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ID: 66620
Title: Growth, Biomass and Rooting Behaviour of Selected Fast Growing Tree Species in Irrigated Agroecosystem
Author: S. K. Chauhan, Rajni Sharma,H.S. Saralch, Varun Attri
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2025
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 151 (12) Dec. 25 Pg No. 1132-1139 (2025)
Subject: Growth, Biomass and Rooting Behaviour of Selected Fast Growing Tree Species in Irrigated Agroecosystem
Keywords: Short rotation species, Growth dynamics, Biomass, Rooting behaviour, Canopy, Agroecosystem
Abstract: Understanding the growth dynamics and root architecture of fast growing tree species is essential for optimizing agroforestry systems, particularly in irrigated environments. This study evaluated the above and below ground growth characteristics, biomass accumulation, and rooting patterns of fifteen short rotation tree species over a period of 2.5 and 3.5 years under uniform site conditions in Punjab, India. The highest above ground biomass was observed in Gmelina arborea (clonal), Populus deltoides and Eucalyptus tereticornis (clonal), indicating superior productivity potential. Rooting behaviour varied widely among species, with vegetatively propagated trees exhibiting dominant horizontal root spread and indigenous species such as Acacia nilotica and Ailanthus excelsa displaying deeper vertical roots but lower biomass accumulation. The shoot to root biomass ratio and canopy to root spread ratios differed significantly among species, with implications for water and nutrient competition in agroforestry systems. This study emphasizes the importance of species-specific root and shoots traits in selecting suitable trees for integrated land use planning, with potential applications in carbon sequestration, soil health improvement, and sustainable agroecosystem management.
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Literature cited 1: Anon. (2011). Tackle climate change: use wood. 84p. www.ceibois.org. Cannell M.G.R. and Willet S.C. (1976). Shoot growth phenology, dry matter distribution and root: shoot ratios of provenances of Populus trichocarpa, Picea sitchensis and Pinus contorta growing in Scotland. Silvae Genetica, 25: 40-59.
Literature cited 2: Chaturvedi O.P. and Das D.K. (2002). Studies on rooting patterns of 5 year-old important agroforestry tree species in North Bihar, India. Forests Trees and Livelihoods, 12: 329-339. Chaturvedi O.P., Das O.K. and Jha A.N. (1992). Biomass and net production of five 15 month old multipurpose tree species in North Bihar, India. Nitrogen Fixing Tree Research Report, 10: 47-50.

ID: 66619
Title: Study of Bhutan's Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) event on Jaldapara National Park, West Bengal and Mitigation Measures regarding it
Author: Akash Verma
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2025
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 151 (12) Dec. 25 Pg No. 1123-1131 (2025)
Subject: Study of Bhutan's Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) event on Jaldapara National Park, West Bengal and Mitigation Measures regarding it
Keywords: Glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs), Jaldapara National Park, Bhutan himalayas, Climate change and Flood risk, Disaster mitigation strategies.
Abstract: Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) are major hydrological hazards in the eastern Himalayas, threatening downstream ecosystems like Jaldapara National Park (JNP) in West Bengal. This study investigates Bhutan's GLOF events and their impact on Jaldapara, located along the Torsa River and vulnerable to floods from glacial lakes in the Amochu, Phochu, and Mangchu basins. Combining climate science, hydrology, and conservation biology, the study analyzes historical flood data, satellite imagery, and river dynamics to assess past events and future risks. Findings reveal that climate-induced glacial lake expansion in Bhutan poses escalating threats to Jaldapara's ecosystem, including riverbank erosion, habitat loss, and disruption of wildlife, notably the Indian one-horned rhinoceros. The study recommends early warning systems, cross-border cooperation, structural reinforcements, and adaptive conservation strategies. Integrating disaster risk reduction with ecological planning, the research advocates for a holistic approach to enhance Jaldapara's resilience against GLOFs and ensure long term biodiversity conservation.
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Literature cited 1: Bajracharya S.R., Mool P.K. and Shrestha B.R. (2007). Impact of climate change on Himalayan glaciers and glacial lakes: Case studies on GLOF and associated hazards in Nepal and Bhutan, ICIMOD, Kathmandu. Carey M. (2012). In the Shadow of Melting Glaciers: Climate Change and Andean Society. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
Literature cited 2: Chandra Ghosh, Sumita Ghatak, Kishor Biswas, A.P. Das (2021). Status of tree diversity of the Jaldapara National Park in West Bengal, India; Trees, Forests and People, 3,100061, ISSN 2666-7193, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tfp.2020.100061. Chatterjee R., Basu R. and Sen D. (2023). Flash flood susceptibility mapping in Alipurduar district: A GIS-based approach, Natural Hazards and Earth System Sciences, 23(5): 987-1003. Doi:10.5194/nhess-23-987-2023.

