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ID: 66675
Title: Exploration of Ethno-medicinal Herbs and their Practices by Indigenous People of Ramchandrapur Village Purulia District of West Bengal
Author: Bingshati Singha Mahapatra, Susanta Jana, Shyamal Kanti Mallick, Subrata Das
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. 263-267 (2026)
Subject: Exploration of Ethno-medicinal Herbs and their Practices by Indigenous People of Ramchandrapur Village Purulia District of West Bengal
Keywords: Diabetes, Indigenous people, Medicinal plants, Purulia district use value.
Abstract: The aim of the present study was to explore some ethnomedicinal herbs and their practices among the indigenous people of Ramchandrapur village Purulia district, West Bengal, India. A total of twenty herbaceous plants were documented between April 2024 and December 2025. Knowledge about medicinal plants was obtained through field trips, questionnaires, discussions and in-person interviews with the indigenous people of Purulia district. The results of this study revealed that the Zingiberaceae family was found to be the most prevalent and the most commonly used plant part was the leaves. Two plants, Catharanthus roseus (L.) G. Don and Boerhavia diffusa L., were found of the highest use value.
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Literature cited 1: Ashokkumar K., Kumarakurubaran S. and Saradha Devi K.M. (2013). Reverse phase-high performance liquid chromatography-diode array detector (RP-HPLCDAD) analysis of flavonoids profile from curry leaf (Murraya koenigii L). J. Med. Plants Res., 7(47): 3393- 3399. Bamola N., Verma P. and Negi C. (2018). A Review on some traditional medicinal plants. International Journal Life Science Scientist Research, 4(1): 1550-1556.
Literature cited 2: Bisht V.K., Kandari L.S., Negi J.S., Bhandari A.K. and Sundriyal R.C. (2013). Traditional use of medicinal plants in district Chamoli, Uttarakhand India. Journal of medicinal plants research, 7(15): 918-929. Jima T. and Moa M. (2018). Ethnobotanical study of medicinal plants used to treat Human Disease in Berbere district, Bale zone of Oromia Regional state, south East Ethiopia. Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 1-16.

ID: 66674
Title: Thermal Constraints Drive Elevational Divergence in Mate-guarding Behaviour of Dragonflies and Damselflies (Odonata) in the Bhagirathi River Basin, Uttarakhand, India
Author: Shuvendu Das, V. P. Uniyal
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. 245-262 (2026)
Subject: Thermal Constraints Drive Elevational Divergence in Mate-guarding Behaviour of Dragonflies and Damselflies (Odonata) in the Bhagirathi River Basin, Uttarakhand, India
Keywords: Odonata, Mate guarding, Bhagirathi basin, Western Himalaya, Reproductive ecology.
Abstract: Mate-guarding behaviour is a key reproductive strategy in Odonata, yet its variation across Himalayan elevational gradients remains poorly documented. This study examined mate-guarding behaviour in 53 species of dragonflies and damselflies observed across freshwater habitats of the Bhagirathi River Basin in Uttarakhand, Western Himalaya. Behavioural observations recorded copulation duration, guarding distance, ambient temperature and copulation success across multiple elevations. Results revealed substantial interspecific variation in mating investment, with prolonged copulation associated with higher reproductive success. Most dragonflies exhibited contact guarding, whereas damselflies showed a broader spectrum including spatial guarding strategies. These findings highlight the influence of thermal environments and behavioural investment on reproductive success in Himalayan odonate communities.
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Literature cited 1: Alcock J. (1994). Post insemination associations between males and females in insects: The mate-guarding hypothesis. Annual Review of Entomology, 39: 1–21. https://doi.org/10.1146/annurev.en.39.010194.000245 Altmann J. (1974). Observational study of behavior: Sampling methods. Behaviour, 49: 227–267. https://doi.org/10.1163/156853974X00534
Literature cited 2: Balzan M.V. (2012). Associations of Dragonflies (Odonata) to Habitat Variables within the Maltese Islands: ASpatio-Temporal Approach. Journal of Insect Science,12(87): 1–18. https://doi.org/10.1673/031.012.8701 Bhardwaj M., Das S., Kala P. and Uniyal V.P. (2016). Bibliography on the butterflies and odonates of the Indian Himalayan Region. In: Bibliography on the Fauna and Microflora of the Indian Himalayan Region, Vol. 17(2015–2016), Chapter 6. ENVIS – Wildlife and Protected Areas. https://doi.org/10.13140/RG.2.2.19649.35685

