, Heritability, Genetic variation, Dendrocalamus asper, Dendrocalamus stocksii, Bamboo productivity.
Abstract: This study investigated the long-term effects of spacing on growth traits and culm production in two economically important bamboo species, Dendrocalamus asper and Dendrocalamus stocksii, in a mature plantation in Karnataka, India. The experiment was laid out in a Randomized Block Design (RBD) with eight replications per treatment. Three spacings (5 × 5 m, 5 × 7 m, and 5 × 9 m) were evaluated for D. asper, while two spacings (5 × 5 m and 9 × 9 m) were tested for D. stocksii. Results indicated that wider spacing significantly enhanced individual plant traits, including clump height, culm height, basal diameter, and internode number in both species. D. asper grown at 5 × 9 m spacing produced the tallest and thickest culms (7.05 m height and 46.63 mm basal diameter), whereas D. stocksii at 9 × 9 m spacing recorded superior clump diameter (3.01 m) and culm number per clump (49.90). In contrast, closer spacing (5 × 5 m) resulted in the highest culm density per hectare (8,752 in D. asper and 14,440 in D. stocksii), thereby maximizing total yield. Genetic analysis based on ANOVA-derived variance components revealed high heritability and genetic advance for traits such as clump height, culm height, and internode number, indicating strong potential for selection and genetic improvement. Overall, wider spacing improved individual culm and clump vigor, whereas closer spacing enhanced total culm yield, suggesting that spacing strategies should be optimized based on specific production objectives.
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Literature cited 1: Ahmad Z., Upadhyay A., Ding Y., Emamverdian A. and Shahzad A. (2021). Bamboo: Origin, Habitat, Distributions and Global Prospective. In: Ahmad, Z., Ding, Y., Shahzad, A. (eds) Biotechnological Advances in Bamboo.Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-1310-4_1 Alamerew A.N., Kozak R., Shrestha, A.K., Zhu Z. and Wang G. (2024). A way for livelihood improvement: systematic review on bamboo forest research. Trees, Forests and People, 100571. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tfp.2024.100571
Literature cited 2: Aqmal Nur Jihad, Budiadi and Widiyatno (2021). Growth response of Dendrocalamus asper on elevational variation and intra-clump spacing management. Biodiversitas Journal of Biological Diversity 22(9). http://dx.doi.org/10.13057/biodiv/d220925 Bachpai V.K.W., Ganesan M. and Yasodha R. (2017). Growth performance evaluation of tissue culture raised bamboos under varying space and fertilizer levels. Indian Forester, 143(7):693-699.

ID: 66688
Title: Potential Ecological Distribution Mapping of Terminalia anogeissiana in India
Author: Anandalakshmi Ravichand, Lalitha Suryanarayanan, Devamanikandan Perumal, Vijayaraghavan Arumugam, Thangamani Dhandapani, Fatima Shirin, Nanita Berry, Manish Kumar Vijay, Ravinamasivayam, Tresa Hamilton, Swapnendu Pattanaik, Suresh Kumarkrishnasami, S
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2026
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 152 (4) April 26 Pg No. 334-344 (2026)
Subject: Potential Ecological Distribution Mapping of Terminalia anogeissiana in India
Keywords: Ecological niche modeling; MaxEnt; Habitat suitability; Conservation Terminalia anogeissiana.
Abstract: Survival of forestry species are facing threat especially due to climate change as evinced by rising temperatures and altered rainfall patterns resulting in varied distribution. The present study assessed the current and potential habitat suitability of Terminalia anogeissiana Gere & Boatwr. (syn. Anogeissus latifolia (Roxb. ex DC.) Wall. ex Guill. & Perr.), a data-deficient multipurpose tree species in India, using ecological niche modeling (ENM) with the MaxEnt algorithm. This species faces challenges including poor regeneration and over-exploitation for timber and fodder, with limited information on its population status and distribution. A total of 811 occurrence records from tropical dry and moist deciduous forests and adjacent non-forest landscapes were compiled and spatially filtered to 220 independent records, which were analyzed using eight selected bioclimatic variables. The model achieved a training AUC of 0.828, test AUC of 0.817, with performance metrics including Kappa (0.182), NMI (0.955), and TSS (0.376). Isothermality (Bio03) was identified as the dominant predictor (58.6% contribution; 42.2% permutation importance), followed by Precipitation of the Warmest Quarter (Bio18), as confirmed by jackknife analysis. Highly suitable habitats were predicted across several states and union territories, accounting for 7.75% of India's total area. The predicted potential distribution substantially exceeded the currently documented range in India, highlighting priority areas for targeted conservation and sustainable management.
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Literature cited 1: Allouche O., Tsoar A. and Kadmon R. (2006). Assessing the accuracy of species distribution models: prevalence, kappa and the true skill statistic (TSS). Journal of Applied Ecology, 43(6): 1223–1232. Baraik D.S. and Sandya K. (2022). Effect of leaf and bark aqueous extract of Anogeissus latifolia on growth performance of Vigna unguiculata. Journal of Medicinal Plants Studies, 10(4): 137–139.
Literature cited 2: Bedia J., Busque J. and Gutierrez J.M. (2011). Predicting plant species distribution across an alpine rangeland in northern Spain: a comparison of probabilistic methods. Applied Vegetation Science, 14: 415–432. Benito B.M., Martinez-Ortega M.M., Munoz L.M., Lorite J. and Penas J. (2009). Assessing extinction-risk of endangered plants using species distribution models: a case study of habitat depletion caused by the spread of greenhouses. Biodiversity and Conservation, 18: 2509–2520.