ID: 66618
Title: Habitat shift of black kite (Milvus migrans) in response to easy availability of food in Municipal dumpers
Author: Fayaz Ahmad Ahanger, Sheikh Tanveer Salam, Mohammad Lateef
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2025
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 151 (11) Nov. 25 Pg No. 1119-1121 (2025)
Subject: Habitat shift of black kite (Milvus migrans) in response to easy availability of food in Municipal dumpers
Keywords: None
Abstract: Black kite is regarded as bird of prey which usually obtains its food by preying on animals like small birds, their young ones, bats, rodents, eggs, fish and also feeds upon on dead bodies of animals or animal parts whenever available (Narayanana,1989;Sharma and ,Soni ,2017).It is usually nests on large Chinar trees where egg laying and rearing of young one takes place. It has been observed that due to increasing urbanization a lot of garbage including wastes of animal origin like dead bodies of animal, animal parts,skins,and viscera of poultry and fish,hides of animals are collected in municipal dumpers (large dustbins).
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Literature cited 1: Blanco G. (1997). Role of refuse as food for migrant, floater and breeding Black Kites (Milvus migrans),J.Raptor Res., 31:71-76. Delibes M. (1975). Alimentacion del milano negro Milvus migrans en Donan Huelva ,Espana.Ardeolo,21:183-207.
Literature cited 2: Ferguson-Lees J. and Chirstie D.A. (2001).Raptors of the world.Houghton Miffin Company. New York. Geroudet P. (1965). Les rapaces dilumes et noctumes d' Europe Delachaux et Niestle, Neuchatel,Switerzerland.

ID: 66617
Title: Frequently used Plant Species Diversity along Disturbance Gradients in Behali Wildlife Sanctuary, Assam, Northeast India
Author: Imrana Laskar, Ranjit Dutta, Milu R. Das,S. I. Bhuyan
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2025
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 151 (11) Nov. 25 Pg No. 1114-1118 (2025)
Subject: Frequently used Plant Species Diversity along Disturbance Gradients in Behali Wildlife Sanctuary, Assam, Northeast India
Keywords: None
Abstract: Plants resources are the main significant source of rural people's livelihood, socio-economy, and it is related to the culture, traditions and human health. Local people mostly depend on the forest resources so much so that they constitute an integral component of the forest ecosystem of the region. This indigenous use technology also has a huge role in the conservation of native plants (Bhulyan and Laskar,2020). These renewable resources are excessively fond in the northeastern of India.
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Literature cited 1: Bhuyan S.I and Laskar I (2020). Traditional technology on Medicinal plant Used by Indigenous People of Behali Wildlife Sanctuary,Assam,North East India. Advances in Zoology and Botany, 8 (3):218-224. Bhuyan S.I, Tripathi O.P and Khan M.L. (2014). Soil characteristics, dynamics of microbial biomass: a study of hill agro-ecosytems, Eastern Himalaya, India.International Journal of Current Science,12:79-86.
Literature cited 2: Chatterjee D. (1939).Studies on the endemic flora of India and Burma J.Asiat.Soc.Bengal, Sci,5:19-67. Haridasn K. and Rao R.R. (1985). Forest Flora of Meghalaya. Bishen Singh and Mahendrapal Singh, Dehradun.

