Ecological Investigations Pertaining to Aquatic Vegetation in two Ponds Situated within the Municipal Jurisdiction of Sidhi (Madhya Pradesh), India | Chapter 19 | Recent Trends in the Study of Botanical Research Volume - 1

 The paper focuses on a study conducted during the 2017-2018 period in two Nagarpalika areas within the Sidhi district of Madhya Pradesh. The research explores aquatic weeds and their ecological characteristics. A total of 36 weed species were identified across the wetlands. Notably, species such as Eichhornia crassipes, Ipomoea aquatica, Typha angustifolia, and Hydrilla verticillata were consistently present in both ponds throughout the entire year.

Author(s) Details:

Mohammad Salim,
S.G.S. Govt. Autonomous P.G. College, Sidhi (M.P.), A.P.S. University, Rewa, India.

I. P. Prajapati,
S.G.S. Govt. Autonomous P.G. College, Sidhi (M.P.), A.P.S. University, Rewa, India.

Prabha Prajapati,
S.G.S. Govt. Autonomous P.G. College, Sidhi (M.P.), A.P.S. University, Rewa, India.

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Research Conducted on Aquatic Macrophytes and their Importance in Gopaldas Pond Located in Sidhi Municipal Area, Madhya Pradesh, India | Chapter 18 | Recent Trends in the Study of Botanical Research Volume - 1

 This chapter focuses on the study of aquatic macrophytes and their importance in the Gopaldas pond of Sidhi municipal Area, Madhya Pradesh, India. The pond exhibits a rich variety of plant species, leading to vigorous macrophyte growth. Some of these macrophytes in the pond serve beneficial purposes for humans and domestic animals. Given that macrophytes significantly contribute to pond productivity, this research primarily centres around this aspect.

Author(s) Details:

Mohammad Salim,
S.G.S. Govt. Autonomous P.G. College, Sidhi (M.P.), A.P.S. University, Rewa, India.

I. P. Prajapati,
S.G.S. Govt. Autonomous P.G. College, Sidhi (M.P.), A.P.S. University, Rewa, India.

Prabha Prajapati,
S.G.S. Govt. Autonomous P.G. College, Sidhi (M.P.), A.P.S. University, Rewa, India.

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Ethnobotanical Research on Plants Utilized in Traditional Medicine for Treating Diabetes in the Gondwana Region of the Vindhyan Area in Madhya Pradesh, India | Chapter 17 | Recent Trends in the Study of Botanical Research Volume - 1

 This chapter focuses on the investigation of medicinal plants utilized for treating diabetes in the Gondwana region of the Vindhyan area in Madhya Pradesh, India. The study concentrates on districts like Sidhi, Shahdol, Umaria, and Anuppur. The paper provides descriptions of various plants, including their botanical and common names, family, growth habits, habitats, and the specific plant parts employed for managing sugar levels in humans.

Author(s) Details:

Mohammad Salim,
S.G.S. Govt. Autonomous P.G. College, Sidhi (M.P.), A.P.S. University, Rewa, India.

Prabha Prajapati,
S.G.S. Govt. Autonomous P.G. College, Sidhi (M.P.), A.P.S. University, Rewa, India.

I. P. Prajapati,
S.G.S. Govt. Autonomous P.G. College, Sidhi (M.P.), A.P.S. University, Rewa, India.

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Ethnomedicinal Plant Studies in Sidhi District, Madhya Pradesh, India | Chapter 16 | Recent Trends in the Study of Botanical Research Volume - 1

 Ethnomedicinal information from District Sidhi, Madhya Pradesh, India, has been provided. The list includes plants utilized by rural and tribal communities, arranged alphabetically by their botanical names. Each entry includes the plant's family, local name, and the ailments it's used for. A comprehensive total of 90 species, spanning 45 families, has been catalogued.

Author(s) Details:

Mohammad Salim,
S.G.S. Govt. Autonomous P.G. College, Sidhi (M.P.), A.P.S. University, Rewa, India.

Prabha Prajapati,
S.G.S. Govt. Autonomous P.G. College, Sidhi (M.P.), A.P.S. University, Rewa, India.

I. P. Prajapati,
S.G.S. Govt. Autonomous P.G. College, Sidhi (M.P.), A.P.S. University, Rewa, India.

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Study of Vegetation Structure and Species Diversity in Kusmi Forest, Sidhi District, Madhya Pradesh, India | Chapter 13 | Recent Trends in the Study of Botanical Research Volume - 1

 A study was conducted in the Kusmi forest of District Sidhi, Madhya Pradesh, India, analysing the vegetational structures across different strata: trees, shrubs, and herbs. A total of 738 woody individuals from 14 species were recorded in random quadrats covering a 0.25-hectare area. Shorea robusta exhibited the highest stem density and Importance Value Index (IVI). All species displayed a clumped distribution pattern. Trees occupied a basal area of 20.39 m² per hectare. The species richness and diversity of shrubs and herbs exceeded that of trees. Given the presence of various anthropogenic disturbances, immediate conservation efforts are warranted.