ID: 66673
Title: Hedychium in Traditional Healing Systems: An Ethnobotanical Review
Author: R Kripasree, Bince Mani, Tinu Thomas, Sinjumol Thomas
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. 236-244 (2026)
Subject: Hedychium in Traditional Healing Systems: An Ethnobotanical Review
Keywords: Ethnobotany, Ginger lily, Hedychium, Traditional medicine, Zingiberaceae.
Abstract: Hedychium J. Koenig., is a genus in the ginger family, Zingiberaceae and is commonly seen in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia. They are mainly used in ornamental and medicinal purposes. Traditionally, the genus Hedychium has been used as medicine and in cultural ceremonies. Each part of the plant has its own unique healing properties. The Indian traditional system of medicine especially Ayurveda preferred various combination of this genus for the treatment of digestive, respiratory and inflammation related diseases. Rhizome of the plants of this genus is ginger like and have spicy flavour, so it is commonly used as food supplements. Rhizome is the major part that having great medicinal potential. Almost all the species of Hedychium possesses various kind of ethnomedicinal value.
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Literature cited 1: Aziz, M. A., Habib, M. R. and Karim, M. R. (2009). Antibacterial and Cytotoxic Activities of Hedychium coronarium J. Koenig, Research Journal of Agriculture and Biological Sciences, 5(6): 969–972. Begossi, A. (1996). Use of ecological methods in ethnobotany: Diversity indices, Economic Botany, 50(3): 280–289. https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02907333
Literature cited 2: Bhaigyabati, T.H., Devi, P. G. and Bag, G. C. (2014). Total flavonoid content and antioxidant activity of aqueous rhizome extract of three Hedychium species of Manipur valley, Research Journal of Pharmaceutical, Biological and Chemical Sciences, 5(5): 970–976. Bhatt, V. P., Negi, V. and Purohit, V. K. (2009). Hedychium spicatum Buch.-Ham.: A High Valued Skin Glowing and Curing Medicinal Herb Needs Future Attention on its Conservation, Nature and Science, 7(9): 75–77.

ID: 66672
Title: Grass Diversity of Odisha and their Significances
Author: Jashabanta Sethi, Sweta Mishra, Biswajit Mishra, 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. 231-235 (2026)
Subject: Grass Diversity of Odisha and their Significances
Keywords: Biodiversity, Diversity, Grasses, Services.
Abstract: Grasses are important component of Wildlife and biodiversity. Keeping the importance of grass species, a comprehensive study was carried out through field and literature survey on the grass diversity of Odisha state, India. About 284 grass species belonging to 86 genera are enumerated and findings are presented in this communication. The study encompasses a wide range of species, including economically important crops like Oryza sativa, Zea mays, and Triticum aestivum, as well as ornamental and wild grasses. The study is a culmination of research studies conducted by various authors and present study. The study provides valuable information on the diversity of grass species in the region, highlighting the need for conservation and sustainable management of these resources. The present work will serve as a useful reference for researchers, students, and conservationists working on grasses and their ecosystems.
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Literature cited 1: Acharya, S., Gond, H., Aslam, S., Spoorthi, K.S., Mishra, S. and Kumar, S. (2024). Job's tears (Coix lacryma-jobi): a medicinal plant of India. In: Medicinal Poaceae of India, Volume 1.Ambika Prasad Research Foundation, India. Banks T., Richard C., Ping L. and Zhaoli Y. (2003). Community-Based Grassland Management in Western China Rationale, Pilot Project Experience, and Policy Implications. Mountain Research and Development, 23(2): 132-140.
Literature cited 2: Behera B., Mishra S. and Kumar S. (2024). Cynodon dactylon (L.) Pers.: a medicinal grass of India. In: Medicinal Poaceae of India, Volume 1. Ambika Prasad Research Foundation, India. Bengtsson, J., Bullock, J.M., Egoh, B., Everson, C., Everson, T., O'Connor, T., O'Farrell, P.J., Smith, H.G. and Lindborg, R. (2019). Grasslands- more important for ecosystem services than you might think. Ecosphere, 10(2): e02582. DOI: 10.1002/ecs2.2582.

