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