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ID: 66290
Title: Studies of Allelopathic Influence of Medicinal Plants on Important Field Crops Seeking their Sustainable Domestication in Existing Agroforestry Systems of Central Himalaya, India
Author: A. K. Uniyal , Vikashpal Singh , Sandhya Goswami , Manish Kumar , A. S. Islam
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2025
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 151 (3) March. Pg No. 216-221 (2025)
Subject: Studies of Allelopathic Influence of Medicinal Plants on Important Field Crops Seeking their Sustainable Domestication in Existing Agroforestry Systems of Central Himalaya, India
Keywords: Allelopathy, Bioassay, Aqueous Extracts, Medicinal Plants, Field Crops, Plant Interaction.
Abstract: Allelopathic effect of 2-medicinal plant species. (Aloe vera and Withania somnifera) on germination and seedling growth of 4-crops (Triticum aestivum, Brassica campestris, Pisum sativum and Vigna radiata) was evaluated. The aqueous extracts ≤ 5% concentration of Aloe vera and Withania somnifera stimulated the germination and seedling growth of some crops (Brassica campestris, Pisum sativum and Vigna radiata), but > 5% concentration caused inhibition. Aloe vera and Withania somnifera aqueous extracts significantly inhibited the germination and seedling growth of Trititcum aestivum. All test crops were affected at high concentrations of aqueous extracts (whole plant) except Brassica campestris while lower concentration stimulated the growth of Brassica campestris, Pisum sativum and Vigna radiata. The suitability of medicinal plant species, based on laboratory trials followed the order: Withania somnifera>Aloe vera and the order of agriculture field crops preference as: Vigna radiata>Pisum sativum >Brassica campestris >Triticum aestivum.
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Literature cited 1: Alipoor M. Mohsenzadeh S., Teixeira da Silva J.A. and Niakousari M (2012). Allelopathic potential of Aloe vera Medicinal and Aromatic plant science and Biotechnology, 6 (1) 78-80. Anjum A. Hussain U. Yousaf Z. aa Khan F. and Umer 2010) Evaluation of allelopathic action of some selected medicinal plant on lettuce seeds by using sandwich method. Journal of Medicinal Plant Research, 4:536-541
Literature cited 2: Arowosegbe Sand Afolayan A.J. (2012) Assessment of allelopathic properties of Aloe ferox Mill. on turnip, beetroot and carrot. Biological Research, 45 (4): 363-368. Chandra S.Chatterjee P. Dey P. and Bhattacharya S (2012) Allelopathic effect of Ashwagandha against the germination and radicle growth of Cicer arietinum and Triticum aestivum Pharmacognosy Research, 4 (3): 166-169.

ID: 66289
Title: Impact of silvicultural management and regeneration of chir pine (Pinus roxburghii) in felled and unfelled areas of Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh
Author: Varun Barwal , T. Beula Ezhil Mathi , Anil Sharma , Rajeev Kumar , Shivani Singh
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2025
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 151 (3) March. Pg No. 213-215 (2025)
Subject: Impact of silvicultural management and regeneration of chir pine (Pinus roxburghii) in felled and unfelled areas of Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh
Keywords: Chir Pine (Pinus roxburghii), Regeneration, Bilaspur.
Abstract: Forest ecosystem needs continuous replenishment of the stock for a healthy and balanced ecosystem which emphasises the importance of regeneration of the forest crop. The impact of silvicultural management on the regeneration status of Chir pine (Pinus roxburghii) and other species in the forests of Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh was studied. This study was done by comparing the areas where felling prescriptions for Chir pine working circle were executed with areas where no felling or any silvicultural management has been done so far. Natural regeneration studies revealed 10.6% regeneration in Chir pine felled area whereas in unfelled areas there was 0% regeneration. Both the areas have same age group trees. The only difference was the intervention and scientific management by the forest department. Artificial regeneration in the felled area has shown a survival of 89%. Soil analysis of both the areas, even though inconclusive, shows a promising future for the felled area as it has shown favourable pH in 3 years' time after felling. The NPK level in the soil would also become favourable over the years when different species, established in the area contribute to different favourable effects. The study has also thrown light on the importance of scientific silvicultural operations on the regeneration of the Chir pine and other species and hence the restoration of ecological balance and biodiversity.
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Literature cited 1: Indian State of Forest Report (2021). Forest Survey of India. Ministry of Environment, Foret and Climate Change Government of India. Kaushal D.R. (2012). Revised working plan for the forests of Bilaspur Forest Division. Himachal Pradesh Foret Department.
Literature cited 2: Mohan V. P and Bhardwaj D.R. (2019).Third Six Monthly Report of Silviculture felling Monitoring Committee. In: Monitoring Committee constituted by Honourable Supreme Court of Indian 30 August 2019. T.N.Godavarman Thirumulpad vs Union of India-Different orders of the Hon'ble Supreme Court in Writ Petition no. 202/95.