ID: 66671
Title: Diversity and Traditional Uses of Plant Products in Manipur's Valley Communities
Author: Napoleon Singh, Tahseen Fatima, M. R Khan, 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. 225-230 (2026)
Subject: Diversity and Traditional Uses of Plant Products in Manipur's Valley Communities
Keywords: Forest-derived resources, Medicinal plants, Manipur valley districts, Traditional knowledge, Biodiversity conservation.
Abstract: This ethnobotanical survey, conducted from April 2024 to March 2025, documented 62 taxa of medicinal and edible plants from the valley districts of Manipur (Imphal East, Imphal West, Thoubal, and Bishnupur), recording their scientific and local names, families, growth habits, plant parts used, preparation modes, and medicinal applications. Trees constituted the largest group (32.26%), followed by herbs (27.42%), shrubs (22.58%), and climbers (17.74%), reflecting the region's agro-mosaic landscape. Fabaceae (12.90%) and Moraceae (8.06%) were the most represented families, alongside moderately represented taxa such as Euphorbiaceae, Meliaceae, and Lamiaceae, with 18 families represented by single species. Leaves were the most frequently used plant part (33.87%), followed by fruits (17.74%) and whole plants (12.90%), indicating a preference for renewable resources that support sustainable harvesting. Juice was the dominant preparation method (27.42%), followed by paste (20.97%) and decoction (17.74%), suggesting a cultural and pharmacological preference for liquid forms. Medicinal uses were most common for digestive disorders (24.19%) and liver-related ailments (20.97%), followed by respiratory problems (16.13%). Several species served dual roles as food and medicine. The findings underscore the strong link between biodiversity, cultural heritage, and traditional healthcare in Manipur's valley districts. While the emphasis on renewable plant parts promotes sustainability, the reliance on certain families and species highlights the need for conservation strategies. Integrating ethnobotanical knowledge with phytochemical and pharmacological research could enhance both community health resilience and biodiversity preservation.
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Literature cited 1: Chanu N.R., Sen S., Kalita P. and Singh P.K. (2019). An ethnobotanical survey of medicinal plants used by ethnic people of Thoubal and Kakching district, Manipur, India. In Herbal Medicine in India (pp. 41–49). Cunningham A.B. (2001). Applied ethnobotany: People, wild plant use and conservation. Earthscan.
Literature cited 2: Devi M.R., Salam S., Dutta B.K. and Singh P.K. (2013). Wild edible and medicinal plants used by the Chiru tribe of Manipur. Pleione, 7(1): 1–7. Etkin N.L. and Ross P.J. (1982). Food as medicine and medicine as food: An adaptive framework for the interpretation of plant utilization among the Hausa of northern Nigeria. Social Science & Medicine, 16(17): 1559–1573.

