ID: 53482
Title: GIS based forest cover change analysis of S.P.S.P. Forest range, Pirpanjal Forest division, Jammu and Kashmir
Author: Humayun Rashid, Gowhar Naseem, Majid Faroq, Tufail Mohideen and Arif Amin
Editor: Dr. V.R.R. Singh
Year: 2010
Publisher: The Indian Forester, Vol 136, No 7, July 2010
Source: Centre for Ecological Science,Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore-12
Reference: None
Subject: Forestry
Keywords: Geometric correction, Radiometric correction, confusion matrix, kappa analysis
Abstract: GIS Based Forest Cover Change analysis of S.P.S.P. Forest range, Pirpanjal Forest Division, Jammu & Kashmir presents one of the worst examples of forests vandalization in J & K State. The area has been one of the worst affected forest areas in Kashmir valley due to deforestation. The present study shows how forest cover has changed over the period 1994-2004 in the area. The area is located between 740-23 ' E to 740 -35 ' E longitude and 330-49 ' E to 340-02 ' E latitude. In this study, Landsat -5TM digital satellite data pertaining to the year October, 1994 and IRS ID LISS-III digital data pertaining to the year 2004 was used in the assessment of the loss of fores cover in the area. Standard Forest Cover classification system as provided by Forest Survey of India was used in the study. Further, the analysis was conducted using digital classification algorithms in ERDAS imagin e software package. Detailed Ground Truth verification was also conducted and the image characteristics were co-related with the classification results. During Ground verification it was found that the construction material was being illegally transported by the encroachers deep into the forest areas already clear felled during the last two decades. Compartment 16 of the Forest Range was found to be completely clear-felled during the period.
Location: 241
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ID: 53481
Title: Wood anatomy of Indian shrubs: Part-I Family Lamiaceae
Author: Seema Bhandari, Sangeeta Gupta, Anuj Kumar and Naveen Kumar
Editor: Dr. V.R.R. Singh
Year: 2010
Publisher: The Indian Forester, Vol 136, No 7, July 2010
Source: Centre for Ecological Science,Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore-12
Reference: None
Subject: Forestry
Keywords: Lamiaceae, Wood anatomy, Indian shrubs
Abstract: The present study deals with detailed wood microstructure of the family Lamiaceae from India. 4 species belonging to 4 genera of Lamiaceae have been described on the basis of their detailed wood microstructure, salient diagnostic features and photomicrographs. An identification key based on anatomical features has been developed for the separation of the species of this family. These species have quite different wood structure and are easily separable. However, these differences suggest unnatural classification of the family.
Location: 241
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ID: 53480
Title: Studies on flowering behavior and seed characteristics of Dendrocalamus giganteus
Author: Parvez Jalil and P.K.Shukla
Editor: Dr. V.R.R. Singh
Year: 2010
Publisher: The Indian Forester, Vol 136, No 7, July 2010
Source: Centre for Ecological Science,Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore-12
Reference: None
Subject: Forestry
Keywords: Flowering behavior, Seed characteristics, Dendrocalamus giganteus
Abstract: A peculiar phenomenon, after flowering has been observed in Dendrocalamus giganteus. After flowering in February, 2005, the clumps continued its growth through emergence of new clumps till 2008. The average seed weight per clump was 55.53 + 6.21mg and average germination was 53 percent. The fruit/seed setting was very poor.
Location: 241
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ID: 53479
Title: Influence of seed fortification treatment with inorganic nutrients and growth regulators on seed and seedling quality characteristics in bamboo (Bambusa bambosa)
Author: K. Krishnaveni, I. Sekar, P.Arul Rajan and M.Govinda Rao
Editor: Dr. V.R.R. Singh
Year: 2010
Publisher: The Indian Forester, Vol 136, No 7, July 2010
Source: Centre for Ecological Science,Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore-12
Reference: None
Subject: Forestry
Keywords: Seed size, fortification, inorganic nutrients, growth regulators, invigoration, germination, vigour index, nursery establishment
Abstract: The best graded seeds (big and medium sized) were fortified with inorganic nutrients viz., Na2HPO4, K2HPO4, KCl, KNO3, CuSO4, K2SO4, ZnSO4 and with water soaking in two different concentration viz., one and two percent, respectively for 24 hours. Among the nutrients, seeds fortified with 1% KNO3 recorded the maximum germination percentage (82%) and vigour index (1092) than control which recorded 53% germination and 345 vigour index respectively. Significantly the highest nursery establishment after 21 days enhanced the germination by 42%. Similarly the same seeds subjected to seed fortification with growth regulators like IBA, BA and GA, and kinetin with 100 and 200 ppm concentration for 24 hours enhanced the germination and seedling emergence. Seed fortified with 100 ppm GA, recorded 34% increases in germination than the control at laboratory. Similarly the nursery establishment of seedlings afte 21 days recorded maximum germination of 79% with the vigour index of 3771 than the control with 34% germination and vigour index, respectively.