ID: 66687
Title: Distribution, Threats and Conservation Strategies of Pterocarpus marsupium Roxb. in Uttar Pradesh, India
Author: Bandana Pant, G.K. Dhingra , H. S. Ginwal, Raja Prasad, Sheesh Ram
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2026
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 152 (4) April 26 Pg No. 328-333 (2026)
Subject: Distribution, Threats and Conservation Strategies of Pterocarpus marsupium Roxb. in Uttar Pradesh, India
Keywords: Pterocarpus marsupium, Conservation, Regeneration, Uttar Pradesh, Ethnobotany, Forest ecology.
Abstract: Pterocarpus marsupium Roxb., commonly known as Indian Kino Tree is a valuable deciduous tree species renowned for its therapeutic, ecological, and commercial importance. This study aimed to document its distribution, assess anthropogenic and environmental threats, and propose conservation strategies within Uttar Pradesh. Extensive field surveys across eight forest regions revealed a fragmented population structure, characterized by mature individuals and alarmingly low regeneration rates. Major threats identified include unsustainable bark harvesting, microbial infections, forest degradation, and poor seed viability. The findings underscore the urgent need for integrated conservation approaches including habitat protection, community-based management, and in vitro propagation. Without immediate intervention, the species faces the risk of local extinction, posing a significant loss to regional biodiversity and traditional medicine systems.
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Literature cited 1: Barstow M. (2017). Pterocarpus marsupium. The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. https://doi.org/10.2305/IUCN.UK.2017-3.RLTS.T34620A67802995.en Devgun M., Nanda A. and Ansari S. (2009). Pterocarpus marsupium Roxb.-A comprehensive review. Pharmacognosy reviews, 3(6): p.359.
Literature cited 2: Gairola S., Gupta V., Singh B., Maithani M. and Bansal P. (2010). Phytochemistry and pharmacological activities of Pterocarpus marsupium: a review. Int Res J Pharm, 1(1) : 100-4. Ghosh B.G., Garai S., Rahaman S.M., Khatun M., Mohammad N., Mishra Y., Ranjan A. and Tiwari S. (2021). Assessing potential habitat distribution range of the endangered tree species Pterocarpus marsupium Roxb. Under the climate change scenario in India. Trees, Forests and People, 6: p.100124. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tfp.2021.100124

