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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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Literature cited 1: Banerjee B., Bhattacharya A. and Mukherjee A. (2005). Biological spectrum of Sonamukhi Forest in Bankura District, West Bengal. Geobios, 32(4): 275-276. Bennet S.S.R. (1987). Name changes in flowering plants of India and adjacent regions. Triseas Publishers, Dehradun.
Literature cited 2: Bhattacharya A. and Mukherjee A. (2013). Phytospectroscopy of forest patches in Bardhaman district. Indian Forester, 139(12): 1146-1150. Bouri T. and Mukherjee A. (2011). Biological spectrum of Bankati Forest areas in Burdwan district, West Bengal. Indian J. Sci. Res., 2(4): 57-60.

ID: 66660
Title: The Economic Role of Rugra in Tribal Livelihoods: A Study of Non-timber Forest Products in Jharkhand
Author: Rahul Kumar
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. 165-171 (2026)
Subject: The Economic Role of Rugra in Tribal Livelihoods: A Study of Non-timber Forest Products in Jharkhand
Keywords: Rugra mushroom; Non-timber forest products; Tribal livelihoods; Value chain; Women's empowerment; Jharkhand.
Abstract: This study investigates the economic significance of Rugra (Astraeus spp.), a seasonal wild mushroom, in sustaining tribal livelihoods in Jharkhand, India. Employing household surveys, value chain mapping, and case study evidence from Khunti district, the research demonstrates that Rugra contributes approximately one-fifth of annual household income, rising to nearly 40% among vulnerable families. Its availability during the agricultural lean season provides a vital cash buffer for food security, educational expenses and agricultural inputs. Women emerge as the principal collectors; however, value chain analysis reveals structural inequities, with intermediaries appropriating a disproportionate share of profits, leaving collectors with barely half of the consumer price. Statistical analysis confirms that Rugra's financial contribution is significantly higher than other minor income sources. Beyond its economic role, Rugra functions as a livelihood stabilizer, enhances women's agency, and contributes to Jharkhand's emerging green economy. Policy interventions such as formal recognition, value addition, storage innovations and cooperative marketing are recommended to unlock its full livelihood potential.
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Literature cited 1: Belcher B. and Schreckenberg K. (2007). Commercialisation of non-timber forest products: A reality check. Development Policy Review, 25(3): 355–377. Bose S., Sahu G. and Nayak P.K. (2016). Women, forest products, and livelihoods: A case study from Odisha. Indian Journal of Gender Studies, 23(2): 245–263.
Literature cited 2: Boa E. (2004). Wild edible fungi: A global overview of their use and importance to people. Food and Agriculture Organization, Rome. FAO. (2010). Non-wood forest products in Asia and the Pacific. Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.

ID: 66659
Title: Phenological Study of Twenty Poisonous Trees, Shrubs and Herbs Species Found in Different Forest Regions of Purulia District, India
Author: Bingshati Singha Mahapatra, Susanta Jana, Shyamal Kanti Mallick
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. 159-164 (2026)
Subject: Phenological Study of Twenty Poisonous Trees, Shrubs and Herbs Species Found in Different Forest Regions of Purulia District, India
Keywords: Flowering, Fruiting, Phenology, Phenophase, Poisonous plants.
Abstract: The aim of the present study was the phenological study of twenty poisonous trees, shrubs and herbs species found in different forest regions of Purulia district.For the study of these twenty poisonous plants five different phenophases such as germination, vegetative growth, leaf senescence, flowering, ripening of fruits were observed throughout the year and depicted in the phenogram for trees and shrubs. For herbs the phenophases are germination, vegetative growth, flowering, fruiting and death. This phenological observation revealed that among these twenty poisonous plants, most of the plants showed germination during June to July and new leaf formation occur throughout the year. In case of trees and shrubs maximum leaf senescence occurred during the months of February to march. Most of the herb species died between the months of November to march. Twenty poisonous plant species show flowering and fruiting at different times throughout the year.
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Literature cited 1: Appanah S. (1985). General flowering in the climax rain forests of south-east India. Journal of Tropical Ecology,1: 225-240 Ashton P.S., Givinish T.J. and Appanah S. (1988). Staggered flowering in the Dipterocarpaceae: new insights into floral induction and the evolution of mast fruiting in the seasonal tropics. The American Naturalist, 132: 44-66
Literature cited 2: Boojh R. and Ramakrishnan P.S. (1981). Phenology of tree in sub-tropical evergreen montane forest in north east India. GeoEco-Trop, 5: 189-209 Borchert R. (1983). Phenology and control of flowering in tropical trees. Biotropica,15: 81- 89

