Research Article | Published: 01 September 2014

Bamboos Diversity and its Utilization among the Lepcha Tribe of Dzongu Valley, Sikkim, India

T. P. Sharma, S. Dahal and S. K. Borthakur

Journal of Non-Timber Forest Products | Volume: 21 | Issue: 3 | Page No. 163-166 | 2014
DOI: https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps2000-2014-2HLSP2 | Cite this article

Abstract

Dzongu valley is richly endowed with the bamboo resources and it plays an important role in socio-economy of Lepcha tribe which inhabit the valley. Lepchas are known for their skill and traditional knowledge on bio-resources. They use bamboo for construction of houses, making baskets, prayer flag pole, bow, arrow, fishing devices, house hold articles, handicrafts etc. The present paper deals with documentation of bamboo species occurring in Dzongu valley, along with their local name and traditional products.

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Sharma, T.P., Dahal, S. and Borthakur, S.K., 2014. Bamboos Diversity and its Utilization among the Lepcha Tribe of Dzongu Valley, Sikkim, India. Journal of Non-Timber Forest Products, 21(3), pp.163-166. https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps2000-2014-2HLSP2

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Manuscript Published on 01 September 2014

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