scholarly journals Distribution Pattern and Phytosociological Study of Agroforestry Trees in Poonch District of Jammu and Kashmir, India

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 77-82
Author(s):  
J Manzoor ◽  
MJ Jazib
Keyword(s):  
Distribution Pattern ◽  
Tree Species ◽  
Jammu And Kashmir ◽  
Pattern Diversity ◽  
Grewia Optiva ◽  
Traditional Agroforestry ◽  
Celtis Australis ◽  
Phytosociological Study ◽  
Dense Tree

This study focuses on distribution pattern, diversity and phytosociology of tree species associated with traditional agroforestry in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir, India. Data was collected from fifty quadrats (10×10m) sized thrown randomly in agriculture fields. Twenty six tree species belonging to 16 families and 21 genera were encountered. Grewia optiva, Pyrus persica and Celtis australis were the dominant tree species. Grewia optiva was the most dense tree species 3.88 stem/ha followed by Pyrus persica with 3.74 stem/ha. Buxus wallichiana was recorded as the least dense species (0.82 stem/ha). The study revealed that the area has vast potential sites for the plantation of various agroforestry tree species to solve fuel, fodder and timber. J. Biodivers. Conserv. Bioresour. Manag. 2020, 6(2): 77-82

scholarly journals Distribution Pattern and Phytosociological study of Trees Associated with Agroforestry in Poonch District of Jammu and Kashmir, India

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 75-80
Author(s):  
Javed Manzoor ◽  
Mohd Junaid Jazib
Keyword(s):  
Distribution Pattern ◽  
Tree Species ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Agricultural Fields ◽  
Jammu And Kashmir ◽  
Grewia Optiva ◽  
Quadrat Survey ◽  
Traditional Agroforestry ◽  
Celtis Australis ◽  
Phytosociological Study

The focus of present study was to find the phytosociology, distribution pattern, and diversity of different species of trees associated with traditional agroforestry in the district of Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir, India. Data was collected through quadrat survey method. A total of fifty quadrats of the size (10x10m) each were thrown randomly in agriculture fields. Total 26 tree species belonging to 16 families and 21 genera were encountered in the agricultural fields with Grewia optiva, Pyrus persica and Celtis australis being the tree species in dominance. The most dense species of tree recorded was Grewia optiva with a density value of 3.88 tree/ha which was followed by Pyrus persica with a density of 3.74 tree/ha. Buxus wallichiana was the least dense species recorded (0.82 tree/ha). The study revealed that the area has vast potential sites for the plantation of various agroforestry related tree species to solve the problems of fuel, fodder and timber.

scholarly journals Tree species diversity in Kalidhar forest of western Shiwaliks, Jammu, JK (UT)

2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (3) ◽  
pp. 423-431
Author(s):  
Sanjay Sharma ◽  
Dalip Kumar
Keyword(s):  
Tree Species ◽  
Random Distribution ◽  
Tree Diversity ◽  
Syzygium Cumini ◽  
Tree Species Diversity ◽  
Importance Value Index ◽  
Importance Value ◽  
Pinus Roxburghii ◽  
Grewia Optiva ◽  
Dense Tree

The present study was conducted in Kalidhar forest of western Shiwaliks, Jammu, JK (UT), to assess the tree diversity and undertake phytosociological analysis in three major land use (LU) classes i.e. Forest, Agriculture and Scrub area.  A total of 70, 50 and 50 sample plots of 0.1 ha were laid respectively in forests, scrub and agriculture LU classes. The study revealed that in forests possess a total 39 tree species belonging to 19 families and 31 genera, whereas, in scrub and agriculture lands a total of 9 tree species (8 families and 9 genera) and 60 tree species (26 families and 46 genera) were recorded respectively. Mallotus philippensis was the most dense tree species with 2.85 individuals per ha in forests followed by Pinus roxburghii 2.06 per hectare.  In scrub and agriculture land Acacia modesta and Grewia optiva were found the densest species respectively. The value of Importance value index (IVI) was found highest for Pinus roxburhii (44.63) in forests, whereas, respective values were recorded highest for Syzygium cumini (82.64) and Grewia optiva (29.0) in scrub and agriculture lands. Flacourtia indica and Pinus roxburghii showed random distribution in forest and Syzygium cumini was also found to have random distribution in the scrub lands. Contiguous distribution was found for all tree species encountered in agriculture (LU) class. The diversity values of Shannon Wiener and Simpson indices showed highest tree diversity in agriculture lands with the values of 3.19 and 0.07 respectively followed by that in forests (2.47 and 0.14). Tree species richness was found high in agriculture area with Margalef’s (59.86) and Menhinick’s (1.80).

scholarly journals Classification of trees and tree species in Obrenovac “Mali park” by the elements of growth, vitality and ornamentalness