ID: 66288
Title: Interplay Between Myths, Beliefs and Environment Conservation of Sacred Groves
Author: Navjot Singh, Dalip Singh
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2025
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 151 (3) March. Pg No. 207-212 (2025)
Subject: Interplay Between Myths, Beliefs and Environment Conservation of Sacred Groves
Keywords: Sacred Grove, Environment Conservation, Seraj.
Abstract: The present study was conducted in two sacred groves of Seraj Forest Division, Himachal Pradesh, India, namely Laxmi Narayan Sacred Grove and Pundrik Rishi Lake Sacred Grove. The study's key objective is to highlight the significance of myths and belief systems in environment protection and conservation. Data was collected directly from villagers and various stakeholders to understand myths and beliefs associated with sacred groves. MODIS satellite data has been utilized in Remote sensing and GIS platforms to detect changes in the grove area from 2014 to 2024. Estimating total organic carbon was done using the non-destructive method in 10 m X 10 m sample plots, and carbon stored by Cedrus deodara, the main species of the area, was studied. The study reveals that many myths and beliefs include complete restriction of people's entry into the grove, partial entry allowing only higher caste people, all-time no entry for women, etc. Change detection by RS GIS showed no change in land use in these groves despite increasing habitation in adjoining areas. Carbon Sequestration in Laxmi Narayan sacred grove is about 22.44 tons/100 m2; in Pundrik Rishi grove, it is about 46.32 tons/100 m2.
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Literature cited 1: Basha S.K.M., Umamaheshwari P., Rajyalakshmi E, Rambabau M. and Pullaih T. (2012).Medicinal flora of Penusila Narasimha sacred grove, eastern Ghats, SPSR Nellore District, Andhra Pradesh, India, Indian J.Fund Appl. Life Sci., 2 (2): 334-344. Caperley N., Montagini F. and Natta A. (2010).Significance of sacred sites for riparian forest conservation in Central Benin. infoscience.epfl.ch.https://infoscience.epfl.ch/entities/publication/cf25fb7c-3e61-4fc7-b714-9803bedc717d
Literature cited 2: Dafini A. (2007). The supernatural characters and powers of sacred trees in the Holy Land. Journal of Ethnobiology and Ethnomedicine, 3 (1) .https://doi.10.1186/1746-4269-3-10 Dar J.A.Subashre K., Raha D., Kumar A., Khare P.K. and Khan M.L. (2019). Tree diversity, biomass and carbon storage in sacred groves of Central India. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 26 (36): 37212-37227.https://doi.org/10.1007/s11356-019-06854-9