ID: 66686
Title: Plant Community Dynamics and Population Assessment of the Myristica Swamp: A unique Forest Microhabitat in Agumbe, Karnataka, India
Author: E. S. Kumaraswamy Udupa, H. U. Abhijit, Raghavendra Kodagal
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2026
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 152 (4) April 26 Pg No. 317-327 (2026)
Subject: Plant Community Dynamics and Population Assessment of the Myristica Swamp: A unique Forest Microhabitat in Agumbe, Karnataka, India
Keywords: Diversity, Western ghats, Distribution, Ecology, Swamps, Myristicaceae, Evergreen trees.
Abstract: The Western Ghats, are one of the 34 global biodiversity hotspots, harbors rich biological diversity and various habitats along the west coast of India. Swamps, locally called Jaddi in Kannada, are vital ecosystems named after their dominant plant groups, such as Myristica swamps (Ramapatre Jaddi, Myristicaceae), Elaeocarpus swamps (Bhoota Rudrakshi Jaddi, Elaeocarpaceae), and mangrove swamps. These swamps support unique species with distinct morphological and physiological adaptations. Myristica swamps, in particular, are freshwater ecosystems dominated by Myristicaceae species along with flood-tolerant evergreen species. The present study reports on floristic diversity and population estimates from a Myristica swamp at Agumbe in the central Western Ghats. In 2023, authors documented 190 individuals of Gymnocranthera canarica and 89 individuals of Myristica magnifica, along with 39 other associated evergreen tree species belongingto20 families using the 20 × 20 m quadrat method in the swamps.
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Literature cited 1: Bhat P.R. and Kaveriappa K.M. (2009). Ecological studies on Myristica swamp forests of Uttara Kannada, Karnataka, India. Tropical Ecology, 50(2): 329-333. Champion H.G. and Seth S.K. (1968). A revised survey of the forest types of India. Manager of Publications, New Delhi.
Literature cited 2: Chandran M.D.S., Mesta D.K. and Naik M.B. (1999). Inventorying and Conservation of the Myristica Swamps of Uttara Kannada. Report (Forest Research and Training Institute, Bangalore. Chandran M.D.S. and Mesta D.K. (2001). On the conservation of the Myristica swamps of the Western Ghats. In: Forest genetic resources: status, threats, and conservation strategies (R. Uma Shaanker, K. N. Ganeshaiah, & K. S. Bawa, Eds.), Oxford and IBH, New Delhi, pp. 1-19.

ID: 66685
Title: Early Seed Dispersal in Terminalia tomentosa : A Field Observation
Author: Bhaskar Chandra Joshi, Himanshu Bagri
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2026
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 152 (3) March 26 Pg No. 312-314 (2026)
Subject: Early Seed Dispersal in Terminalia tomentosa : A Field Observation
Keywords: None
Abstract: Terminalia tomentosa is commonly called as 'Ashna' or 'sain' and is native to South and South-East Asia, mainly India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Myanmar & Thailand etc (e-Flora of India,2021). It is found in tropical lowlands at elevations up to 1000 m mostly on alluvial soils, in mixed deciduous forest, sometimes in dry dipterocarp forest (Orwa et al,2009). T.Tomentosa is a medium-long sized deciduous tree (20 to 30 m) with a bole up to 200 cm in diameter and closely associated with Sal species.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: Cleland E.E., Chuine I., Menzel A., Mooney H.A. and Schwartz M.D. (2007). Shifting plant phenology in response to global change. Trends in Ecology and Evolution, 22(7): 357–365. E-flora of India. (2021). Terminalia elliptica Willd. Database of plants of Indian subcontinent developed by the members ofEflora of India Google Group. Retrieved from https://efloraofindia.com
Literature cited 2: Goel S. and Singh R.K. (2025). Rainfall variability and probability analysis in Tarai and mid Himalayan regions of Uttarakhand. MAUSAM, 76(2): 403–416. Gusain K., Gautam K., Bhatt M., Singh H. and Singh M. (2026). Climate-driven shifts in tree phenology: Global patterns, trends, and ecological implications.EnvironmentalScience:Advances.

ID: 66684
Title: Significant Downward Altitudinal Range Extension of Grass Microstegium nudum: A Potential Indicator of Climate Pressure
Author: Yogesh Sharma, Nidhan Singh, Manoj Chandran
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2026
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 152 (3) March 26 Pg No. 310-311 (2026)
Subject: Significant Downward Altitudinal Range Extension of Grass Microstegium nudum: A Potential Indicator of Climate Pressure
Keywords: None
Abstract: Documenting the distribution of plant species is essential for various ecological studies, and is especially useful in defining their ecological niche, guiding community ecology, conservation strategies, and modeling the responses to climate change. Species may also shift their ranges due to inter-specific competition and climatic factors, and the similar type of observation is being presented in this communication.
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Literature cited 1: Bor N.L. (1960). The grasses of Burma, Ceylon, India and Pakistan. Pergamon Press. Clarke C.B. (1887). On the Plants of Kohima and Muneypore. The Journal of Linnean Society, 25: 1–107.
Literature cited 2: Kharbuja A. and Rajbhandary S. (2022). Grass Flora along Altitudinal Gradient of the Phulchoki Hill, Central Nepal. Journal of Plant Resources, 20(1): 52–63. https://doi.org/10.3126/bdpr.v20i01.56579 Sankara R.K., Raja K.S., Deepak K., Arun S.R. and K. Gopalakrishna Bhat. (2019). Flora of Peninsular India. Accessed on: 31st October, 2025.https://peninsula.ces.iisc.ac.in/plants.php?name=Microstegiumnudum or https://indiaflora-ces.iisc.ac.in/herbsheet.php?id=7841&cat=13