ID: 66616
Title: Lectotypification of Coelogyne pantlingii Lucksom
Author: Durga Kumar Pradhan
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2025
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 151 (11) Nov. 25 Pg No. 1112-1113 (2025)
Subject: Lectotypification of Coelogyne pantlingii Lucksom
Keywords: None
Abstract: Sikkim Himalaya is bestowed with the richness of orchids and has 529 species under 132 genera till date on record (Hara,1966,1971, Matty and Malti ,2024). Meanwhile, in the recent time, Luckson (2007) published a species Coelogyne partingii. In the protologue by Lucksom, the type specimens are clearly indicated in holotype at CAL, along with isotypes at K(collection Number Lucksom 456a) and Gangtok Forest dept. Herbarium (collection Number Lucksom 457b,c).
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Literature cited 1: Hara H. (1966). The Flora of Easteran Himalaya: Results of the Botanical Expedition to Eastern Himalaya. Part I. Organized by the University of Tokyo 1960 and 1963. University of Tokyo, Tokyo. Hara H. (1971). The Flora of Eastern Himalaya. Second Report, University Museum, University of Tokyo.
Literature cited 2: Lucksom S.Z. (2007). The Orchids of Sikkim and North East Himalaya. S.Z. Lucksom, Siliguri, India. Maity D. and Maiti G.G. (2024). Flora of Sikkim. A comprehensive Accounts of Angiosperms with Identification Keys. Vol. 3 Monocotyledons (Acoraceae–Zingiberaceae), Bishen Singh Mahendra Pal Singh, Dehra Dun, India. pp. 1342–1451.

ID: 66615
Title: Eco-physiological Observations on selected Grasses from Kheda District, Gujarat, India-Proline Estimation, pH Trends and Ecology of Selected Grasses from Kheda District
Author: Nupur A. Vijyanshi,Rupesh N. Nakar
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2025
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 151 (11) Nov. 25 Pg No. 1103-1111 (2025)
Subject: Eco-physiological Observations on selected Grasses from Kheda District, Gujarat, India-Proline Estimation, pH Trends and Ecology of Selected Grasses from Kheda District
Keywords: Grasses, Importance value index (IVI), Plant diversity, Pearson correlation analysis, Proline content, Soil parameters, Grassland ecosystems.
Abstract: Grasses play a vital role in ecosystems and human life. This study investigates the seasonal responses of 29 grass species in Kheda district, Gujarat, highlighting Cynodon dactylon L. as the most dominant species in both summer (IVI: 46.08) and winter (IVI: 21.23). Paniceae was the dominant tribe (35%), followed by Andropogoneae (21%), with others contributing 4–17%. Pearson correlation analysis showed strong seasonal links between physiological and environmental factors—e.g., Proline strongly correlated with EC and TDS in both seasons. Diversity indices revealed moderate dominance and uneven distribution in summer, while winter showed higher diversity and more even distribution. These findings deepen our understanding of seasonal plant dynamics and support future ecological and conservation efforts.
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Literature cited 1: Barnabás B., Jäger K. and Fehér A. (2008). The effect of drought and heat stress on reproductive processes in cereals. Plant, cell & environment, 31(1): 11-38. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-3040.2007.01727.x Bates L.S., Waldren R.A. and Teare I.D. (1973). Rapid determination of free proline for water-stress studies. Plant and soil, 39: 205-207. https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00018060.
Literature cited 2: Black A.L. (1973). Soil Property changes associated with crop residue management in a wheat fallow rotation. Soil Science Society of American Journal, 37: 943-946. Boyer J.S. and Westgate M.E. (2004). Grain yields with limited water. Journal of experimental botany, 55(407): 2385-2394. https://doi.org/10.1093/jxb/erh219

