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Add the result to your basket Make a suggestion Refine your search Apply to external sourcesCommercially important medicinal and aromatic plants of Nepal and their distribution pattern and conservation measure along the elevation gradient of the Himalayas / BHATTARAI, K.R. in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal, 16 : 1 (January - June 2006)
Title : Commercially important medicinal and aromatic plants of Nepal and their distribution pattern and conservation measure along the elevation gradient of the Himalayas Material Type: printed text Authors: BHATTARAI, K.R., Author ; M. Ghimire, Author Publication Date: 2006 Article on page: 3-13 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Medicinal and aromatic plants, elevation gradient, species richness, generalised linear model Abstract: This study aims to assess and evaluate the number of commercially important medicinal and aromatic plants (MAPs) found in the trade and explore their distribution pattern and conservation measures along the Himalayan elevation gradient of Nepal. The species data for this study are based on primary as well as secondary sources, where as elevation range data are based only on secondary sources. The number of MAPs species and number of conservation sites present in each 100 m elevation band is estimated by interpolation. The assessed numbers of commercial MAPs are assigned in to different life forms group to find the life form spectrum of commercial species. The number of MAPs species and conservation sites present in each 100 m elevation band are evaluated as a response variable where as elevation gradient is the predictor. The relationship between them is elucidated by scatter plot as well as generalised liner models.
In this study, we have assessed 143 species as commercial MAPs. The variation of MAPs species is found related to elevation. The MAPs species richness increases with increasing the elevation up to 1000 m then decrease with further increasing the elevation thus unimodal type of pattern is observed. The maximum numbers of MAPs are found at 1000 m but maximum numbers of conservation sites are found above this elevation range. We did not find the significant pattern between conservation sites and MAPs species richness along the elevation gradient of the Himalayas. The conservation sites of Nepal are less concentrated where MAPs species diversity is rich.Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/357/349
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 16 : 1 (January - June 2006) . - 3-13 p.[article] Commercially important medicinal and aromatic plants of Nepal and their distribution pattern and conservation measure along the elevation gradient of the Himalayas [printed text] / BHATTARAI, K.R., Author ; M. Ghimire, Author . - 2006 . - 3-13 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 16 : 1 (January - June 2006) . - 3-13 p.
Keywords: Medicinal and aromatic plants, elevation gradient, species richness, generalised linear model Abstract: This study aims to assess and evaluate the number of commercially important medicinal and aromatic plants (MAPs) found in the trade and explore their distribution pattern and conservation measures along the Himalayan elevation gradient of Nepal. The species data for this study are based on primary as well as secondary sources, where as elevation range data are based only on secondary sources. The number of MAPs species and number of conservation sites present in each 100 m elevation band is estimated by interpolation. The assessed numbers of commercial MAPs are assigned in to different life forms group to find the life form spectrum of commercial species. The number of MAPs species and conservation sites present in each 100 m elevation band are evaluated as a response variable where as elevation gradient is the predictor. The relationship between them is elucidated by scatter plot as well as generalised liner models.
In this study, we have assessed 143 species as commercial MAPs. The variation of MAPs species is found related to elevation. The MAPs species richness increases with increasing the elevation up to 1000 m then decrease with further increasing the elevation thus unimodal type of pattern is observed. The maximum numbers of MAPs are found at 1000 m but maximum numbers of conservation sites are found above this elevation range. We did not find the significant pattern between conservation sites and MAPs species richness along the elevation gradient of the Himalayas. The conservation sites of Nepal are less concentrated where MAPs species diversity is rich.Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/357/349
Title : Distribution and preliminary conservation assessments of commonly used forest species in the Nepalese Himalayas Material Type: printed text Authors: B. Adhikari, Author ; C. A. Pendry, Author ; R. E. Maren, Author ; BHATTARAI, K.R., Author ; CHAUDHARY, R.P., Author Publication Date: 2017 Article on page: 43-54 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Conservation assessments, Forest species, Himalayas, Species distribution Link for e-copy: https://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/18548
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 27:1 (Jan-Jun 2017) . - 43-54 p.[article] Distribution and preliminary conservation assessments of commonly used forest species in the Nepalese Himalayas [printed text] / B. Adhikari, Author ; C. A. Pendry, Author ; R. E. Maren, Author ; BHATTARAI, K.R., Author ; CHAUDHARY, R.P., Author . - 2017 . - 43-54 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 27:1 (Jan-Jun 2017) . - 43-54 p.