2010 ◽  
Vol 62 (4) ◽  
pp. 1119-1124 ◽  
Author(s):  
N. Stavretovic ◽  
M. Vuckovic ◽  
B. Stajic
Keyword(s):  
Tree Species ◽  
Juglans Regia ◽  
Platanus Acerifolia ◽  
Homogeneous Groups ◽  
Tree Vitality ◽  
Direct Measurements ◽  
Betula Verrucosa ◽  
The Town ◽  
Celtis Australis

The study was performed in Mali Park, in the town of Obrenovac. Our findings are based on the data obtained after direct measurements of elements of growth and the derived indicators of tree vitality and ornamentalness. Cluster analysis was applied to determine the relatively homogeneous groups of tree species. The results show that the group with the best functional characteristics includes Platanus acerifolia, Tilia grandifolia and Fraxinus ornus, and the group of species with inferior characteristics includes Betula verrucosa, Juglans regia, Celtis australis, Acer platanoides, Cedrus atlantica and Acer negundo.

Assessment of tree species diversity and its distribution pattern in Pachamalai Reserve Forest, Tamil Nadu

2016 ◽  
Vol 36 (1) ◽  
pp. 32-46 ◽  
Author(s):  
Suganthi Kanagaraj ◽  
Muthu Selvaraj ◽  
Rajiv Das Kangabam ◽  
Govindaraju Munisamy
Keyword(s):  
Species Diversity ◽  
Distribution Pattern ◽  
Tree Species ◽  
Tamil Nadu ◽  
Tree Species Diversity ◽  
Reserve Forest

scholarly journals Distribution pattern, population estimation and threats to the Indian Pangolin Manis crassicaudata (Mammalia: Pholidota: Manidae) in and around Pir Lasura National Park, Azad Jammu & Kashmir, Pakistan

2017 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 9920 ◽  
Author(s):  
Faraz Akrim ◽  
Tariq Mahmood ◽  
Riaz Hussain ◽  
Siddiqa Qasim ◽  
Imad-ul-din Zangi
Keyword(s):  
Distribution Pattern ◽  
Conservation Planning ◽  
National Park ◽  
Local Communities ◽  
Patchy Distribution ◽  
Jammu And Kashmir ◽  
Local Perception ◽  
Biological Studies ◽  
Baseline Knowledge ◽  
Local Farmers

Baseline knowledge of distribution and abundance of a species whose population is facing decline throughout its distribution range is vital for its conservation planning. Indian Pangolin (Manis crassicaudata) is such a species which is Imperiled and lacking key biological studies in northern locale of Pakistan. We investigated distribution, abundance and threats faced by Indian pangolin in Pir Lasura National Park, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Pakistan. Indian pangolin has patchy distribution in and around the Park ranging from 590m-1540m elevation. A very low population (0.77±0.34 individuals/km2) of Indian pangolin were recorded from the Park. Local perception towards Indian pangolin was to a great extent negative. Slaughtering record of 446 pangolins were gathered. We recovered 12 dead pangolins, 10 jackets of scales. Furthermore, selling of 26 kg scales, 111 live pangolin captures and 313 killings were reported during 2013-2015. Local hunters were mainly involved in capturing and killing of Indian pangolin 90%, local farmers 8% (n=22) and labor 1%. We propose more studies ought to be led to improve comprehension of species and mindfulness instruction programs both by government and private sectors, to taught local communities living in and around Pir Lasura National Park for getting support for the species and to change their demeanors.

Distribution of primary forest plant species in a 19-year old secondary forest in French Guiana

1998 ◽  
Vol 14 (3) ◽  
pp. 323-340 ◽  
Author(s):  
D. TORIOLA ◽  
P. CHAREYRE ◽  
A. BUTTLER
Keyword(s):  
Distribution Pattern ◽  
Tree Species ◽  
French Guiana ◽  
Forest Canopy ◽  
Secondary Forest ◽  
Primary Forest ◽  
Pioneer Species ◽  
Forest Species ◽  
Mature Forest ◽  
Height Class

