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- Role of Medicinal Plants in Health Care and Rural Economy in the Tribals of Satpura Plateau Region of Central India
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Indian Forester, Vol 134, No 11 (2008), Pagination: 1438-1446Abstract
The Satpura plateau region of Central India is home of numerous herb species. The agroclimatic conditions prevailing in the region provides an ideal habitat for the natural growth of variety of plants and herbs, which provide raw materials for pharmaceutical, phytochemical, food, flavoring and cosmetic industries. The paper provides information on 92 medicinal plants used by the Gond, Bharia and Korku tribes of Chhindwara, Betul, Hosangabad and Seoni district of Madhya Pradesh, India, for the treatment of various diseases. Traditional medicine remains an integral part of the health system in this region of Central India. Medicinal plants of forest origin hold great promise to enhance the health and source of livelihood to the forest dwellers.Keywords
Satpura Plateau, Central India, Medicinal Plants, Health Care, Rural Economy,Tribals
- Medicinal Plants in Satpuraplateau of Madhyapradesh: Current Status and Future Prospects
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Indian Forester, Vol 131, No 7 (2005), Pagination: 857-883Abstract
Satpura Plateau of Madhya Pradesh with diverse agro-climatic conditions, Jarge biodiversity and strategic geographical location is likely to emerge as a leading producer and supplier of medicinal plants. The paper gives a resume of activities undertaken in recent years by Centre for Forestry Research and Human Resource development, Chhindwara as a part of eudeavour towards conserving the medicinal plant wealth and promoting the cultivation of medicinal plant. Training programmes on conservation and cultivation of medicinal plants have also been carried out as apart of Human Resource Development activity. Agrotechniques have been developed for the cultivation of Abelmoschus moschatus, Acorus calamus, Andrographis paniculata, Rauvolfia serpentina, Withania somnifera, Cymbopogon flexuosus, Cymbopogon martinii and Mentha arvensis.- Utilization of Wastelands for Growing Medicinal Plants
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Indian Forester, Vol 129, No 1 (2003), Pagination: 119-129Abstract
Medicinal plants form an integral part of rural and urban lifestyle. But many of the species have reached the stage of 'endangered and threatened' because of over-exploitation of forests, uncontrolled grazing and fire. In India nearly 175 million ha of land is degraded, out of which 93 million ha is lying waste. This land is not suitable for growing agricultural crops economically but can be effectively used for growing medicinal plants after proper management. In this review, species suitability for different types of wastelands, proper amendments for boosting the growth of these plants etc. have been discussed in length.- Timber Trading Trends in Madhya Pradesh
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Indian Forester, Vol 129, No 8 (2003), Pagination: 1009-1012Abstract
This paper analyzes market price variation of seven timber species in M.P. over a period of about 20 years. The auction result data for major timber depots of Central Circle, Jabalpur, M.P.) are the basis of analysis. The analysis shows that the prices of major timber spp., viz. Teak, Sal, Bija, Haldu, Saja, Dhawa and Salai have increased over the year. The increase was about 40% to 45% dnring 1987.88 to 1990.91. During 1990-91 to 1995-96 increase was about 85% to 100%, whereas during 1995-96 to 2000-01, the increase was comparatively less (0 to 25%). The comparatively less increase in price during 1995.96 to 2000-2001 may be attributed to import of timber from Nigeria, Ghana, Burma, Malaysia; on account of large scale felling of Sal trees during 1998.99 and also due to general slack is economy.- Response of Conservation Measures on the Growth of Planted Species and Improvement in Soil Properties in a Degraded Area
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Indian Forester, Vol 129, No 12 (2003), Pagination: 1504-1516Abstract
Land degradation is a global phenomenon. Endless desires of man have put enormous pressure on this valuable natural resource. India is reported to have 175 million ha of land under various stages of degradation. Deforestation and improper land management are the main reasons. The great diversity in topographic conditions is responsible for an annual loss of about 6000 million tonnes of top fertile soil. Any improvement programme concerning soil health can not be achieved unless it incorporates soil and water conservation. Studies were conducted to assess improvement in soil properties due to adoption of soil-water conservation method (staggered trenching) on hilly slope in Jabalpur District of Madhya Pradesh , India. At site I Tectona grandis was planted at 2 m × 2 m spacing and in between rows staggered trenches of 3 m × 0.5 m × 0.5 m were dug. Observations recorded after 4.5 years of planting showed considerable improvement in soil properties , more so on the lower slope in respect of organic carbon , available nutrients (N , P and K) etc. Soil loss has also been reduced to a considerable extent. At site II Albizia procera and Albizia lebbek were planted and soil-water conservation measures were adopted in a similar way as at site I. This site also showed remarkable degree of improvement in soil properties at 4.5 years of age. Originally both sites were having highly eroded surface and the soil depth was as less as 15 to 20 cm underlain by hard rock and morrum. The soils were quite deficient in nutrients and were having low water building capacity. The growth of planted species was significantly higher than control.- Evaluation of Potting Mixtures for Raising Dalbergia sissoo Seedlings under Root Trainer System
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Indian Forester, Vol 128, No 5 (2002), Pagination: 523-532Abstract