ID: 66683
Title: Compilation of floral alien species in the Changing Climate, Manipur
Author: Ashem Rahul Singh, Salam Rita Devi, Bharati Brahmacharimayum, Punabati Heisnam, Keisham Dony Devi, Abhinash Moirangthem, Atom Sunil Singh, Yumkham Sanatombi Devi, Khomdram Sandhyarani Devi, R. K. Imosana Singh, Lal Bihari Singh, Maibam Dineswori Devi
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2026
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 152 (3) March 26 Pg No. 306-309 (2026)
Subject: Compilation of floral alien species in the Changing Climate, Manipur
Keywords: None
Abstract: In view of the emerging concerns at both the national and global scale on the issue alien species and their control, the State's Directorate of Environment and Climate Change, Government of Manipur, initiated talks at the local level to understand how people at large perceive the threat and either are engaging in the subject or are yet to take root earnesty. The Directorate organised three round-table conference on alien species to prevent further n road and expansion of the invasive plant species to prevent biodiversity loss on the one hand while addressing livelihoods, health and climate-related concerns on the other hand.
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Literature cited 1: Ashem Rahul Singh, Khoyumthem Brajesh Kumar, Current Status of Bird's Species inside Yaral-pat, a Historical Wetland of Manipur, Indian Forester: Volume 149, Issue 10, October 2023 Ashem Rahul Singh, Urikhinbam Gyanenkumar Singh, Floral Identification of State Botanical Garden, Khonghampat, Manipur , Indian Forester: Volume 151, Issue 6, June 2025
Literature cited 2: Veeresh Kumar, P. R. Shashank, Salam Rita Devi, Madhulika Srivastava, A. R. Uthappa, O. P. Chaturvedi, Incidence of Gall Weevil, Pachyonyx quadridens Chev. (Coleoptera: Curculionidae) on Butea monosperma in Bundelkhand Region of India, Indian Forester: Volume 144, Issue 11, November 2018 Ashem Rahul Singh, A Case Study on Floral Richness of Intanki National Park (INP), Nagaland, Indian Forester: Volume 145, Issue 2, February 2019

ID: 66682
Title: Rediscovery of an Orchid Crepidium aphyllum from Sikkim Himalaya, India
Author: Durga Kumar Pradhan
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2026
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 152 (3) March 26 Pg No. 304-305 (2026)
Subject: Rediscovery of an Orchid Crepidium aphyllum from Sikkim Himalaya, India
Keywords: None
Abstract: The Sikkim Himalaya represents a paradigm of Orchids, which studied by several researchers (King and Pantling,1898, Lucksom,2007, Maity and Malti,2024). In recent times, it was noted that the existence of Crepidium aphyllum in Sikkim Himalaya needs to be ascertained. Therefore, several literatures surveys were conducted with indicated that Crepidium aphyllum is missing from the enumerations (Maity and Maiti,2024).
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Literature cited 1: Fan J., Jin X.H. and Jin W.T. (2012). Two new records of Orchidaceae from China. Journal of Tropical and Sub-Tropical Botany, 20(3): 239-242. IUCN Standards and Petitions Committee (2019). Guidelines for using the IUCN Red list Categories and Criteria. Version 14. Prepared by the Standards and Petition Committee.
Literature cited 2: King G. and Pantling R. (1898). The Orchid of the Sikkim Himalaya. Annals of the Royal Botanic Garden, Calcutta. Vol VIII, 18-19, Bengal Secretariat Press, Calcutta. Lucksom S.Z. (2007). The Orchids of Sikkim and North East Himalaya. S.Z. Lucksom, Siliguri.