Location: 241
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ID: 53478
Title: Vegetation propagation of Rhododendron arboreum Sm. using Fre-wire technique
Author: Peerzada Ishtiyak Ahmad and Lokho Puni
Editor: Dr. V.R.R. Singh
Year: 2010
Publisher: The Indian Forester, Vol 136, No 7, July 2010
Source: Centre for Ecological Science,Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore-12
Reference: None
Subject: Forestry
Keywords: Rhododendron , vegetative propogation and FRI-Wire Technique
Abstract: Vegetative propagation of R. arboreum was carried out successfully using FRI-Wire technique and root inducing hormones (IAA and NAA at the concentrations of 1000 ppm and 2500 ppm each). IAA at 2500 ppm gave highest percentage of rooting (66.66%) in the month of April.
Location: 241
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ID: 53477
Title: Solanum surattense Burm.F.(Solanaceae): An ethnomedicine for the treatment of dental caries
Author: Dinesh Jadhav
Editor: Dr. V.R.R. Singh
Year: 2010
Publisher: The Indian Forester, Vol 136, No 7, July 2010
Source: Centre for Ecological Science,Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore-12
Reference: None
Subject: Forestry
Keywords: Ethno-medicine, Solanum surattense, Dental caries, Bhil tribe
Abstract: Solanum surattense Burm. f. (Solanaceae) has been found to be very effective for the treatment of Dental caries or tooth decay. This valuable ethnomedicinal plant is interestingly used by the Bhil tribe of Ratlam district (Madhya Pradesh) to cure their teeth troubles.
Location: 241
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ID: 53476
Title: Taxonomic study on blue-green algal community on the forest floor from hilly regions fo Darjeeling
Author: Narottam Dey, Banani Banerjee adn Avijit Ghatak
Editor: Dr. V.R.R. Singh
Year: 2010
Publisher: The Indian Forester, Vol 136, No 7, July 2010
Source: Centre for Ecological Science,Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore-12
Reference: None
Subject: Forestry
Keywords: Blue-green algae, filament, forest floor, morpho-taxonomy
Abstract: Present study represents morpho-taxonomy and diversity of a number of terrestrial Blue-green algae inhabiting on forest floor in hilly regions of Darjeeling. A total of five genera and 11 species were identified and characterized.
Location: 241
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ID: 53475
Title: Carbon and nutrient cycling in two Central Himalayan Sal (Shorea robusta Gaertn.) forests
Author: B.S. Rana, R.K. Khanna and S.K.Verma
Editor: Dr. V.R.R. Singh
Year: 2010
Publisher: The Indian Forester, Vol 136, No 7, July 2010
Source: Centre for Ecological Science,Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore-12
Reference: None
Subject: Forestry
Keywords: Shorea robusta, Carbon and nutrient cycling, Central Himalayan Sal forests
Abstract: Carbon and nutrient budgets for two Central Himalayan Sal (Shorea robusta Gaertn.) forests (Sal old growth and new growth forests) are described. The total Carbon storage in Sal old growth forest (379 t Cha-1) was greater than Sal new growth forest (242 t Cha-1). However, net primary productivity values (9.3-10.1 t Cha-1yr-1) revealed almost similar potential of both forests. Of the total carbon uptake in ecosystem, the net accumulation accounted for 33%. Of the total nutrient storage in two forests, vegetation pool accounted for 53-54% N; 67.72%, P; 90-93%, K; 18034% Ca; and 77-78% Na. The net primary productivity and nutrient uptake in Sal new growth forest were higher than that of old growth forest, irrespective of nutrient storage in biomass. The tota nutrient uptake (kg ha-1yr-1) by the vegetation was: 155-178N; 13-15P; 73-85K; 119-135 Ca; and 7-8 Na in two forests. Under relatively undisturbed condition, Central Himalayan Sal forests are efficient carbon sink and nutrient rich ecosystems.