ID: 66614
Title: Macrofungal Assemblage in Itanagar Capital Complex of Arunachal Pradesh, India and Ethnomycological usage Pattern in Nyishi Tribe
Author: Karma Tashi Sherpa,Karuna Shrivastava
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2025
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 151 (11) Nov. 25 Pg No. 1086-1102 (2025)
Subject: Macrofungal Assemblage in Itanagar Capital Complex of Arunachal Pradesh, India and Ethnomycological usage Pattern in Nyishi Tribe
Keywords: Wild edible mushrooms, Diversity, Ethnomycology, Utilization, Local community.
Abstract: Macrofungi or mushrooms are central component of forest ecosystem that influence other life forms. Plant diversity rich areas are most favoured zones for macrofungi. Arunachal Pradesh, India, situated between the Eastern Himalaya and Indo-Burmese world's biodiversity hotspots, is also an important sub-centre for origin of wide variety of mushrooms. This paper deals with the mushroom diversity of Itanagar capital complex region of Arunachal Pradesh. A total of 641 fruiting bodies were collected and identified to 60 species, 45 genera, 24 families and 9 orders. The members of order Polyporales (43.3%) and Agaricales (46.5%) shared largest in total species diversity and family Polyporaceae (31.7%) was the most dominant. Pycnoporus cinnabarinus (135%) was most dominant species with highest Importance Value Index (8.67). Microporus xanthopus exhibited highest frequency (50%) and Trametes versicolor was most abundant species (59). The ethnic acquaintance and beliefs of Nyishi tribe was also documented. Ethnomycological information collected through questionnaire and personal interviews indicated use of 16 wild edible mushrooms commonly called here as 'Tayin' (also named as Ikhnuro, Indhi, Lolam Tayin, Pukhaso, Rubhj Tayin, Inya, Huhiun etc.) as food. The species used in medicine locally named as 'Heimey Yoru' are used for blood pressure control. The current data has revealed rich diversity and ethnic importance of wild mushrooms of Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh. This may help to promote future research on mushrooms and to make people aware of their importance in the region.
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Literature cited 1: Adekunle V.A.J. and Ajao K. (2005). Contributions of edible mushrooms (A non-timber forest product of tropical ecosystem) to rural livelihood in Oyo State, Nigeria, Pakistan Journal of Social Science, 3(5): 809-12. Alam N.B., Shetu F.A., Shuvo M.N., Jazib A. and Alam N. (2022). A checklist of wild mushroom diversity and distribution in the Jahangirnagar University campus area, Bangladesh, Jahangirnagar University Journal of Biological Sciences, 11(1-2): 41-67.
Literature cited 2: Andrew E.E., Kinge R.T., Tabi E.M., Thiobal N. and Mih A.M. (2013). Diversity and distribution of macrofungi (mushrooms) in the Mount Cameroon Region, Journal of Ecology and the Natural Environment, 5(10): 318-334. Ao T., Seb J., Ajungla T. and Deb C. (2016). Diversity of Wild Mushrooms in Nagaland, India, Open Journal of Forestry, 6: 404-419.

ID: 66613
Title: Status of Family Orchidaceae in Madhya Pradesh, India
Author: Sanjay Mishra,Neelima A. M.,B. Lakshmanudu,Vinay Ranjan
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2025
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 151 (11) Nov. 25 Pg No. 1079-1085 (2025)
Subject: Status of Family Orchidaceae in Madhya Pradesh, India
Keywords: Diversity, Madhya Pradesh, Orchidaceae.
Abstract: A checklist of the family Orchidaceae of Madhya Pradesh with updated taxonomy has been prepared to assess the diversity of the family in the state with updated taxonomy after the bifurcation of the state. The checklist has been prepared on the basis of the herbarium consultation (BSA) and the relevant literatures pertaining to the floristic diversity of the state. The checklist comprises 59 species under 27 genera. At the species level, maximum diversity has been recorded in genus Habenaria (11 species) Peristylis and Vanda (6 species each).
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Literature cited 1: India State of Forest Report, 2023. (ISFR 2023) https://fsi.nic.in/isfr19/vol2/isfr-2019-vol-ii-madhya-pradesh.pdf Khan S.S. (2016). The flora of Bhopal, its analysis and reassessment, Indian J. Applied & Pure Bio., 31(2): 203-217.
Literature cited 2: Kumar A. and Khanna K.K. (2001). Wild ornamental orchids of Madhya Pradesh India, Journal of Economic and Taxonomic Botany, 25(3): 523- 529.