ID: 66670
Title: Effect of Time of Seed Collection on Seed Germination and Seedling Vigour Index of Prunus cerasoides D. Don.
Author: Pitamber Singh Negi, Anita Chauhan, Gopal Singh
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. 219-224 (2026)
Subject: Effect of Time of Seed Collection on Seed Germination and Seedling Vigour Index of Prunus cerasoides D. Don.
Keywords: Collection Period, Germination Percent, Moisture Content, Seedling Vigour Index
Abstract: A study was undertaken to evaluate the effect of time of seed collection on the germination parameters and seedling vigour index of Prunus cerasoides D. Don under laboratory conditions. The seeds collected at 15-day intervals from 16th March, 2021 to 30th April, 2021 were subjected to germination testing to study the effect of time of seed collection on germination parameters, seedling length, and seedling vigour index. Significant differences were observed in seedling length and seedling vigour index of Prunus cerasoides seeds collected during different collection period, however, no significant differences were observed in the germination parameters of seeds collected during different collection periods. The findings revealed that seeds collected during the first fortnight of April exhibited the highest germination (91.33%), mean daily germination (2.77), germination value (2.31), germination energy (40.75%), germination speed (5.06%),seedling length (16.27 cm), and seedling vigour index (1485.94).The study further revealed that at the point of optimal maturity, the seed color was Brown Group 200Dand the moisture content was 6.15%, while the fruit colour was Red Group 41A. These characteristics suggest that first fortnight of April is the most favorable period for harvesting seeds to achieve maximum germination and seedling vigor. It is further recommended that seeds of Prunus cerasoides should be collected during first fortnight of April before their dispersal in the natural forest.
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Literature cited 1: Abdul-Baki A.A. and Anderson J.D. (1973). Vigour determination in soybean seed by multiple criteria. Crop Science, 13(6): 630-633. Aslam M., Dutt V., Qaiser K.N., Husaini A.M., Mir A.A., Bhat B.A., Khan P.A., Bhat G.M. and Mir R.A. (2024). A study on seed maturity indices of Ulmus wallichiana Planchon in Kashmir. International Journal of Advanced Biochemistry Research, 8(10): 1542-1547.
Literature cited 2: Bhardwaj S.D., Sharma S. and Panwar P. (2002). Standardization of date of collection and mother tree diameter class for harvesting Albizia chinensis seeds. Seed Research, 30(1): 30-35. Czabator F. J. (1962). Germination value: an index combining speed and completeness of Pine seed germination. Forest Science, 8: 386-396.

ID: 66669
Title: Malaxis muscifera, a potent, Rarely appreciated Ashtavarga Herb: Characteristics, Scope and Medicinal Market
Author: Dheerani A., Divya M., Daiay S. S., Priya P.
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2026
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 152 (2) Feb 26 Pg No. 213-217 (2026)
Subject: Malaxis muscifera, a potent, Rarely appreciated Ashtavarga Herb: Characteristics, Scope and Medicinal Market
Keywords: None
Abstract: It has been reported that nearly 700 plant species are currently utilized by pharmaceutical industries in India, highlighting the continued dependence on plant-based resources. Among the medicinal plants of the Himalayas, the group known as Ashtavarga occupies a special position due to its inclusion in several classical Ayurvedic formulations. However, increasing demand, habitat degradation, and unregulated harvesting have resulted in a rapid decline of natural populations of Ashtavarga plants.
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Literature cited 1: Balkrishna A., Mishra R.K., Sharma N., Sharma V.K. and Misra L. (2018). Phytochemical, Botanical and Biological Paradigm of Ashtavarga Plants- The Ayurvedic Rejuvenators. Journal of Natural & Ayurvedic Medicine, 2(6): 1-24. Chauhan R.S., Nautiyal M.O., Parsad P. and Purohit H. (2008). Ecological features of an endangered medicinal orchid Malaxis muscifera (Lindley) Kuntze in Western Himalaya. The McAllen International Orchid Society Journal, 9: 8-12.
Literature cited 2: Deva S. and Naithani H.B. (1986). The Orchid Flora of North West Himalaya. New Delhi: Print and Media Associates. Dokalaa S.S., Shivaprasad K., Gavirni S.C., Tumukunde J., Battula V.P., Dammati S.J., Shreya G. and Ranwas R.S. (2023). Phytochemical Screening of Malaxis Muscifera Root Extract. International Journal of Advanced Research, 11(10): 10031006.