Location: 241
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ID: 53474
Title: Productivity enhancement in teak plantations
Author: Ram Prakash and P.K.Shukla
Editor: Dr. V.R.R. Singh
Year: 2010
Publisher: The Indian Forester, Vol 136, No 7, July 2010
Source: Centre for Ecological Science,Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore-12
Reference: None
Subject: Forestry
Keywords: Teak (Tectona grandis), productivity enhancement, plantation technology, disease and pest management
Abstract: India has the largest share (44%) of teak plantations but the average recorded productivity of India ' s forest is 0.5 cum/ha/yr as compared to the world average of 2.5 cum/ha/yr while the potential productivity of Indian Forest is estimated as 11.5 cum/ha/yr. Significant developments have taken place in standardizing plantation techniques, perfecting harvesting and post harvest utilization methods and tree improvement. Plantation technology, silvicultural practices, disease and pest management, tree improvement, genetic improvements and protection etc. plays an important role in enhancing the forest productivity. Silvicultural practices like site selection, spacing, thinning methods, rotation age and harvesting have been refined, yet the productivity of plantations is low. Recent studies conducted on teak growing with irrigation, fertilizer application and management revealed the possibility of reducing the rotation to 25-30 years period with increase in productivity as against the dry teak plantation.
Location: 241
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ID: 53473
Title: Estimation of breeding values from AF2 progeny trial and recurrent selection of genotypes in Eucalyptus tereticornis Smith for F3 generation breeding program
Author: Sumita Sircar and H.C.Sindhu Veerendra
Editor: Dr. V.R.R. Singh
Year: 2010
Publisher: The Indian Forester, Vol 136, No 7, July 2010
Source: Centre for Ecological Science,Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore-12
Reference: None
Subject: Forestry
Keywords: Seedling seed orchard, Variation, growth components, general combining ability, recurrent selection, genotype, Eucalyptus tereticornis
Abstract: A Eucalyptus tereticornis F2 generation progeny trial was established at Midnapore, West Bengal for recurrent selection for fast growth from 49 families. The parents were selected from seedling seed orchards and seedling seed production areas in Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Pondicherry. The progenies exhibited a good amount of population variation in the form of CV and ANOVA revealed intra-specific variation in all growth components indicating canalization of growth factors from parents and sufficient diversity within the population which can be exploited for further improvement (total height- p = 0.003 and girth at collar -p = 0.001). General combining ability and breeding values obtained from best linear unprediction were estimated for total height and girth at collar. The growth components showed wide ranges in these parameters suggesting a good interaction between alleles. A recurrent selection was made with ten best parents having highest breeding for synthesizing F3 generation breeding population.
Location: 241
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ID: 53472
Title: Dominance, diversity and species richness of tree species along an altitudinal gradient of a catchment of Garhwal Himalaya
Author: Rohit Devlal and Neelam Sharma
Editor: Dr. V.R.R. Singh
Year: 2010
Publisher: The Indian Forester, Vol 136, No 7, July 2010
Source: Centre for Ecological Science,Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore-12
Reference: None
Subject: Forestry
Keywords: Mandakini, Catchment, diversity, density, Importance Value Index
Abstract: The present paper highlights the dominance, diversity and species richness of tree species along an altitudinal gradient of Mandakini catchment of Garhwal Himalaya. A total number of six forest stands were selected along an altitudinal gradient of Mandakini catchment. The study revealed that Density (trees/ha) and Total basal area (m2/ha) values of the selected stands ranged between 2084 and 600 trees/ha and 53.44 -29.36 m2/ha.
Maximum density 2084 trees/ha recorded for the forest stand IV and minimum 600 trees/ha for stand VI of Mandakini catchment. All the selected forest stands of the catchment area could be designated as broad-leaved mixed temperate forest. Rhododendron arborium is the common species in all the selected stands of the catchment except the forest stands III and Stand VI. Shannon-Wiener diversity index ranged between 1.16 and 1.66. Concentration of dominance showed reverse trend to diversity index. Heighest number of tree species (6) was recorded in forest stand V and I. Stand III and VI are the most similar sites of the study area.