ID: 66612
Title: Impact of Climate Change on the Distribution of Endemic orchid Habenaria grandifloriformis Blatt. & McCann in Peninsular India
Author: Yasaswinee Rout,Jeewan Singh Jalal
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2025
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 151 (11) Nov. 25 Pg No. 1069-1078 (2025)
Subject: Impact of Climate Change on the Distribution of Endemic orchid Habenaria grandifloriformis Blatt. & McCann in Peninsular India
Keywords: Climate change, Endemic, Peninsular India, Near threatened, MaxEnt
Abstract: The present study investigated the species distributional model of Habenaria grandifloriformis Blatt & McCann in Peninsular India using the MaxEnt model under two climate change scenarios (SSP2-4.5 & SSP5-8.5). Both primary (field surveys) and secondary data (herbarium & literature surveys), along with aspect, elevation, slope, and 19 bioclimatic variables, were used to determine the current and future habitat suitability of the species. A total of 249 occurrence records were taken into account, out of which 30% were used as training data. Of the total study area, 51332.33 km2 (2.93%) is highly suitable for the species. The model projects a substantial decrease in the future by 4.93% to 25.90% under SSP2-4.5 and 4.10% to 49.13% in SSP5-8.5 scenarios by 2090. A state-wise analysis indicates that Maharashtra has the highest suitable habitat and is projected to decrease in the future, except in 2040. The present study highlights that the Maximum Temperature of the Warmest Month (Bio5) and Annual precipitation (Bio12) were the most significant variables in the model, followed by Precipitation Seasonality (Bio15), which also contributed substantially to the species distribution. Moreover, Rajasthan is projected to have more than 100 km2 of suitable habitat under future climatic conditions in both scenarios. As the habitat of the species is severely threatened by tourism and other human activities, this study provides baseline data on probable suitable habitat to support conservationists in taking essential steps for the species' protection.
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Literature cited 1: Alarcón D., Santos D. and Arroyo M.T. (2023). Population Based Evidence of Climate Change Adaptation in an Endangered Plant Endemic to a Biodiversity Hotspot, Plants, 12(10): 2017. Ali F., Khan N., Khan A.M., Ali K. and Abbas F. (2023). “Species Distribution Modelling of Monotheca buxifolia (Falc.) A. DC.: Present Distribution and Impacts of Potential Climate Change.” Heliyon, 9(2): e13417. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.
Literature cited 2: oral D. and Moktan S. (2024). Modelling current and future potential distribution of medicinal orchids in Darjeeling eastern Himalaya. Plant Ecology, 225(3): 213-226. Chandra N., Singh G., Lingwal S., Jalal J.S., Bisht M.S., Pal V., Bisht M.P.S., Rawat B. and Tiwari L.M. (2022). Ecological niche modeling and status of threatened alpine medicinal plant Dactylorhiza hatagirea D. Don in Western Himalaya. Journal of Sustainable Forestry, 41(10): 1029-1045.

ID: 66611
Title: Threats to Epiphytic Orchids in Joypur Forest Range, Bankura, West Bengal, India
Author: Susanta Jana,Bingshati Singha Mahapatra,Subrata Das,Sudipta Mandal
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2025
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 151 (11) Nov. 25 Pg No. 1064-1068 (2025)
Subject: Threats to Epiphytic Orchids in Joypur Forest Range, Bankura, West Bengal, India
Keywords: Epiphytic orchids, Importance value index, Joypur forest, Orchid host plant, Tree diversity.
Abstract: Epiphytic orchids are generally found in subtropical forests, they can also be found in tropical dry deciduous forests. However, their phorophyte preferences is largely dependent on the diversity of tree species in forest ecosystem. The aims of this present study to assess the diversity of tree species in Joypur Forest Range of Bankura district, with a focus on the density of host plants for significant epiphytic orchids. We recorded a total of 39 tree species belonging to 22 families, and also identified 06 species of epiphytic orchids. The highest Important value Index (IVI value-58.09) was recorded for the dominant tree species Shorea robusta Gaertn., associated with Semecarpus anacardium L.f. (29.00), and Croton persimilis Müll. Arg. (14.33). Diversity index (H'), Dominance index(cd) and Evenness index(E) were calculated from total sample. The value of the indices is 1.58, 0.06 and 0.204 respectively. Along with calculating the Importance Value Index (IVI) of the dominant tree species, we also calculated the IVI of the orchid host tree species and determined their density per hectare of forest area. The present investigation suggests that the reduced density of orchid host trees in the forest area could be a threat to the survival of epiphytic orchids. Therefore, additional research is needed to investigate the factors affecting the survival of epiphytic orchids, including fungal diversity and host tree bark ecology, in order to develop and implement effective conservation management plans for the Joypur Forest.
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Literature cited 1: Chakraborti S.D., Oraon D. and Samanta S. (2021). Orchidaceae in Ajodhya Hills of Purulia, West Bengal, India: diversity, threats and conservation strategies. Richardiana. pp.267-282. Curtis J.T. (1959). The Vegetation of Wisconsin, An ordination of Plant Communities. University Wisconsin Press, Madison Wisconsin, USA.
Literature cited 2: Harvais G. and Hadley G (1967). The Relation between Host and Endophyte in Orchid Mycorrhiza. New Phytol., 66: 205-215. ISFR. (2023). India state Forest Report, Forest Survey of India, Forest and Climate change, Government of India, 1: 184-185

