An exploratory survey conducted in Pykara, Mudumalai, Naduvattam and Ooty Reserve Forests of Nilgiris District, Tamil Nadu led to the collection of several interesting and important plants. Out of these, 39 wild edible fruit plants are represented here.
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Manuscript Published on 01 December 2006
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