ID: 66668
Title: Improvement in Seed Germination through Polyethylene Glycol Mediated Osmopriming in Himalayan Ivy (Hedera nepalensis)
Author: Vikas Yadav Patade, Nirbhay Singh
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2026
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 152 (2) Feb 26 Pg No. 210-212 (2026)
Subject: Improvement in Seed Germination through Polyethylene Glycol Mediated Osmopriming in Himalayan Ivy (Hedera nepalensis)
Keywords: None
Abstract: Himalayan ivy (Hedera nepalensis K Koch) fam. Araliaceae is an ecologically important evergreen perennial climber of h Himalayan region. The plant climbs over rocks and tree trunks with the help of adventitious roots. Leaves are leathery and dark-green in color. Flowers are tiny and yellowish-green in color,bisexual ,with 5 elliptic petals. Fruit is a drupe, flattened, and turns orange on maturity.
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Literature cited 1: Farashah H.D., Afshari R.T., Sharifzadeh F. and Chavoshinasab A. (2011). Germination improvement and (alpha)-amylase and (Beta)-1, 3-glucanase activity in dormant and nondormant seeds of Oregano (Origanum vulgare). Austr J Crop Sci., 5: 421-427. Goswami A., Banerjee R. and Raha S. (2013). Drought resistance in rice seedlings conferred by seed priming: role of the anti-oxidant defense mechanisms. Protoplasma, 250: 11151129.
Literature cited 2: Jafri L., Saleem S., Ullah N. and Mirza B. (2017). In-vitro assessment of antioxidant potential and determination of polyphenolic compounds of Hedera nepalensis K. Koch. Arabian Journal of Chemistry, 10: S3699–S3706. Jisha K., Vijayakumari K. and Puthur J.T. (2013). Seed priming for abiotic stress tolerance: an overview. Acta Physiologiae Plantarum, 35: 1381–1396.

ID: 66667
Title: Two New Angiosperm Records from Upper Gangetic Plains, Northern India
Author: Revan Y. Chaudhari, Umama Khan, Tanveer A. Khan, Onkar R. Salunkhe, Ruchi Badola, Syed Ainul Hussain
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2026
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 152 (2) Feb 26 Pg No. 205-209 (2026)
Subject: Two New Angiosperm Records from Upper Gangetic Plains, Northern India
Keywords: None
Abstract: Ecological character of a wetland serves a s a fundamental tool for its management and sustainability; this understanding is incomplete until enumeration and inventorization of species diversity present in that particular landscape. Located in Muzaffarnagar district of Uttar Pradesh, Haiderpur Wetland was declared as Ramsar site in 2021 and is among the state's ten recognized Ramsar sites.
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Literature cited 1: Bhat K. (2013). Cyperus surinamensis Rottb. (Cyperaceae): A new record for India. Indian Journal of Forestry, 36: 365–366. https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps1000‐2013‐FLITNR Garg A. (2019). Flora of Saheed Chandra Shekhar Azad Bird Sanctuary, Uttar Pradesh. Pp. 127, Botanical Survey of India, Kolkata.
Literature cited 2: Jadhav M.R., Chaudhari R.Y. and Khan T.A. (2025). Bonnaya gracilis a novel find for the flora of Uttarakhand, India. Journal of Threatened Taxa, 17(11): 27997–28000. https://doi.org/10.11609/jott.9884.17.11.27997-28000 Jena N., Sahu S., Tudu S. and Priyadarshini S. (2024). Cyperus surinamensis Rottb. (Cyperaceae): A new record for Eastern Ghats, India. Nelumbo, 66: 130–131. https://doi.org/10.20324/nelumbo/v66/2024/173069