ID: 66610
Title: Exploratory study of Vegetation Herbacea of BGIR, Noida
Author: Priyanka ,Sandeep K. Chauhan
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2025
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 151 (11) Nov. 25 Pg No. 1056-1063 (2025)
Subject: Exploratory study of Vegetation Herbacea of BGIR, Noida
Keywords: BGIR, Survey, Herbaceous flora.
Abstract: The Botanic Garden of Indian Republic (BGIR) has served as a hub for the ex-situ conservation of many rare, endangered, and threatened (RET) species collected from various regions of India. The garden's rich and diverse floristic wealth makes it unique and significant, especially near the capital. BGIR is a living repository housing more than 350 plant species. Its favourable climate supports a vibrant herbaceous flora. However, there has been no record of the herbaceous plants found in BGIR until now. With this in mind, the present study aims to catalogue the herbaceous flora of the garden. A checklist of plants from various families is provided in this report.
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Literature cited 1: BSI (2012). Botanic Garden of the Indian Republic, Souvenir. Botanical Survey of India, Noida. Priyanka Ashokrao Ingle, Yogesh Lahane, Sandeep Kr. Chauhan, Giriraj Singh Panwar. Conspectus of Tree Wealth Conserved in the Botanic Garden of Indian Republic (BGIR), Noida, India. Journal of Scientific Research and Reports, 2025, 31(4): 90-102.
Literature cited 2: lora of Uttar Pradesh Vol.1 Ranunculaceae-Apiaceae (2016). Botanical Survey of India Flora of Uttar Pradesh Vol.II Aealiaceae-Ceratophyllaceae (2020). Botanical Survey of India.

ID: 66609
Title: Magnitude of Retranslocation of N, P, K in Populus deltoides intercropped with Mentha species
Author: Afreen Mohsin, Charan Singh,
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2025
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 151 (11) Nov. 25 Pg No. 1048-1055 (2025)
Subject: Magnitude of Retranslocation of N, P, K in Populus deltoides intercropped with Mentha species
Keywords: Populus deltoides, Mentha spp., Litterfall, Green foliage.
Abstract: This research has been done to study Re-translocation of N, P, K in intercropped Poplar with Mentha species. The clone of Populus deltoides is G-48 and the Mentha species used are Mentha arvensis, Mentha piperita and Mentha citrata. The annual litter production increased with increasing age of Populus deltoides plantations both in the pure and intercropped stands of Mentha species. An increase in litter production was recorded in all the intercropped stands in comparison to pure stands at all the ages. Higher concentration of N, P and K was observed in the litter of the intercropped stands which decreased with increasing ages of the pure stands. Nutrient concentration in green foliage, decreased with increasing ages of the stands. It was higher in the stands intercropped with Mentha spp. than the pure stands. Magnitude of Re-translocation (%) in pure as well as in intercropped plantation, increased with increasing ages of the stands.
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Literature cited 1: Ashton D.H. and Macauley R.J. (1972). Winter spot disease of seedlings of Eucalyptus regnans: Its relation to forest litter. Transactions of the British Mycological Society, 58: 377–386. Baker J.B. and Blackman B.G. (1977). Biomass and nutrient accumulation in a cottonwood plantation during the first growing season. Soil Science Society of America Journal, 41: 633–636.
Literature cited 2: Bray J.R. and Gorham E. (1964). Litter production in forests of the world. Advances in Ecological Research, 2: 101–157. Chapin F.S. and Kedrowski R.A. (1983). Seasonal changes in nitrogen and phosphorus fractions and autumn retranslocation in evergreen and deciduous Taiga trees. Ecology, 64(2): 376–391.