Experiments were conducted to standardize appropriate potting medium for raising Dalbergia sissoo seedlings under ischolar_main trainer seedling production system. In two different experiments , two kinds of potting media were tried , one with various combinations of sand , soil and compost and the other with charcoal , rice husk and compost. A multivariate approach was adopted considering the seedling quality parameters i.e. sturdiness , ischolar_main shoot ratio , ratio of fibrous/total ischolar_main biomass , Dickson quality index , and ischolar_main surface area , apart from the various growth and biomass traits of 3 month nursery growth. Dalbergia sissoo being a versatile and primary coloniser in riverine concession , came up very well in sand and compost combination (20% sand + 80% compost). However , it also performed well in other combinations of sand , soil and compost in the ratio of 1:1:3 ,1:0:4 and pure compost alone. In respect to the organic ingredients , combinations of charcoal , compost and rice husk in the ratio of 1:3:1 and 1:4:0 appeared satisfactory. Comparing the performance of both the types of potting media , it came to the notice that the sand , soil and compost combinations are fairly better for raising D. sissoo than the charcoal , rice husk and compost. The seedlings achieved significantly better growth , biomass and quality parameters when raised in sand , soil and compost than when raised in the potting mixture containing charcoal and rice husk. For the species like Dalbergia sissoo which is known to be a species of sandy alluvium soil , the ingredients like sand , soil and compost should be encouraged in the potting medium for raising in nursery.- Standardization of Proper Volume/size and Type of Root Trainer for Raising Dalbergia sissoo Seedlings: Nursery Evaluation and Field Trial
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Indian Forester, Vol 127, No 5 (2001), Pagination: 580-590Abstract
Seedling quality is a key factor in the success of any tree plantation programme, which ultimately depends upon the ischolar_main system. Root trainers are increasingly being used to deal with the problem of ischolar_main coiling and distortion commonly encountered in polybag grown seedlings. Due to the lack of species specific results for Indian conditions and species, ischolar_main trainers are still at the initial stage of use in Indian nurseries. In the present investigation, a multivariate approach has been adopted to find out the right size/volume and type of ischolar_main trainer for raising Dalbergia sissoo seedlings in the nursery. Root trainers of various type and cell sizes like Hiko trays 90 cc, 150 cc, 300 cc, Book type 200 cc and single cell bullet type 290 cc were tried and the growth and biomass production of D. sissoo seedlings in 3 months time period was studied. The quality parameters of seedlings in various treatments were figured out. The seedlings raised under different size and type of ischolar_main trainers were also observed in the field for two consecutive years. Though the Hiko tray 300 cc cell volume scored maximum points in respect of seedling quality parameters upto the nursery stage, field performance of Hiko tray 150 cc volume was found the best. The Hiko tray 150 cc cell volume raised seedlings achieved maximum plant height and collar diameter after field planting although the performance of Hiko tray 300 cc and 150 cc cell volume was statistically at par in respect offield survival. The results have indicated that though the nursery stage growth performance has scored maximum points in respect of Hiko tray 300 cc cell volume due to greater space available for the ischolar_main system, the field performance of 150 cc volume is significantly better than the 300 cc one. Thus the Hiko tray 150 cc volume is the best size/volume and type of ischolar_main trainer for raising D. sissoo seedlings in nursery. The Hiko tray 300 cc volume comes out in the second category.- Selection of Proper Potting Mixture for Raising Acacia nilotica Seedlings under Root Trainer Seedling Production System
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Indian Forester, Vol 127, No 11 (2001), Pagination: 1239-1250Abstract
The containerized seedling production technology , especially the ischolar_main trainers , is dependent upon suitable growing media for raising quality seedlings in nurseries. Due to lack of species specific results for Indian conditions and species , the use of ischolar_main trainers is still in the initial stage. In the present investigation , experiments were carried out to findout the proper combination of sand , soil , compost and combinations of charcoal , rice husk and compost as a organic medium , to be used as growing media under ischolar_main trainers for raising A. nilotica seedlings. The growth , biomass production of Acacia nilotica seedlings in 3 months period was studied and the quality parameters of seedlings raised in various treatments (Potting mixture combinations) were figured out. In respect of sand , soil and compost , combination of sand and compost in the ratio of 1:4 (20% sand + 80% compost) produced the best results and scored maximum points in respect of quality parameters. Testing the organic ingredients , combination of charcoals and compost in the ratio of 1:4 (20% charcoal + 80% compost) was another good growing medium. Thus two potting mixtures with different ingredients were standardized. The results on use of pure compost as a potting medium were not very much appreciable. The compost is required to be supplemented with 20% charcoal or 20% sand for making it more effective in raising Acacia nilotica seedlings. Improper choice of potting mixture may result in poor quality seedling production in nurseries.- Studies on Flowering Behavior and Seed Characteristics of
Dendrocalamus giganteus
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Indian Forester, Vol 136, No 8 (2010), Pagination: 1013-1017Abstract
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±6.21 mg and average germination was 53 per cent. The fruit/seed setting was very poor.Keywords
Flowering Behavior, Seed Characteristics, Dendrocalamus giganteus- Productivity Enhancement in Teak Plantations
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