ID: 66681
Title: First Camera-Trap Record of a Musk Deer (Moschus sp.) from Yordi Rabe Supse Wildlife Sanctuary, Arunachal Pradesh, India
Author: Yomto Mayi, Shantabala Devi Gurumayum, Salvador Lyngdoh
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2026
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 152 (3) March 26 Pg No. 299-303 (2026)
Subject: First Camera-Trap Record of a Musk Deer (Moschus sp.) from Yordi Rabe Supse Wildlife Sanctuary, Arunachal Pradesh, India
Keywords: None
Abstract: Musk deer (Moschus spp) are among the most evolutionarily distinct and conservation-dependent ungulates inhabiting the high -altitude forests and alpine scrublands of Central and South Asia(Green,1986;Sathyakumar et al,2015).Several species occur along the Himalayan range, including Moschus leucogaster, M.chrysogaster, M.fuscus , and M.cupreus, whose distributions are incompletely resolved due to overlapping morphological traits and limited molecular data (Timmins and Duckworth,2015, Shukla et al,2018)
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Literature cited 1: Aiyadurai A., Singh N.J. and Milner-Gulland E.J. (2010). Wildlife hunting by indigenous tribes: a case study from Arunachal Pradesh, north-east India. Oryx, 44(4): 564–572. Choudhury A. (2013). The Mammals of North East India. Gibbon Books, Guwahati.
Literature cited 2: Green M.J.B. (1986). The distribution, status and conservation of the Himalayan musk deer (Moschus chrysogaster). Biological Conservation, 35: 347–375. Kumar A. (2018). Mammals of Arunachal Pradesh, India. In: Sivaperuman, C. & Venkataraman, K. (eds) Indian Hotspots. Springer, Singapore, pp. 165–176.

ID: 66680
Title: Gmelina philippensis Cham. (Lamiaceae): A Newly addition to the Flora of Upper Gangetic Plain, from Uttar Pradesh, India
Author: Aradhana Patel, Vinay Kumar Prajapati, Gauri Saxena, Rahul, Pooja Yadav, Sourabh Kumar, Santosh Kumar
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2026
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 152 (3) March 26 Pg No. 296-298 (2026)
Subject: Gmelina philippensis Cham. (Lamiaceae): A Newly addition to the Flora of Upper Gangetic Plain, from Uttar Pradesh, India
Keywords: None
Abstract: Gmelina philippensis Cham is a climber, commonly known as "Parrots Peak". It belongs to the family Lamiaceae, this genus is distributed in tropical and sub-tropical region of the world, and comprises 51 species including 23 trees,7 shrubs,16 herbs and 2 climbers. In India only three species found Gmelina arborea, G.asiatica and G.phillippensis. However, in the upper Gangetic plain, only one species, G.arborea , is distributed.
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Literature cited 1: Duthie J.F. (1903-1929). Flora of Upper Gangatic Plain and of the adjacent Siwalik & Sub-Himalayan tracts. 3. Govt. Press, Calcutta. Garg A. and Singh P. (2018). Floristic diversity of Nawabganj Bird Sanctuary – A Wetland in Upper Gangetic Plain of Uttar Pradesh, India. Indian Journal of Forestry, 41(3): 273 – 284.
Literature cited 2: Garg A. and Singh V. (2015). Alien Invasive elements of Upper Ganga Ramsar site, Uttar Pradesh, India. Indian Journal of Forestry, 38(4): 383 – 386. Gulzar S., Hassan A. and Nawchoo I.A. (2020). Distribution, taxonomy and medicinal importance of Ajuga Bracteosa and Ajuga parviflora: A comparative study. International journal of researches in biosciences, agriculture and technology, 3(8): 35 – 41.