Location: 241
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ID: 53471
Title: Special plantation drive in Bundelkhand region of Uttar Pradesh-Lessons learnt
Author: D.R.Palsaniya, Ramesh Singh, R.K.Singh and S.K. Dhyani
Editor: Dr. V.R.R. Singh
Year: 2010
Publisher: The Indian Forester, Vol 136, No 7, July 2010
Source: Centre for Ecological Science,Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore-12
Reference: None
Subject: Forestry
Keywords: Plantation drive, livelihood, saplings, Environmental Sustainability
Abstract: It is clear from the above discussion that such a large venture should be planned with bottom-top approach with local perception and well in advance for harnessing full benefits and better results, transparency and accountability. Such massive plantation drive helps in enriching the environment by conserving natural resources and provide livelihood security to the poor in the region in the form of greater employment opportunities during lean period and future supply of tree products.
Location: 241
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ID: 53470
Title: Effect of storage conditions and chip thickness on Katha and cutch yield
Author: Amol Vasishth, A.N. Kaushal, Vipan Guleria and S.B.S.Pandey
Editor: Dr. V.R.R. Singh
Year: 2010
Publisher: The Indian Forester, Vol 136, No 7, July 2010
Source: Centre for Ecological Science,Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore-12
Reference: None
Subject: Forestry
Keywords: Acacia catechu, Heartwood, Katha and cutch yield
Abstract: Acacia catechu Willd is valuable tree found in sub Himalayan tract to the Indus, eastward to Assam and throughout the peninsular in the drier regions ascending up to 900m and sometimes found at 1200m amsl. Heart wood of Acacia catechu (khair) is used for extraction of katha and cutch. To evaluate the losses during storage and how losses cna be minimized, khair wood were kept in three different storage conditions viz. shade, shade with end bee wax coating and some blocks of wood were kept in open. To see the effect of heartwood thickness on the yield of katha, the heart wood was converted into small chips having four thicknesses. The maximum yield of katha was obtained from blocks coated with end bee wax and minimum in blocks kept in the open, as moisture content in the heartwood facilitates the extraction. Maximum katha yield was obtained in first month of storage and minimum in fifth month of storage. Katha yield also decreased with increase in chips thickness. The time of extraction is also reduced in case of lesser thickness due to quicker imbibitions of water. However, yield of cutch percentage is not affected by moisture content in the wood. Maximum cutch yeild was obtained in wood blocks, kept in shade followed by blocks end coated with bee wax and minimum in open stored wood.
Location: 241
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ID: 53469
Title: Genetic divergence between half-sib families under different environments in Albizzia lebbeck Benth
Author: Afaq Majid Wani, B.S.Hmannihring and M.Deka
Editor: Dr. V.R.R. Singh
Year: 2010
Publisher: The Indian Forester, Vol 136, No 7, July 2010
Source: Centre for Ecological Science,Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore-12
Reference: None
Subject: Forestry
Keywords: Genetic Divergence, D2 Statistics, Cluster, Albizzia lebbeck
Abstract: Ten half-sib progenies of Albizzia lebbeck belonging to different places of Allahabad regions were sown in glasshouse and field condition with a view to assess the impact of two different environments on the expression of genetic diversity using non-hierarchial Euclidean cluster analysis. Superior tree progenies were grouped into four clusters under glasshouse as well as in field atmosphere. Families of plus tree S9 and S10 formed one cluster both under glasshouse and field back ground. Inter cluster distance was found to be highest between cluster IV and II (59.06) under green house whereas, under field condition cluster III and I showed maximum (51.80) inter cluster distance. Within a cluster showed low intra-cluster distance (<1.681), under both teh environments, revealing their genetic closeness. Leaf area followed by seedling height contributed maximum to the total divergence and played a predominant role in creating the genetic diversity.
Location: 241
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ID: 53468
Title: Some rare and threatened plants of Sitamata Wildlife Sanctuary, Rajasthan
Author: Anita Jain, S.S.Katewa and P.K. Galav
Editor: Dr. V.R.R. Singh
Year: 2010
Publisher: The Indian Forester, Vol 136, No 7, July 2010
Source: Centre for Ecological Science,Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore-12
Reference: None
Subject: Forestry
Keywords: Sitamata Wildlife Sanctuary, Rare, Endangered, Threatened
Abstract: The present study has been carried out in Sitamata Wildlife Sanctuary which is situated in Chittorgarh and Udaipur district of Southern region of Rajasthan. An extensive field survey of the study area was carried out during the year 2002-05. It reveals large number of threatened species, occurring wild in various habitats of the Sanctuary. A list of 39 rare and threatened plant species belonging to 36 genera and 24 families have been reported along with their local name, family, ecology, population and their present status.
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