ID: 66287
Title: Laminated Veneer Lumber–Journey So Far
Author: V. Prakash , M. P. Singh , D. Sujatha , D. N. Uday , B. S. Mamatha , M. C. Kiran , Narasimha Murthy , V. R. Ramkumar
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2025
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 151 (3) March. Pg No. 199-206 (2025)
Subject: Laminated Veneer Lumber–Journey So Far
Keywords: Laminated Veneer Lumber, Fast Growing Species, Structural Applications, Reinforced.
Abstract: Laminated veneer lumber (LVL) is a wood composite which can be produced from a variety of fast - growing short rotation plantation timbers species and is considered as best substitute for traditional timbers intended to be used for structural applications. LVL has the potential to cater increasing demands of construction industry. The research that has been carried out so far with respect to manufacturing, types of LVL, timber species and adhesives used for manufacturing LVL, methods of enhancing its strength properties, applications and embodied energy associated with it in comparison to other materials viz. steel, aluminium etc. which are used for similar purposes is reviewed in this paper. The review suggests that LVLs can be manufactured from a wide range of short rotation plantation timber species grown dominantly in various geographical locations using suitable adhesives which plays a vital role in imparting strength to the panel. Enhanced strength properties of LVL can be obtained by incorporating suitable reinforcements within and external to the laminate. Wood being the main raw material for manufacturing LVL, it stores more carbon than emitted during its production, also the embodied energy associated with LVL is less compared to other building materials used for similar applications and hence it can be considered as a green building material. Being the best alternate to the conventional timber LVLs provide ample opportunity for low grade plantation timbers to be utilized for applications such as furniture frame work, windows and door frames.
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Literature cited 1: Abhishek P. and Suraj S. (2020). Life cycle analysis and embodied energy: A review .Int.JAdv Res. 6: 275-282. Abramowicz M., Chybinski M., POlus t. and Wrblewski T. (2024).Free Vibrations of Sustainable Laminated Veneer Lumber Slabs.Sustain, 16.https://doi.org/10.3390/su 16010166.
Literature cited 2: Ashok K., Buddhi D. and Chauhan D.S. (2012). Indexing of Building Materials with Embodied, Operational Energy and Environmental Sustainability with Reference to Green Buildings Indexing of Building Materials with Embodied, operational Energy and Environmental Sustainability with Reference to J.Pure ApplSciTechnol, 2: 11-22. Bakalarz M. and Kossakowski P.G. (2019).Mechanical Properties of Laminated Venner Lumber Beams Strengthened with Fibrous Composites. Fibers, 10.https://doi.org/10.3390/fib10020021.

ID: 66286
Title: Invasive plant in rural-tribal areas of Odisha and Jharkhand and their impacts
Author: Anuradha Das , Kanchan Vishwakarma , Sandhya Sharma , Sugimani Marndi , Sanjeet Kumar
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2025
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 151 (2) Feb. Pg No. 189-193 (2025)
Subject: Invasive plant in rural-tribal areas of Odisha and Jharkhand and their impacts
Keywords: None
Abstract: Forty-two invasive plants are introduced species that are spread by human or natural means and harm the environment, native plants, and wild life by outcompeting them and reducing biological diversity. Biological invasions are an important component of human-caused global environmental changes (Kumar and Singh, 2020).Humans have been moving animals and plants from one part of the world to another for thousands of years, sometimes consciously for social and personal gain, and sometimes accidently such introduces are unsuccessful, but when they do become reputable, emerge as a n invasive species (Mooney and Cleland, 2001.)
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Literature cited 1: Bogale G.A. and Tolossa T.T. (2021). Climate change intensification impacts and challenges of invasive species and adaptation measures in Eastern Ethiopia. Sustainable Environment, 7 (1). https://doi.org/10.1080/23311843.2021.1875555.
Literature cited 2: Cavalcante A.M.B. (2016).Acacia farnesiana (L)Wild_a potentially invasive alien species?International Journal of Ecology and Environment Sciences, 42 (3):209-215.