ID: 66679
Title: Trees of Rourkela Forest Division, Sundargarh, Odisha, India: A Conservation Aspect
Author: Jashabanta Sethi, Sweta Mishra, Rajeev Kumar Singh, Sanjeet Kumar
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2026
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 152 (3) March 26 Pg No. 288-295 (2026)
Subject: Trees of Rourkela Forest Division, Sundargarh, Odisha, India: A Conservation Aspect
Keywords: Trees, Conservation, Education, Working plan.
Abstract: 211 tree species are enumerated from Rourkela Forest Division, Sundargarh, Odisha, India and presented here using APG (Angiosperm Phylogeny Group) IV system of classification. The family, nomenclature and significances are provided which could be used for different aspects of education, conservation, and administrative works of the division.
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Literature cited 1: Das M.K., Devi R.S., Singh N.R. and Malik A. (2020). Flora of Jain Abode of twin hill Khandagiri and Udayagiri, Volume 1. APRF Publishers, India. Das P.K., Sahoo T. and Panda P.C. (2022). Forest trees of Odisha, India: an update checklist. Plant Science Today, 9(4): 1021-1031.
Literature cited 2: Haines H.H. (1921-1925). The Botany of Bihar and Orissa. Adlard & Son & West Newman, Ltd., London. Jain S.K. and Rao R.R. (1977). A handbook of field and herbarium methods. Today and Tomorrow's Printers and Publishers, New Delhi.

ID: 66678
Title: Browning of Pinus wallichiana A.B. Jacks in the southern region of Kashmir Himalayas: A typical case of Winter Burn
Author: Akhlaq Amin Wani, Mohd Ashraf Ahangar, Zahoor Ahmad Bhat, Bashir Ahmad Rather, Aasif Ali Gatoo, Arshad Hussain Mughal, Sameera Qayoom, Sajad Ahmad Gangoo
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2026
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 152 (3) March 26 Pg No. 282-297 (2026)
Subject: Browning of Pinus wallichiana A.B. Jacks in the southern region of Kashmir Himalayas: A typical case of Winter Burn
Keywords: Pinus wallichiana, Himalayas, Kashmir, Winter Burn, Drought Stress.
Abstract: Recent field investigations by SKUAST-Kashmir, invited by the J&K Forest Department and Department of Wildlife Protection, have identified Winter Burn induced by prolonged drought stress as the primary cause of Pinus wallichiana mortality in southern region of Kashmir covering the districts of Anantnag and Pulwama. Historically, these sites retained snow cover until late winter; however, in recent years, early warming has led to rapid snowmelt. Ground assessment showed no visual evidence of common pine diseases, though needle samples were collected for laboratory verification. Symptoms notably browning of upper branches align with drought impact. The species' moderate to low drought tolerance, linked to its shallower root system, renders it more vulnerable compared to the deep-rooted, highly drought tolerant Cedrus deodara. Extended dry spells using climatic data including temperature, precipitation and soil moisture data during the past years amplified physiological stress, increasing susceptibility to Winter Burn. Encouragingly, recent rainfall has triggered visible recovery, with new needles emerging on previously browned branches. This phenomenon underscores the ecological consequences of shifting climatic patterns in the Himalayan region and highlights the need for adaptive forest management strategies. Such shifting climatic patterns if continue for a long time may have strong ecological, hydrological and socio-economic consequences to the region.
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Literature cited 1: Agarwal D. and Rautela K. (2017). Pine forests are depleting natural water resources in the Himalayas. Down to Earth. https://www.downtoearth.org.in/forests/pine-forests-are-depleting-natural-water-resources-in-the-himalayas-58545 Farjon A. (2001). World Checklist and Bibliography of Conifers (2nd ed.). The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.
Literature cited 2: Gorelick N., Hancher M., Dixon M., Ilyushchenko S., Thau D. and Moore R. (2017). Google Earth Engine: Planetary-scale geospatial analysis for everyone. Remote Sensing of Environment, 202(3): 18–27. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rse.2017.06.031 IMD. (2025). Rainfall and Temperature data (2014-2025) of Anantnag Jammu and Kashmir (India). India Metrological Department, Ministry of Earth Sciences, Govt. of India. https://mausam.imd.gov.in/responsive/rainfallinformation_swd.php