Keywords: Conservation assessments, Forest species, Himalayas, Species distribution Link for e-copy: https://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/18548
Title : Local factors influence herbaceous species diversity in macro scale Material Type: printed text Authors: BHATTARAI, K.R., Author ; O. R. Vetaas, Author Publication Date: 2005 Article on page: 26-32p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Nepalese alder vs Uttis, height, diameter, biomass, Pakhribas. Abstract: A long-term growth monitoring experiment on Uttis (Alnus nepalensis) was conducted in the permanent sample plots of the Agricultural Research Station (ARS) Pakhribas, Dhankuta for 10 years (1992-2001). The average annual increment was diameter at breast height 2.14 cm in 8th year, and was 0.13 cm at 16th year of planting. The trees grew 44 cm to 130 cm per year irrespective of the age. The highest growth rate correspondend with higher rainfall during summer (March-April). Estimated biomass of stem and branches increased by 2-2.5 times within the 10 years period. Thinning and felling every year indicated need for timely management of the plantation to provide better growing environment. The data would be useful for growth modelling and proper management of Uttis plantation in Nepal . Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=156&k=
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 15 : 2 (July - December 2005) . - 26-32p.[article] Local factors influence herbaceous species diversity in macro scale [printed text] / BHATTARAI, K.R., Author ; O. R. Vetaas, Author . - 2005 . - 26-32p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 15 : 2 (July - December 2005) . - 26-32p.
Keywords: Nepalese alder vs Uttis, height, diameter, biomass, Pakhribas. Abstract: A long-term growth monitoring experiment on Uttis (Alnus nepalensis) was conducted in the permanent sample plots of the Agricultural Research Station (ARS) Pakhribas, Dhankuta for 10 years (1992-2001). The average annual increment was diameter at breast height 2.14 cm in 8th year, and was 0.13 cm at 16th year of planting. The trees grew 44 cm to 130 cm per year irrespective of the age. The highest growth rate correspondend with higher rainfall during summer (March-April). Estimated biomass of stem and branches increased by 2-2.5 times within the 10 years period. Thinning and felling every year indicated need for timely management of the plantation to provide better growing environment. The data would be useful for growth modelling and proper management of Uttis plantation in Nepal . Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=156&k=
Title : Medicinal plant knowledge of the Panchase region in the Middle Hills of the Nepalese Himalayas Material Type: printed text Authors: BHATTARAI, K.R., Author ; R. E. Maren, Author ; CHAUDHARY, R.P., Author Publication Date: 2011 Article on page: 31-39 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Ethnobotany Panchase medicinal plants ailments Abstract: Use of plants as medicine has been practiced all over the world since the dawn of human
civilisation. In the Himalayas, many medicinal plants yield essential ecosystem services/ benefits
for the subsistence farmers, many of which grow in the forest ecosystem. However, documentation of
traditional medicine and medicinal plants used by local communities is rather poor in Nepal.
Panchase forest, Central Nepal, is home of many wild plants, used in traditional medicine, and a
livelihood source for many ethnic groups. This study was conducted to document medicinal plant
knowledge and plant use in the treatment of different ailments. To explore the ethnobotanical
knowledge interviews were conducted with local healers, plant traders and knowledgeable villagers.
The study provides information on 45 plant species, belonging to 32 families under 44 genera. The
studied medicinal plants were found to be useful for treating 34 different ailments. The study
which has 57% resemblance with previous studies. We conclude that a wealth of ethnobotanical
knowledge still persists in the Panchase region. However, due to land use change and migration it
needs to be preserved for the future through extensive publications and disseminations.Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/?r=4
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 21 : 2 (July - December 2011) . - 31-39 p.[article] Medicinal plant knowledge of the Panchase region in the Middle Hills of the Nepalese Himalayas [printed text] / BHATTARAI, K.R., Author ; R. E. Maren, Author ; CHAUDHARY, R.P., Author . - 2011 . - 31-39 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 21 : 2 (July - December 2011) . - 31-39 p.
Keywords: Ethnobotany Panchase medicinal plants ailments Abstract: Use of plants as medicine has been practiced all over the world since the dawn of human
civilisation. In the Himalayas, many medicinal plants yield essential ecosystem services/ benefits
for the subsistence farmers, many of which grow in the forest ecosystem. However, documentation of
traditional medicine and medicinal plants used by local communities is rather poor in Nepal.
Panchase forest, Central Nepal, is home of many wild plants, used in traditional medicine, and a
livelihood source for many ethnic groups. This study was conducted to document medicinal plant
knowledge and plant use in the treatment of different ailments. To explore the ethnobotanical
knowledge interviews were conducted with local healers, plant traders and knowledgeable villagers.
The study provides information on 45 plant species, belonging to 32 families under 44 genera. The
studied medicinal plants were found to be useful for treating 34 different ailments. The study
which has 57% resemblance with previous studies. We conclude that a wealth of ethnobotanical
knowledge still persists in the Panchase region. However, due to land use change and migration it
needs to be preserved for the future through extensive publications and disseminations.Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/?r=4 PermalinkPermalink