ID: 66666
Title: New Record of Isodon longitubus from India
Author: Joynath Pegu, Vieneite-O Koza, Kongotsho-U Pulo, Gyati Yam
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2026
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 152 (2) Feb 26 Pg No. 202-204 (2026)
Subject: New Record of Isodon longitubus from India
Keywords: None
Abstract: (Isodon) Schrad.exBenth) Spach a genius belonging to the family Lamiaceae comprising approximately 100-150 species of aromatic. Often glandular-pubescent herbs and subshrubs distributed throughout tropical and subtropical Asia, with centers of diversity in China and Eastern Himalayas (Wu and Li,1977, Hanley et al,2004, Li and Hedge,1994.
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Literature cited 1: Hara H. (1972). On the Asiatic species of the genus Rabdosia (Lamiaceae). Shokubutsu Kenkyu Zasshi, 47: 193–203. Harley R.M., Atkins S., Budantsev A.L., Cantino P.D., Conn B.J., Grayer R., Harley M.M., Kok R., Krestovskaja T., Morales R., Paton A.J., Ryding O. and Upson T. (2004). Labiatae. In: Kadereit, J.W., Ed., Flowering Plants. Dicotyledons. The Families and Genera of Vascular Plants, Springer, Berlin, 7: 167-275.
Literature cited 2: Li H.W., and Hedge IC. (1994). Isodon (Schrader ex Bentham) Spach. In: Wu ZY, Raven PH, Hong DY. (Eds) Flora of China, vol.17. Science Press, Beijing. and Missouri Botanical Garden Press, St. Louis, Missouri, 269–291. Wu, C. Y., and Li, H. W. (1977). Rabdosia (Bl.) Hassk. Flora reipublicae popularis sinicae, 66: 416-534.

ID: 66665
Title: Discovery of the Great Indian Bustard in Prehistoric Rock Art of Ratapani Tiger Reserve: Insights into its Historical Distribution and Cultural Significance
Author: D. P. Srivastava, Happy Srivastava
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2026
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 152 (2) Feb 26 Pg No. 198-201 (2026)
Subject: Discovery of the Great Indian Bustard in Prehistoric Rock Art of Ratapani Tiger Reserve: Insights into its Historical Distribution and Cultural Significance
Keywords: None
Abstract: Despite ongoing conservation efforts and recovery plans (Dutta et al.,2013), there is a significant lack of foundational data on its distribution, including historical range, and habitat dependencies.
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Literature cited 1: Champion H.G. and Seth S.K. (1968). A revised survey of the forest types of India. Manager of publications. Mathpal Y.D. (1984). Prehistoric Rock Paintings of Bhimbetka. Abhinav Publications, New Delhi.
Literature cited 2: Dubey-Pathak M. (2014). The rock art of the Bhimbetka Area in India. Adoranten, 5.

ID: 66664
Title: New Distribution Record of Solanum sisymbriifolium Lam. (SOLANACEAE) from Telangana, India
Author: J. Shashikanth, S. Mugendhiran, A. Vijayabhaskar Reddy, M. Murali, K. Karunaidhasan, Megha
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2026
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 152 (2) Feb 26 Pg No. 193-197 (2026)
Subject: New Distribution Record of Solanum sisymbriifolium Lam. (SOLANACEAE) from Telangana, India
Keywords: None
Abstract: Solanum is a large and diversified genus belonging to family Solanaceae possessing more than a thousand number of species distributed through the world (Bohs and Olmtead,1997). Genus contains of many economical important species widely distributed through tropical and temperate regions, with centres of diversity in Central and South America and Australia over 1250 species (Edmonds,1978; Darcy,1991; Mabberly 2008).
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Literature cited 1: Bhellum B.L. (2019). Three new records for the flora of Jammu and Kashmir State, India. Indian J. Pl. Sci., 8(2): 20–24. Bohs L. and Olmstead R.G. (1997). Phylogenetic relationships in Solanum (Solanaceae) based on ndhF sequences. Systematic Botany, 22: 5–17.
Literature cited 2: Darcy W.G. (1991). The Solanaceae since 1976, with a Review of its Biogeography. In: Hawkes, J.G., Lester, R.N., Nee, M. and Estrada, N. (eds.) Solanaceae III: Taxonomy, Chemistry and Evolution. Academic Press, London 75 – 137. Das S.N. and Janardhana K.P. (1982). A note on the occurrence of Solanum sisymbriifolium Lamk.in West Bengal. Indian J. Forest, 5(3): 251–253.