Secondary succession in a 19-y old tropical rainforest of French Guiana was investigated through the distribution pattern of primary forest species. The experimental plot of 25 ha was logged to simulate conditions of a paper pulp cut. Enumeration of all plants of height ≥ 50 cm in 52 subplots 10 m × 10 m indicated the number of species and individuals in five species categories; short-lived pioneer species, pioneer species that persist in mature forest, primary forest species capable of germinating in shade, primary forest species that indicate a preference for clearings (small gaps) in mature forest and understorey primary forest species. Change in proportion of the most abundant species (≥ 1 cm dbh) over the last 15 y indicated a decrease in short-lived pioneer species and an increase in pioneers that can persist in the mature forest. Proportion of species categories per height class indicated that primary forest species were mainly found in the lower height class in this forest which is largely dominated by secondary forest tree species forming a canopy that rarely exceeds 20 m. Individuals of primary forest species were encountered on ARBOCEL as sprouts from large stumps, sprouts from juveniles or as untraumatised saplings or juveniles. The distribution pattern in a 4-ha area of 11 selected primary forest canopy tree species revealed an overall trend in recolonisation of this species category in the secondary forest. Considered individually, the clustered distribution of stems of Eperua grandiflora showed the importance of regeneration through sprouting or remaining individuals. The gradient distribution, oriented from the edge to the centre of the studied plot, and displayed by the stem densities of Virola michelii, suggested a recent progressive dispersal of seeds. A more dynamic recolonisation front was observed for the primary forest understorey species Cassipourea guianensis and was probably linked to both the initial logging conditions and the fact that this species fruits when relatively young.

scholarly journals Floristic evolution in an agroforestry system cultivation in Southern Brazil

2016 ◽  
Vol 88 (2) ◽  
pp. 973-982 ◽  
Author(s):  
LUÍS C.R. SILVA ◽  
SEBASTIÃO A. MACHADO ◽  
FRANKLIN GALVÃO ◽  
AFONSO FIGUEIREDO FILHO
Keyword(s):  
Tree Species ◽  
Diversity Index ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Mixed Forest ◽  
Agroforestry System ◽  
Agroforestry Systems ◽  
First Year ◽  
Traditional Agroforestry ◽  
Floristic Evolution ◽  
Over Time

ABSTRACT Bracatinga (Mimosa scabrella Bentham) is an important pioneer tree species in Ombrophylous Mixed Forest of Brazil and is widely used as an energy source. In traditional agroforestry systems, regeneration is induced by fire, then pure and dense stands known as bracatinga stands (bracatingais) are formed. In the first year, annual crops are intercalated with the seedlings. At that time the seedlings are thinned, then the stands remain at a fallow period and cut at seven years old. The species is very important mainly for small landowners. We studied the understory species that occur naturally during the succession over several years in order to manage them rationally in the future and maintain the natural vegetation over time. Three to 20 year-old Bracatinga stands were sampled between 1998 and 2011. All tree species with diameter at breast height (DBH) ≥ 5 cm were measured.The floristic evolution was assessed with respect to Sociability Index, the Shannon Diversity Index and the Pielou Evenness Index. Graphs of rank/abundance over different age groups were evaluated using the Kolmogorov-Smirnov test. We identified 153 species dispersed throughout the understory and tend to become aggregated over time.

scholarly journals Phyto-ecological studies and distribution pattern of plant species and communities of Dhirkot, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Pakistan

PLoS ONE ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (10) ◽  
pp. e0257493
Author(s):  
Mevish Mumshad ◽  
Israr Ahmad ◽  
Shujaul Mulk Khan ◽  
Abdullah ◽  
Khadija Rehman ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cluster Analysis ◽  
Environmental Factors ◽  
Distribution Pattern ◽  
Plant Species ◽  
Plant Communities ◽  
Environmental Gradients ◽  
Jammu And Kashmir ◽  
Species Analysis ◽  
Distribution Composition

Plant species represent the hierarchical expression of vegetation as it is affected by various environmental gradients. We explored the plant species composition, distribution pattern, communities formation and their respective indicators under the influence of various environmental factors in the Dhirkot region, Azad Jammu and Kashmir. It was hypothesized that different environmental factors were responsible for the formation of various plant communities each with a distinct indicator. Quantitative ecological techniques were used for the sampling of vegetation. A total of 114 quadrats were established in 13 selected sampling sites. Phytosociological attributes were calculated for each plant species at each quadrat. Soil samples were collected and analyzed using different standard protocols. All the collected data were analyzed using Cluster Analysis, Indicator Species Analysis and Canonical Correspondence Analysis of PCORD and CANOCO software, respectively. A total of 145 plant species were recorded belong to 62 different families. Asteraceae and Lamiaceae were the dominant families, represented by 12 species each (8.27%). Cluster Analysis classify all the stations and plants into four major plant communities as 1) Olea-Desmodium-Prunilla community. 2) Abies-Zanthoxylum-Pteracanthus community 3) Cedrus-Elaeagnus-Hypericum community 4) Alnus-Myrsine–Ranunculus community. Soil pH, electrical conductivity, soil saturation, organic matter and altitude were the significant environmental factors that play its essential role in the plant species distribution, composition, formation of major plant communities and their respective indicators in the region. It is recommended that the identified indicator and rare plant species of the investigated area can further be grown for conservation and management purposes in in-situ environment.

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