ID: 66285
Title: Extended Habitat of Trichomanes minutum Outside the Southern Part of Mainland India
Author: Roshni Chowdhury , Anurag Chowdhury , Monoranjan Chowdhury
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2025
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 151 (2) Feb. Pg No. 186-188 (2025)
Subject: Extended Habitat of Trichomanes minutum Outside the Southern Part of Mainland India
Keywords: None
Abstract: Trichomanes minutum Blume is a vascular epiphyte or lithophyte belongs to the family Hymenophyllaceae and occurs mainly in the wet tropical blome. The Family Hymenophyllaceae has only two accepted Genra viz. Hymenophyllum Sm. and Trichomanes L.with 253 accepted species (POWO, 2024).The global distribution of Trichomanes minutum reported from Western Africa (Yoroi and Iwatsuki, 1977).Pacific islands (Ebihara et al., 2006), Eastern Africa, Mauritius (Pynee et al., 2012), New Caledonia, Fiji, Solomon islands (Chen e t al, 2022), Japan (Iwatsuki, 1985), Taiwan (Jinn-Lal and Cheunc, 1994) and from southern states of India (Madhusoouanan and Hameed, 1997, Singh et al., 2016).
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Literature cited 1: Chen C.W., Perrie L, Glenny D., Chiou W.L., Fawcett S., smith A.R., Parris B.S., Ebibhara A, Ohlsen D., Lehtonene S., Dong S.Y.,Lehnert M., Field A.R. Chao Y.S., Murdock A.G. and Sundue M. (2022).An Annotated Checklist of Lycophytes and Ferns of the Solomon islands, Fern Gazzette, 21 (7): 292-419.
Literature cited 2: Ebihara A., Dubuisson J.Y., Iwatsuki K., Hennequin S. and itoM. (2006).A taxonomic revision of the Hymenophyllaceae, Blumea, 51:221-280.

ID: 66284
Title: Effect of pre-sowing seed treatments in Magnolia gustavii King – a 'Critically Endangered' timber yielding species of North-East India
Author: Ellora Dutta Borah , Ankur Jyoti Saikia , Namrata Borua , Rajib Kumar Borah
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2025
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 151 (2) Feb. Pg No. 182-185 (2025)
Subject: Effect of pre-sowing seed treatments in Magnolia gustavii King – a 'Critically Endangered' timber yielding species of North-East India
Keywords: None
Abstract: The family Magnoliaceae which includes an array of evergreen and deciduous trees of shrubs has gained the attention of evolutionary biologists in comparison with the interest of horticulturists an ornamental plant (Cicuzza et al, 2007; Wang et al, 2020).However, it is one of the most threatened angiosperm families, in which several species are endangered in the wild reproduced through seeds and at a risk of extinction (Yu et al, 2007; Fang et al 2006; Ma and Jiao, 2009).
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Literature cited 1: Baskin C.C. and Baskin J.M. (1998). Seeds: Ecology, Biogeography, and Evolution of Dormancy and Germination. Academic Press, San Diego.
Literature cited 2: Baskin J.M and Baskin (2004). C.C. A classification system for seed dormancy. viability and germination of Magnolia lanuginosa (Wall).Figlar & Noot.Seeds: A threatened tree species of Northeast India. Acta Ecol.Sin., 43 (1): 54-61, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chnaes.2021.09.007.

ID: 66283
Title: Symphyotrichum subulatum (Michx.) G.L. Nesom (Asteraceae): Addition to the Flora of Himachal Pradesh, India
Author: Kuldip S. Dogra , Bhagwati Prashad Sharma , Sangeeta Chandel , Kumar Ambrish , Ritesh K. Singh , Brajesh Meena
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2025
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 151 (2) Feb. Pg No. 180-181 (2025)
Subject: Symphyotrichum subulatum (Michx.) G.L. Nesom (Asteraceae): Addition to the Flora of Himachal Pradesh, India
Keywords: None
Abstract: Genus Symphyotrichum Nees rapidly invading in Himachal Pradesh, which was earlier reported from Jammu &Kashmir (Gulzar et al , 2021), Uttar Pradesh (Tripathi and Sharma, 2019), and as a new record to India from the tropical to subtropical areas of the Gangetic plains biogeographical zone (Sharma et al, 2012; Kartikeyan et al, 2020).During the recent plant exploration tour, authors collected one abundantly occurring plant species Symphyotrichum subulatum 9Michx) G.L. Nesom of family Asteraceae from Hamirpur district in Himachal Pradesh which is now reported as a new addition to the flora of Himachal Pradesh.
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Literature cited 1: Gulzar R., Khuroo A.A., Rather Z.A. Ahmad R and Rashid I. (2021).Symphyotrichum subulatum(Michx) G.LNesom (Asteraceae): a new distribution record of an alien plant species in Kashmir Himalaya, India. Check List, 17 (2):569-574, https://doi.org/10.15560/17.2.569
Literature cited 2: Kartikeyan S., Sanjappa M.,Moorthy S., Bhattacharjee B., Dash S.S., Meena S.L. and Mastakar V.K. (2020). Asteraceae nom.Cons.(Compositae.nom.Alt) In flowering Plants India: An Annotated Checklist 9Dicotyledons Vol.1)713 (Eds.Mao, A.A. &Dash, S.S.). Botanical Survey of India, Kolkata.