ID: 66677
Title: Interdependency between Plant Resources and the Tarao Community of Chandel District, Manipur, in Treating Ailments
Author: Surchand Singh, Tahseen Fatima, H. Manoranjan Sharma, L. Dinendra Sharma
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2026
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 152 (3) March 26 Pg No. 275-281 (2026)
Subject: Interdependency between Plant Resources and the Tarao Community of Chandel District, Manipur, in Treating Ailments
Keywords: Tarao community, Ethnomedicine, Medicinal plants, Traditional ecological knowledge, Manipur, Forest resources.
Abstract: The present study investigates the interdependency between the Tarao community of Chandel district, iVianipur, and forest resources in the treatment of various ailments. Conducted from April to September 2022, the study aimed to document the traditional (knowledge of medicinal plant use, identify commonly utilized plant species, and analyze patterns of plant parts used and aliments treated. Ethnobotanical data were collected through structured Interviews, participatory observations, and field surveys with community elders and local healers. A total of 42 plant species were recorded, with herbs constituting the majority (47.6%), followed by trees (28.6%), shrubs (16.7%), and climbers (7.1%). Leaves were the most frequently used plant part (59.5%), followed by fruits (28.6%), barit (23.8%), rhizomes (21.4%), and whole plants (19.0%). The documented species were primarily used to treat digestive disorders (52.4%), sidn and wound healing (42.9%), and fever or respiratory illnesses (33-35%). The Tarao community employs preparation methods such as decoctions, infusions, and pastes, guided by traditional ecological knowledge passed orally across generations. The study highlights that the choice of plant species and sustainable harvesting practices are strongly Influenced by cultural beliefs, spiritual values, and ecological awareness. However, threats such as deforestation, over-exploitation, and erosion of indigenous itnowiedge pose challenges to the continuity of these practices. The findings underscore the importance of integrating community-based forest management with scientific validation of ethnomedicinal knowledge. Preserving this interdependency can safeguard cultural heritage, maintain biodiversity, and contribute to sustainable healthcare systems in resource-limited settings.
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Literature cited 1: Bareh H.M. (2000). Encyclopedia of North-East India: Manipur (Vol. 3). New Delhi: Mittal Publications. ISBN 8170997879, 978-8170997870. Berkes F. (1999). Sacred ecology: Traditional ecological knowledge and resource management. Philadelphia: Taylor & Francis.
Literature cited 2: Census of India. (2011). District Census Handbook-. Chandel. Ministry of Home Affairs, Govemment of India. Retrieved from https://censusindia.gov.in Deb D.B. (1961-1962). Plants of Manipur. Bulletin of the Botanical Survey of India, 3 (2-4), 115-138,253-350.

ID: 66676
Title: Seed Oil Bearing Plants of Odisha State, their Ecological, Medicinal and Economic Values
Author: Saraswati Majhi, Prasanta Kumar Samantray, Sanjeet Kumar
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2026
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 152 (3) March 26 Pg No. 268-274 (2026)
Subject: Seed Oil Bearing Plants of Odisha State, their Ecological, Medicinal and Economic Values
Keywords: Rairangpur, Traditional knowledge, Health problems.
Abstract: Seed oil bearing plants represent a vital component of forest ecosystems and rural-tribal livelihoods, offering medicinal, nutritional, ecological, and economic benefits. The present study documented 19 wild seed oil yielding plant species belonging to 16 families and 19 genera, traditionally used by tribal communities of Rairangpur, Odisha, India. Information was collected through field surveys, local markets, and interviews with 124 informants across 30 tribal villages during 2024-2025. Results revealed that these plants provide diverse benefits. Enumerated seed oils are used in treating skin ailments, rheumatic pain, wounds, inflammation, and other common health problems, while some serve as vegetable oils and livestock remedies. Economically, several species such as Celastrus paniculatus, Madhuca longifolia, and Schleichera oleosa hold significant market value, supporting rural & tribal income through local trade. Ecologically, many species contribute to habitat stability, pollinator support, and wildlife sustenance. Present study highlights the urgent need to explore, conserve, and sustainably utilize wild seed oil bearing plants, as they hold immense potential for developing eco-friendly therapeutic formulations, promoting community-based livelihoods, and strengthening biodiversity conservation efforts in Eastern India.
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Literature cited 1: Bhagya V., Christofer T. and Shankaranarayana R.B.S. (2016). Neuroprotective effect of Celastrus paniculatus on chronic stress-induced cognitive impairment. Indian Journal of Pharmacology, 48(6): 687-693. Damude H.G. and Kinney A.J. (2008). Enhancing plant seed oils for human nutrition. Plant Physiology, 147(3): 962-968.
Literature cited 2: Das K., Suple S.D., Hossain E., Kumar S. and Singh R.K. (2025). Ethnobotany: a bridge between traditional knowledge and modern pharmacy. In: Ethnobotany of India, Volume 1. Ambika Prasad Research Foundation, Odisha, India. Haines H.H. (1921-1925). The Botany of Bihar and Orissa, Part 1-6. Adlard & Son & West Newman Ltd., London, United Kingdom.