Medicinal Plant Resources in Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve in the Central Himalayas

2001 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 47-64 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. Nautiyal ◽  
R. K. Maikhuri ◽  
K. S. Rao ◽  
K. G. Saxena
Keyword(s):  
Medicinal Plant ◽  
Biosphere Reserve ◽  
Plant Resources ◽  
Central Himalayas ◽  
Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve

Traditional Phytotheraphic Record of Orchids of Odisha and their Conservation Strategies

2015 ◽  
Vol 22 (4) ◽  
pp. 209-213
Author(s):  
S. Panda ◽  
M. Sharief ◽  
S. Hameed ◽  
A. Pramanik
Keyword(s):  
Medicinal Plant ◽  
Biosphere Reserve ◽  
Conservation Strategies ◽  
Plant Resources ◽  
Orchid Species ◽  
Medicinal Value ◽  
Luxuriant Growth ◽  
Mass Depletion ◽  
Near Future ◽  
Similipal Biosphere Reserve

Odisha being the coastal state of Indian sub-continent records a rich medicinal plant diversity in general and orchids in particular. Since time immemorial, these important plant resources remains in a neglected state leading to an alarming situation in near future. Virgin forests of Odisha spreading in areas like Gandhmardan Hills, Niyamgiri Hills, Deomali Hills, Mahendragiri Hills and Similipal Biosphere Reserve hoards rich orchid diversity enduring luxuriant growth. Out of 137 species of Orchids recorded so far, Similipal area alone harbours about 94 orchid species possessing high aesthetic and medicinal value. Unfortunately, the medicinal importance of orchids of this region has drawn least attention from both the scientific fraternity as well as general populace compared to their role in horticulture field. Orchid species of Odisha like Acampe carinata (Griff.) Panigr., A. praemorsa (Roxb.) Blatt. & McCann, Geodorum recurvum (Roxb.) Alston, Habenaria marginata Coleb., Rhynchostylis retusa (L.) Bl. and Vanda testacea (Lindl.) Rchb.f. are used to cure rheumatism, arthritis, dysentery, asthma and snake bite etc. However, the medicinal potentialities of these orchids are not so well exploited though they possess immense curative values. Further, as the forests of Odisha are experiencing various anthropogenic as well as abiotic pressures, many of the orchid populations are fast shrinking leading to their mass depletion. Realizing this, the current communication highlights the importance of 26 medicinal orchids very often used by the tribal populace of Odisha to get relief from various ailments. Concurrently, some major conservational strategies have also been projected.

scholarly journals Threat Assessment and Prioritization of High-Value Medicinal Plants in Pindari Valley, Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve, India

2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
pp. 236-249
Author(s):  
Ravindra Kumar ◽  
Dhani Arya ◽  
K. Chandra Sekar ◽  
Monika Bisht
Keyword(s):  
Medicinal Plants ◽  
Natural Habitat ◽  
Sustainable Use ◽  
Biosphere Reserve ◽  
Threat Assessment ◽  
Plant Resources ◽  
Threat Status ◽  
Threat Categories ◽  
Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve ◽  
Aconitum Heterophyllum

The communication assesses the high-value medicinal plants reported in Pindari Valley, Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve, Uttarakhand, using a score-based method for prioritization and conservation. A total of 42 high-value medicinal plants were assessed, prioritized and scored on the basis of rapid threat assessment. Maximum threat was recorded for Aconitum heterophyllum followed by Picrorhiza kurrooa and Nardostachys jatamansi given their limited number of individuals observed in the study area as well as high utilization patterns. Minimum threat status was recorded for Epilobium angustifolium, where the species was found in higher density in its natural habitat. Among the recorded species, 64% were observed growing in grassland/alpine pastures and open/alpine slopes. 55% of species were native/endemic to Himalaya and 48% were extracted by the inhabitants. Underground portions (roots/rhizomes/tubers) of 40% of the species were utilized leading to destruction in natural habitat. Out of 42 medicinal plants, 16 species have been prioritized for conservation and recognized in different threat categories and most of these species are collected from natural habitat without scientific knowledge. Conclusion of the study might helpful for identifying threatened plants in the region so as to initiate sustainable use and conservation practices of high-value medicinal plant resources.

Ecotourism as a Viable Option for Conservation of Wildlife in Protected Areas Under Shivalik Hills of the Outer Himalaya, India

2019 ◽  
pp. 103-120
Author(s):  
Akash ◽  
Navneet
Keyword(s):  
Protected Areas ◽  
State Government ◽  
Biosphere Reserve ◽  
Tourism Industry ◽  
Environmental Conservation ◽  
Tiger Reserve ◽  
Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary ◽  
Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve ◽  
The Himalaya ◽  
People’S Perceptions

The concept of ecotourism in protected areas and their implications for the conservation of flora and fauna are of global significance. Ecotourism is not only for suitable practice of tourism in protected areas as it deals with environmental conservation, but also supports local communities. The Himalaya in present times harbors a good increase of ecotourism in protected areas like Rajaji tiger reserve, Nanda Devi Biosphere reserve, Corbett National park, Kedarnath wildlife sanctuary, etc. Efforts done by state government in building tourism state have promoted the tourism industry in general. This chapter will explore the potential of ecotourism in protected areas and the local people's perceptions towards the local tourism, conservation of wildlife and substitutes for their livelihood. Additionally, it will explore potential sites already developed or can be developed for increasing options for enhancing ecotourism, providing information about various tools, which can attract the tourists from various disciplines.

The Conservation and Utilization of Medicinal Plant Resources

2021 ◽  
pp. 691-715
Author(s):  
Naseema Aqbar Wani ◽  
Younas Rasheed Tantray ◽  
Mohammad Saleem Wani ◽  
Nazir Ahmad Malik
Keyword(s):  
Medicinal Plant ◽  
Plant Resources
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