Research Article | Published: 01 December 2011

Woody plant diversity along Tons Riverine ecosystem in Uttarakhand (India)

Arvind Singh and S. P. Joshi

Indian Journal of Forestry | Volume: 34 | Issue: 4 | Page No. 427-432 | 2011
DOI: https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps1000-2011-GCSDX6 | Cite this article

Abstract

The present paper incorporates the woody plant diversity along the Tons river forest ecosystem from Naitwar to Tiuni (42km). This study is restricted to 100m from either side of the river. Tons riverine forest ecosystem supports 156 species, 122 genera and 62 families. The growth habit of the woody flora indicates high percentage of shrubs 50% followed by large trees 39%, woody climber 6% and small trees 5%. The study site indicates rich woody vegetation showing interconnectivity of high altitude and low altitude specific plant species.

Keywords

Catchment, Ficus, Invasive, Exotic, Deforestation

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Singh, A. and Joshi, S.P., 2011. Woody plant diversity along Tons Riverine ecosystem in Uttarakhand (India). Indian Journal of Forestry, 34(4), pp.427-432. https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps1000-2011-GCSDX6

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Manuscript Published on 01 December 2011

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