ID: 66282
Title: Initial Evaluation of selected Bamboo species in terms of survival: A stride towards renewing the Flute Industries in the Terai region of Uttar Pradesh, India
Author: Alok Yadav , Sanchili Verma , Rahul Nishad , Sanjay Singh , Kuldeep Chauhan
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2025
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 151 (2) Feb. Pg No. 177-179 (2025)
Subject: Initial Evaluation of selected Bamboo species in terms of survival: A stride towards renewing the Flute Industries in the Terai region of Uttar Pradesh, India
Keywords: None
Abstract: Bamboo, one of the fastest-growing plants on earth is extensively spread in tropical and subtropical climates, where the annual precipitation ranges from 120 cm to 400 cm and the temperatures between 16°C to 38°C (Chauhan et al, 2016).Across the world , 1, 663 species of bamboo fall into 123 genera , with298 genera and more than 120 species being herbaceous habitats (Vorntsova et al, 2016; wang et al, 2020).Bamboo is an eco-friendly substitute attaining maturity within five years. It is often termed the 'Green Gold of the 21st century' as it is available at a considerably lower price than wood and is as strong as the strongest wood (Behari, 2006)
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Literature cited 1: Arinasa I.B.K. and Bagus I. (2010) Bamboo diversity and utilization in Balinese rituals at Angsri Village- Bali, Indonesia.J. Am.Bamboo Soc., 23 (1): 29-37.
Literature cited 2: Banik R.L. (2010) Biology and Silviculture of Muli Bamboo: Melocanna baccifera 9Roxb) Kurz. National Mission on Bamboo Application, New Dehi, 237.

ID: 66281
Title: Ecological services and indigenous traditional knowledge (ITK) of Terminalia L., specis of India: a conservation aspect
Author: Suchetana Mukherjee , Mangesh J. Dagawal , Annapurna Dhal , Anu Sreedevi , Sugimani Marndi , Sanjeet Kumar , Jaydeep Kumar Sahu
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2025
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 151 (2) Feb. Pg No. 173-176 (2025)
Subject: Ecological services and indigenous traditional knowledge (ITK) of Terminalia L., specis of India: a conservation aspect
Keywords: None
Abstract: The whole world is facing climatic changes and global warming along with several health problems. In this aspect, only one solution is afforestation, protection of natural forests, conservation of ITK (Indigenous Traditional Knowledge), and vegetation relationships in a landscape. India is rich in Ayurveda, and the WHO 9World Helth Organisation) also declares on traditional medicine, and 60 % of people in tribal and rural areas use herbal medicines (Das et al, 2020: Bulbul et al., 2022).
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Literature cited 1: Bulbul M.R.H., Chowdhury M.N.U., Naima T.A., Sami S.A.Imtiaj M.S., Huda N. and Uddin M.G. (2022). A Comprehensive Review on the diverse pharmacological perspectives of Terminalia chebula TRetz.Heliyon, 1-16.
Literature cited 2: Chakrabarty T., Krishna G. and Rasingam L. (2019). Taxonomic notes on Indian Terminalia (Combretaceae). Plant Science Today. 6 (3): 281-286.