ID: 66658
Title: Food and Medicinal Services of Hydrophytes in India
Author: SK Sahanawaz Alam, Sudhama VN, Mithilesh Kumar Sinha, Remya Krishnan, Bhagwati Prashad Sharma, Rajkumari Supriya Devi, Shalini Mudalkar
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. 153-158 (2026)
Subject: Food and Medicinal Services of Hydrophytes in India
Keywords: Conservation, Sustainability, Wetlands.
Abstract: The study of hydrophytes is crucial due to their significant role in maintaining wetland ecosystems, providing food and medicinal resources, and supporting biodiversity. Present study highlights the food, medicinal, and ecological values of 52 hydrophyte species commonly found in India belonging to 38 genus and 24 families, revealing their potential as sources of nutrition, traditional medicine, and ecological balance. The results showed the diverse range of benefits provided by hydrophytes, from edible parts and bioactive compounds to their role in habitat provision and water purification. The findings emphasize the urgent need for conservation, sustainable utilization, and phytochemical exploration of these species, paving the way for future applications in pharmacology, ecology, and environmental biotechnology.
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Literature cited 1: Bănăduc D., Simić V., Cianfaglione K., Barinova S., Afanasyev S., Öktener A., McCall G., Simić S. and Curtean-Bănăduc A. (2022). Freshwater as a Sustainable Resource and Generator of Secondary Resources in the 21st Century: Stressors, Threats, Risks, Management and Protection Strategies, and Conservation Approaches. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 19(24):16570. doi: 10.3390/ijerph192416570. Devi R.K., Kumar A., Jadhav J.Y., Satapathy K.B. and Kumar S. (2024). Economically important plants of Loktak Lake, Manipur, India. Indian Forester, 150(12):1253.1256.
Literature cited 2: Devi R.S., Lal S., Maggirwar R., Jadhao AB. and Kumar S. (2025). Floral diversity of Loktak Lake, Manipur, India. Indian Forester, 151(5):430-435. Dimri R., Das K., Devi R.S., Kumar S., Kumar N. and Das A. (2024). Ecological, Socioeconomic and Nutraceutical Values of Zizania latifolia (Kambong): A wetland Grass for Sangai deer & Human population. Indian Forester, 150(10): 956-961.

ID: 66657
Title: Ethnobotanical Survey of Forest Flora in the Shekhawati Region of Rajasthan: Traditional Knowledge and Its Role in Local Healthcare and Daily Life
Author: Ravindra Goswami, Seema Bhadauria
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. 146-152 (2026)
Subject: Ethnobotanical Survey of Forest Flora in the Shekhawati Region of Rajasthan: Traditional Knowledge and Its Role in Local Healthcare and Daily Life
Keywords: Ethnobotany, Shekhawati region, Traditional medicine, Medicinal plants, Forest flora, Indigenous knowledge, Rajasthan.
Abstract: The Shekhawati region of Rajasthan, encompassing the districts of Jhunjhunu, Sikar, and Churu, harbors a rich diversity of semi-arid forest vegetation and traditional knowledge systems maintained by local communities. This study documents the ethnobotanical uses of forest flora among rural populations inhabiting forest-adjacent villages of Shekhawati. Fieldwork conducted between 2023–2025 employed participatory rural appraisal, semi-structured interviews, and guided transect walks with 60 informants, including local healers, elderly women, and pastoralists. A total of 38 plant species belonging to 32 genera and 25 families were recorded. These plants are employed in treating common ailments such as fever, cough, digestive disorders, skin infections, and wounds, as well as for household and nutritional purposes. Fabaceae, Lamiaceae, and Euphorbiaceae were the most represented families. Statistical analyses revealed moderate Informant Consensus Factors (ICF) for digestive (0.52) and respiratory (0.53) categories, indicating fair agreement among informants, while higher ICF values (>0.60) were recorded for oral hygiene and reproductive categories. The study emphasizes the importance of conserving ethnobotanical knowledge and integrating it into biodiversity management and community-based healthcare strategies.
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Literature cited 1: Balick M.J. and Cox P.A. (1996). Plants, People, and Culture: The Science of Ethnobotany. Scientific American Library, New York. Bhandari M.M. (1990). Flora of the Indian Desert. MPS Repros, Jodhpur.
Literature cited 2: Cotton C.M. (1996). Ethnobotany: Principles and Applications. John Wiley & Sons. Hamilton A.C. (2004). Medicinal plants, conservation and livelihoods, Biodiversity and Conservation, 1477–1517, 13(8) pp.

ID: 66656
Title: A Phytosociological study of Medicinal plants of Shoolpaneshwar Sanctuary, Narmada District, Gujarat
Author: Kuldip Purani, Rahul Parmar, Lopamudra Das, R. K. Sugoor, Aradhana Sahu
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. 134-145 (2026)
Subject: A Phytosociological study of Medicinal plants of Shoolpaneshwar Sanctuary, Narmada District, Gujarat
Keywords: Shoolpanshwar Wildlife Sanctuary, Medicinal plant, Population structure, Conservation.
Abstract: The present study explores the population structure of medicinal plant diversity in the Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary, Narmada district, Gujarat. The area was surveyed using the nested quadrat method across 22 plots. Tree species were recorded in randomly placed 50m×50m quadrats, herbs in five 1m×1m quadrats per plot, and shrubs and climbers in 5m×5m quadrats.
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Literature cited 1: Abebe F.B. (2019). Ethnobotanical studies of medicinal plants used to treat human and livestock ailments in southern nations, nationalities and peoples' region, Ethiopia: a systematic review. Journal of Plant Studies, 8(1): 1-9. Bhat I.H. (2016). Management and conservation of medicinal plants in India a socio legal study with special reference to Jammu and Kashmir. Ph. D. Thesis submitted to the University of Kashmir.
Literature cited 2: Chandrakar A.K. (2014). Conservation of medicinal plant diversity in Gujarat. International Journal of Environment and Natural Sciences, 1: 44-64.