Author(s) Details:

Mohammad Salim,
S.G.S. Govt. Autonomous P.G. College, Sidhi (M.P.), A.P.S. University, Rewa, India.

Shivnandan Patel,
S.G.S. Govt. Autonomous P.G. College, Sidhi (M.P.), A.P.S. University, Rewa, India.

Shagufta Parween,
All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIMS), Bhopal (M.P.), India.

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Research on the Floristics of Kusmi Forest in Sidhi District, Madhya Pradesh, India | Chapter 12 | Recent Trends in the Study of Botanical Research Volume - 1

 An investigation was conducted to study the existing floral composition in Kusmi Forest, located in Sidhi (Madhya Pradesh). The choice of the present area of Kusmi Forest for this floristic study was driven by its lack of attention towards its vegetation. The forest's vegetation was characterized as dry deciduous, thorny scrub type. A total of more than 135 plant species, representing over 49 families, were examined. Among these families, Caesalpiniaceae and Mimosaceae stood out as the most dominant. This publication provides the first-ever comprehensive floristic information about the tree flora present in Kusmi Forest.

Author(s) Details:

Mohammad Salim,
S.G.S. Govt. Autonomous P.G. College, Sidhi (M.P.), A.P.S. University, Rewa, India.

Shivnandan Patel,
S.G.S. Govt. Autonomous P.G. College, Sidhi (M.P.), A.P.S. University, Rewa, India.

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Research on the Mural Flora of Sidhi City in Madhya Pradesh, India | Chapter 7 | Recent Trends in the Study of Botanical Research Volume - 1

 

The current chapter discusses the mural floristic composition of Sidhi city, Madhya Pradesh. A total of 60 mural plants were documented, including bryophytes and pteridophytes. The angiospermic mural flora comprised 51 genera from 29 distinct families. Additionally, two bryophyte species and two pteridophyte species were also observed in the study.

Author(s) Details:

Vivek Kumar Singh,
S.G.S. Govt. Autonomous P.G. College, Sidhi (M.P.), A.P.S. University, Rewa, India.

Mohammad Salim,
S.G.S. Govt. Autonomous P.G. College, Sidhi (M.P.), A.P.S. University, Rewa, India.

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Studies on the Wall Flora of Sidhi District, Madhya Pradesh, India | Chapter 6 | Recent Trends in the Study of Botanical Research Volume - 1

 The wall flora constitutes a fascinating assemblage of stress-tolerant plants adept at thriving in substrates lacking proper nutrients. These walls serve as havens for species seeking sanctuary. In doing so, both rural and urban walls contribute significantly to the preservation of rare and endangered plants. However, certain species that settle on walls can inflict harm upon structures, necessitating their removal. The current study, encompassing the wall flora across five principal zones of Sidhi district, has documented a remarkable tally of 28 species spanning 24 genera and 16 families. Upon scrutinizing the flora through the lens of the supporting wall types, intriguing findings have emerged. Among the five distinct wall categories investigated, cemented brick walls have supported the greatest number of species, totalling 27. This research on wall flora holds paramount importance as it not only unravels numerous enigmas related to plant adaptation but also imparts invaluable insights for landscape planning. Moreover, it aids in safeguarding historic edifices, particularly those of cultural significance, and monuments.

Author(s) Details:

Mohammad Salim,
S.G.S. Govt. Autonomous P.G. College, Sidhi (M.P.), A.P.S. University, Rewa, India.

Vivek Kumar Singh,
S.G.S. Govt. Autonomous P.G. College, Sidhi (M.P.), A.P.S. University, Rewa, India.

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Research Pertaining to the Agricultural Biodiversity in Relation to Conservation and Sustainable Development of Traditional Crops of Kusmi Block of Sidhi District of Madhya Pradesh, India | Chapter 3 | Recent Trends in the Study of Botanical Research Volume - 1

 Agricultural biodiversity serves as a reservoir facilitating the advancement of novel and progressive crop varieties. It is incontrovertible that agricultural biodiversity assumes a pivotal role in addressing not only our sustenance requirements but also our broader material necessities. Within the realm of agricultural biodiversity, an extensive genetic reservoir is conserved, furnishing a robust foundation for augmenting food outputs in the context of burgeoning populations within distinct microclimatic habitats. In tandem with enhancing production, the inherent variability inherently safeguards against pestilence and other maladies. The elemental requisites for human sustenance are readily procurable via the conduit of agricultural biodiversity. Moreover, the role of agricultural biodiversity extends to the equilibrium preservation of the ecosystem. Hence, in addition to its multifarious advantages, it mitigates geopolitical insularity. Ergo, the preservation of agricultural biodiversity emerges as an imperatively requisite pursuit for ensuring food availability, fostering sustainable progression, and safeguarding the reservoir of genetic diversity within the region. The present chapter is an attempt to discuss the agricultural biodiversity of Sidhi District, Madhya Pradesh, India.

Author(s) Details:

Mohammad Salim,
S.G.S. Govt. Autonomous P.G. College, Sidhi (M.P.), A.P.S. University, Rewa, India.

Vivek Kumar Yadav,
Kamla Memorial College Sidhi (M.P.), A.P.S. University, Rewa, India.

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