ID: 66280
Title: Traditional Kinnauri herbal tea: Rhododendron anthopogon D. Don Var. hypenanthum (Balf. f.) Hara
Author: Rajendra Kumar , B.D. Sharma
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2025
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 151 (2) Feb. Pg No. 172-172 (2025)
Subject: Traditional Kinnauri herbal tea: Rhododendron anthopogon D. Don Var. hypenanthum (Balf. f.) Hara
Keywords: None
Abstract: Tribal communities are known to carefully preserve their ethical, cultural, linguistic, and social identity over the past several centuries. In the same continuity, they have also made several investigations for getting survival foods, ethnic medicines and beverages for maintaining their health and wellness under extreme climatic fluctuations.
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Literature cited 1: Lama Yeshi Choden, Ghimire S.K. and Aumeenuddy-Thomas Y. (2001). Medicinal Plants of Dolpo: Amchis knowledge and conservation. People and Plant Initiative, Kathmandu, Nepal.
Literature cited 2: Tsarong Tsewang J (1994).Medicinal plants. Tibetan Medical Publications, Kalimpong, West Bengal, India

ID: 66279
Title: Vanda tessellata Useful Orchid of Narsinghpur District
Author: Deepika Patel,Rahul Soni and Satish Mohabe
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2025
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 151 (2) Feb. Pg No. 169-171 (2025)
Subject: Vanda tessellata Useful Orchid of Narsinghpur District
Keywords: None
Abstract: India is hub of many floral and faunal treasures with incredible landscapes. Orchid species are one of them that fascinate many reserchers and common people due to their attractive flower patterns. Many researchers have worked on orchids in different aspects, but very few reports are available on their medicinal values 9Dash et al, 2008; Kumar et al, 2018).
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Literature cited 1: Dash P.K.Sahoo S. and Bl S. (2008). Ethnobotanical studies on Orchids of Niyamgiri Hill ranges, Orissa, India Ethnobotanical Leaflets, 70-78. Hossain, MM. (2009). Traditional therapeutic uses of some indigenous orchids of Bngladesh.Med.AROM.Plant SciBiotech., 101-106.
Literature cited 2: Jalal J.S., Kumar P. and Pangley Y.P.S. (2008). Ethnomedicinal Orchids of Uttarakhand, Western Himalaya. Ethnobotanical Leaflets, 1227-30. Khasim S.M. and Rao P.M. (1999). Medicinal importance of orchids.Botanica, 66-91

ID: 66278
Title: Clerodendrum glandulosum Lindl.- An Important Wild Edible Plant by the Khasi Tribe of Meghalaya, India
Author: H. Tynsong , Melboreen Dkhar
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2025
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 151 (2) Feb. Pg No. 162-168 (2025)
Subject: Clerodendrum glandulosum Lindl.- An Important Wild Edible Plant by the Khasi Tribe of Meghalaya, India
Keywords: East Indian glory bower, Coal mining, Dishes, Bitter, Home gardens
Abstract: Clerodendrum glandulosum Lindl. (synonymous to Clerodendrum colebrookianum Walp.), often referred to as East Indian Glory Bower, is a perennial shrub that belongs to the Lamiaceae family. The plant has gained popularity among several tribes of North Eastern Region, India for the treatment of inflammatory, malaria, diabetes, indigestion, hypertension, fever, asthma, rheumatism, and other disorders and diseases. The present research aims to describe the distribution, propagation, and procedures involved in preparing leaves of C. glandulosum as vegetable by the Khasi tribe of Meghalaya. The study showed that C. glandulosum is a light dependent species. According to a household survey, agroforests are where the bulk of leaves are collected, with the rest coming from natural forests and home gardens. The plant's leaves can be used to prepare a variety of dishes, the most popular of which include those prepared with dal (pulses), beef, and pork. This study revealed an important traditional knowledge system that if leaves harvested from plant for the first time the taste are bitter whereas, leaves harvested from plants on a regular basis each year are extremely testy. The plant thrives well on all kinds of landscape, even in those areas affected by coal mining in the state of Meghalaya.
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Literature cited 1: Addis G.G, Asfaw Z., Singh V., Woldu Z. Baidu-Forson J.J. and Bhattacharya S. (2013).Dietary values of wild and semi wild edible plants in southern Ethiopia. Afr. J. Food Agric.Nutr. Devel.13 (2): 7485-7503 Balakrishnan N.P. (1981-1983). Flora of Jowal, Meghalaya.Vol.1 & II Botanical Survey of India, Howrah, India.
Literature cited 2: Begum S.S. and Hynniewta T.M. (2007). Medicinal plant resources of Nameri Nation Park, Assam, India. Annals of Forestry, 15 (1) : 62-70. Bharucha Z and Pretty J. (2010). The roles and values of wild foods in agricultural systems. Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society, 365 (1554): 2913-26.