ID: 66608
Title: The Surviving Native Trees of Grassland Ecosystem on Bavdhan Hill, from Pune, Maharashtra, IndiaThe Surviving Native Trees of Grassland Ecosystem on Bavdhan Hill, from Pune, Maharashtra, India
Author: Arti Goggi
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2025
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 151 (11) Nov. 25 Pg No. 1039-1047 (2025)
Subject: The Surviving Native Trees of Grassland Ecosystem on Bavdhan Hill, from Pune, Maharashtra, India
Keywords: Grassland, Endemic, Phenology, Bavdhan hill, Maharashtra.
Abstract: Bavdhan hill in Pune, Maharashtra, represents a remnant of the biodiverse Vetal hill ecosystem, typifying the characteristics of a resilient grassland environment. This region hosts a native flora, including threatened and endemic species of trees, shrubs, and woody climbers, which display remarkable diversity in their phenological traits in leafing, flowering, and fruiting under common environmental pressures. The adaptive strategies employed by these plants ensure their survival. Coexisting with various animal species and regeneration even after natural disturbances like fire make the ecosystem dynamic. However, increasing anthropogenic pressures pose a serious threat to this fragile yet resilient landscape.
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Literature cited 1: Cooke T. (1902). The Flora of the Presidency of Bombay. Tylor and Francis Ltd. London, Vol I and II, pp. 1-1083 Eamus D. and Prior L. (2001). Ecophysiology of trees of seasonally dry tropics: comparisons among phenologies. Advances in Ecological Research, 32: 113-197
Literature cited 2: Flowers of India from http://www.flowersofindia.net Gong W.C., Liu Y.H., Wang C.M., Chen Y.Q., Martin K. and Meng L.Z. (2020). Why are there so many plant species that transiently flush young leaves red in the tropics? Frontiers in Plant Science, 11: 83.

ID: 66607
Title: An Improved Technique for Enhancing the Germination and Survival Rate of Seedlings of Santalum album L. in Nursery
Author: T. Yuvaraj,M. Vairavan,Smitha G. Nair,Modhumitha Dasgupta,Sivakumar Veerasamy
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2025
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 151 (11) Nov. 25 Pg No. 1034-1038 (2025)
Subject: An Improved Technique for Enhancing the Germination and Survival Rate of Seedlings of Santalum album L. in Nursery
Keywords: Sandalwood, Germination, Plant per cent, Gibberellic acid.
Abstract: Indian sandalwood germination and seedling establishment is tricky and taxing due to an array of issues like poor germination rate, prolonged germination period, slow rate of establishment of seedlings in the field, morphophysiological dormancy, and host requirement (Chitra and Jijeesh, 2021). Transplanting shock and delayed establishment often result in less than 10 per cent plant survival. The present study attempted two methods of germination for sandal; sowing the seeds in sand mother beds and direct dibbling of seeds into the polybags with the Casuarina clone as the host plant, with an objective of improving the plant percentage. The germination and establishment were better in polybag-sown seed (41.3%; 31.3%) than in the mother bed sown seed lots (25.3%; 8.8%). About a 64% increase in germination was observed when sowing was carried out directly into polybags.
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ID: 66606
Title: Growth and Productivity of Melia azedarach Plantation under Different levels of Nutrients
Author: Baljit Singh,R. I. S. `Gill,Navneet Kaur
Editor: Richa Misra
Year: 2025
Publisher: Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: The Indian Forester Vol. 151 (11) Nov. 25 Pg No. 1029-1033 (2025)
Subject: Growth and Productivity of Melia azedarach Plantation under Different levels of Nutrients
Keywords: Dek, Growth parameters, Intercrops, Nutrient requirement, Productivity.
Abstract: Dek (Melia azedarach Linn.) is one of the fast growing tree species adopted by Punjab farmers in agroforestry systems. It is grown by farmers mainly on farm boundaries, but due to deciduous nature of plants, some farmers are also adopting block plantations of dek at a spacing of 5 x 4 m or 7 x 3 m along with agricultural crops.
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