ID: 66663
Title: Lecanthus obtusa: A New Addition to the Flora of Madhya Pradesh
Author: Manan Bansal, Santosh Yadav,Rashmi Yadav
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2026
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 152 (2) Feb 26 Pg No. 190-192 (2026)
Subject: Lecanthus obtusa: A New Addition to the Flora of Madhya Pradesh
Keywords: Madhya Pradesh, Pachmarhi Biosphere Reserve, Urticaceae, Lecanthus obtusus (Royle) Hand. -Mazz.
Abstract: Lecanthus is a small yet district genus within family Urticaceae, comprising annual or perennial herbs. The genus is distributed across tropical Africa, tropical and subtropical Asia, and extends to the southwestern public region (Chen et al,2003). our species are recognized within the genus Lecanthus, of which Lecanthus obtusa (Royle) Hand-Mazz and Lecanthus Peduncularis (Royle) Wedd, are reported from India (Murti and Pusalkar,2020).
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Literature cited 1: Chen J., Lin Q., Friis I., Wilmot-Dear C.M. and Monro A.K. (2003). Urticaceae. In Z. Y. Wu, P. H. Raven, & D. Y. Hong (Eds.), Flora of China (Vol. 5, pp. 76–189). Science Press; Missouri Botanical Garden Press.
Literature cited 2: Mukherjee A.K. (1984). Flora of Pachmarhi & Bori Reserves. Botanical Survey of India, Department of Environment, Government of India.

ID: 66662
Title: A Checklist of Angiosperm Flora of Lateritic Hillock of Thoranamalai, Tamil Nadu, India
Author: S. Ramarajan, Laxmanan Prakash, A. Saravana Gandhi
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2026
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 152 (2) Feb 26 Pg No. 179-189 (2026)
Subject: A Checklist of Angiosperm Flora of Lateritic Hillock of Thoranamalai, Tamil Nadu, India
Keywords: Thoranamalai, Tenkasi, Flora, Checklist, Tamil Nadu.
Abstract: The paper deals with the floral diversity of Thoranamalai hills of Tenkasi district, Tamil Nadu. In the present study, 428 taxa belonging to 264 genera, represented 69 families were recorded. Out of 428 species, herbs were predominant followed by trees, shrubs, grasses and climbers. The families with the greatest number of species included Poaceae (54 species), Fabaceae (38 species), Euphorbiaceae (27 species), Rubiaceae (20 species), Malvaceae (18 species) and Acanthaceae (18 species) and represent over 41% of the species collected.
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Literature cited 1: Arachi J.K. (1978). Weeds - a monograph on weeds of Tamil Nadu. Palms publication Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu. Beddome R.H. (1877). The forest and flora of Tirunelvelly district. Indian Forester,3: 19-25. Filgueiras T.S., Nogueira P.E., Brochado A.L. and Guala G.F.
Literature cited 2: (1994). Caminhamento: um métodoexpedito para levantamentos florísticos qualitativos. Cadernos de Geociências,12: 39-43. Gamble J.S. and Fischer C.E.C. (1915-1935). Flora of Presidency of Madras, Adlard and Son, London. pp. 1-3.

ID: 66661
Title: Study of Biological Spectrum of the Forest in Joypur of Bankura District, West Bengal, India.
Author: Tripti Bouri
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2026
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 152 (2) Feb 26 Pg No. 172-178 (2026)
Subject: Study of Biological Spectrum of the Forest in Joypur of Bankura District, West Bengal, India.
Keywords: Biological spectrum, Life-forms, Flora, Phytoclimate, Bankura District.
Abstract: Joypur, is a green vegetational patch in Bankura District a place with a tropical dry deciduous type of forest covering an area of 142 hectares. The present work deals with preparation of its biological spectrum on the basis of its 107 species of angiosperms and 9 species of pteridophytes. Biological spectrum of the area in comparison with Raunkiaer's normal spectrum revealed phanerophytes to dominate the scenario as is usual in a tropical monsoonic biome. Much higher value of chamaephyte speaks for ongoing care to maintain their existance away from predation and trampling by larger herbivorous wild life as well as from unauthorised grazing. A decline in the number of hemicryptophytes is to be considered seriously and special care must be taken about them for ecorestoration. An enhancement of hemicryptophytes is envisaged to ensure nature's economy mainly through prevention of soil erosion. The cryptophytes shows the value much higher than the normal spectrum . Thus , the forest of Joypur reflects a phanerochamaephytic type of phytoclimate.
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