ID: 66277
Title: Baseline Study on Extended Distribution and a Note on Threat Assessment of Crinum woodrowii from Northern Western Ghats
Author: D.M. Mahajan , Mayur Mahendra Bhagwat
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2025
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 151 (2) Feb. Pg No. 157-161 (2025)
Subject: Baseline Study on Extended Distribution and a Note on Threat Assessment of Crinum woodrowii from Northern Western Ghats
Keywords: Crinum woodrowii, IUCN, Extended distribution, Northern Western Ghats, Endangered, GeoCAT
Abstract: Crinum woodrowii Baker, a critically endangered bulbous plant in the Amaryllidaceae family, was historically limited to Kates Point, Mahabaleshwar, India. It was rediscovered in 2004 after being thought extinct. This study aimed to assess its new distribution and threats. Over the past six years, eleven additional populations have been identified in the Northern Western Ghats, expanding its known altitudinal range from 22 m to 1275 m. The species is now known to have a total of 1,666 mature individuals, with no subpopulation exceeding 250. Its Extent of Occurrence (EOO) is 26,875.811 km² and its Area of Occupancy (AOO) is 64 km², qualifying it as "Endangered" under IUCN criteria (EN B2 b (iii, iv) c(iv); C2a(i)). Key threats include habitat loss from infrastructure development, shifting cultivation, and tourism, leading to significant habitat degradation and population decline, particularly at few locations. Additionally, biotic threats such as predation and bulb exploitation further endanger the species. This research highlights the urgent need for conservation actions to protect newly discovered populations of C. woodrowii, providing crucial baseline data for future efforts.
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Literature cited 1: Bhagat R.B. (2018).Floristic diversity of Mulshi, Northern Western Ghats A.R.Printers, p.280. Datar M.N. and Ghats V. (2006). Changing floristic diversity of Katraj hill, Pune, Geobios, 33 (2/3): 133.
Literature cited 2: Deshpande S., Sharma B.D and Nayar M.P. (1993-1995).Flora of Mahabaleshwar and adjoining Maharashtra. Botanical Survey of India, Calcutta, 776pp. Gaikwad S.P. Garad K.U. and Gore R.D. (2014).Crinum solapurense (Amaryllidaceae), a new species from Maharashtra, India.Kew Bulletin,69 (2): 1-5.

ID: 66276
Title: Pollen Morphology of Some Selected Taxa in the Jorhat District, Assam, India
Author: Prostuti Neog , Sumit Singh , Tridip Phukan , Mantu Bhuyan
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2025
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 151 (2) Feb. Pg No. 144-156 (2025)
Subject: Pollen Morphology of Some Selected Taxa in the Jorhat District, Assam, India
Keywords: Pollen grains, Pollen morphology, Jorhat district
Abstract: Pollen grains exhibit a wide range of diverse morphological characteristics. Pollen taxonomy, which involves classifying and identifying pollen grains, is crucial for various aspects of pollen study. The present study was undertaken from August 2023 to December 2023 in Jorhat district of Assam, India. The pollen morphology of 33 different flowering plant species belonging to 18 families have been carried out and variations in shape, symmetry, exine structure sculpture, etc., have been found. In this study, out of 33 different plant species, 12.12% are tree species, 54.54% are herb species and 33.33% are shrub species.
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