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154 articles for “Botanicals”
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Spray of Neem Leaf Extract Decreases the Leaf Sugary Incidence and Aphid Populations on Sorghum Leaf
Abstract: ABSTRACTIn the present study, the effect of Neem leaf extract on leaf sugary disease and aphid populations on sorghum leaf was studied using different concentrations of NLE (aqueous), viz., 10%, 20% and 30% along with the water spray and control blank. In Rabi 2005 on 45th day, percent disease incidence was 71.6% and in 30% NLE-treated plant, it was 27% with percent inhibition of 63%. In Rabi 2006, disease incidence …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 1, Issue 3, 2012 · pp. 8–12 Read article
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Phytochemical and Nutritional Analysis of Wild Edible Fruit of Diospyros melanoxylon Roxb. used by the Tribes of Bhiwapur Tahsil of Nagpur District, (M.S.), India
Abstract: AbstractWild edible fruits play an important role in human life and are the important constituents of the traditional diet. Due to their easy availability, these fruits are very commonly utilized by the tribal population. The study aimed to understand the utilization of wild fruit of Diospyros melanoxylon Roxb. The contemporary investigation marked to access the nutritional and phytochemical analysis of full-grown fruits of a widely known medicinal plant of Diospyros …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 19–24 Read article
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Extended Distribution of Passiflora alata Curtis (Passifloraceae) in India
Abstract: AbstractA Brazil species Passiflora alata Curtis (Passifloraceae), an evergreen vine and a native of Peru, is cultivated for its fresh fruit and juice markets on commercial scale. So far it is known to occur only in Gudalur taluk of Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu and Marathwada in Aurangabad in India. Occurrences in Yercaud Hills in the Salem district of Eastern Ghats of Tamil Nadu form an additional/extended distribution in India.Keywords: Passiflora alata, …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 13–15 Read article
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Occurrence of an Australian Species Tinospora smilacina Benth. (Menispermaceae) in India
Abstract: AbstractThe present paper limelight the occurrence of Tinospora smilacina Benth. An Australian species collected from the Maruthamalai hills, Western Ghats of Tamil Nadu in India. A detailed taxonomic description, distribution, photograph and illustration of this newly recorded species are provided to facilitate easy identification.Keywords: Tinospora smilacina, menispermaceae, new record, Western Ghats, IndiaCite this Article M. Parthipan, A. Rajendran, A. Sarvalingam. Occurrence of An Australian Species Tinospora smilacina Benth. (Menispermaceae) in …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 16–18 Read article
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Chemical Content Variations of Hypericum perforatum Growing in Turkey during its Ontogenetic and Diurnal Cycles
Abstract: AbstractThe biological activities of Hypericum perforatum have been mainly attributed to its hypericin and hyperforin contents. The present study was conducted to determine ontogenetic, morphogenetic and diurnal variation of hypericin, pseudohypericin and hyperforin contents in H. perforatum growing in Turkey. Plants were harvested at floral budding, full flowering, fresh fruiting and mature fruiting stages three times a day. When harvested they were dissected into stem, leaf and reproductive tissues, which …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 3–12 Read article
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Calyptocarpus vialis Lees: New Record to Southern Western Ghats of Tamil Nadu
Abstract: AbstractThe present paper reports new distributional areas of Calyptocarpus vialis Lees. collected from the Maruthamalai hill of Southern Western Ghats of Tamil Nadu. In the present study, taxonomic description, distribution and comparison with allied species of this newly recorded species are provided.Keywords: Asteraceae, Calyptocarpus vialis, occurrence, Southern Western Ghats, Tamil NaduCite this Article Parthipan M, Rajendran A. Calyptocarpus vialis Lees: New Record to Southern Western Ghats of Tamil Nadu. Research …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–2 Read article
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Comparative Study on the Effect of Growth Regulators on The Development and Multiplication of in vitro Germinated Orchids of Bangladesh
Abstract: Abstract‘In vitro’ culture response of different plant growth regulators was assessed in two indigenous medicinal orchid species namely, Acampe papillosa (Lindl.) Lindl. and Aerides odoratum Lour. orchid for optimum callus induction and plantlet regeneration. Leaf and nodal segments of in vitro grown seedlings of the both species were cultured on MS and PM (Phytamax) media supplemented with different concentration and combinations of plant growth regulators of Auxin and Cytokinins. The …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Effect of Salicylic Acid on Biochemical Traits in Two Cultivars of Soybean under Salt Stress
Abstract: AbstractSoybean is considered to be moderately salt sensitive species and is affected by salinity condition in terms of growth and yield. Among the abiotic stress, salinity is one of the serious agricultural problems worldwide which reduces field production. Foliar feeding of plants can effectively improve plant growth and productivity and is known to be more effective than soil application. Salicylic acid (SA) is a naturally occurring plant growth regulator which …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 9–18 Read article
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Effects of Exposing Potato Tuber Seeds to UV Radiation on Growth, Yield and Yield Quality
Abstract: AbstractAn experiment with randomized complete block design with three replicates were carried out in the fields of Iraq i.e. College of Agriculture, Abu-Ghraib, Baghdad, Iraq by exposing potato tuber seeds (class Elite) for the spring season and (class A) for autumn season to UV radiation for 0, 15, 30, 45, 60, 90 or 120 min. a week before planting, to investigate the effects of UV radiation on vegetative growth, yield …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 19–26 Read article
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An Assessment of Soil Carbon Efflux between Agroecosystem and Forest Ecosystem at Indo-Gangetic Plains and Vindhyan Highland, India
Abstract: AbstractAssessing the effect of land-use changes on soil (Carbon di-oxide) CO2 efflux is imperative to understand the interactions between belowground metabolism and regional carbon budgets. In this study daytime soil CO2 efflux from agriculture and forest ecosystem in Indo-Gangetic plains and Vindhyan highland were measured through Li-cor 6400. The relationship between the soil temperature, soil moisture and soil CO2 efflux of these two zones along with soil properties were also …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 27–35 Read article
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Ethno-medicinal Plants of the Family Euphorbiaceae in Southern Bankura of West Bengal
Abstract: Abstract This paper presents documented potential ethno-medicinal plants of family Euphorbiaceae. Use of different plants for medicinal purpose is very common among the tribal communities of southern Bankura of West Bengal. In this present study, the 13 plant species of Euphorbiaceae were found effective in curing some common diseases. These plants are enumerated with binomial names, vernacular names, parts sued, habit ethno-medicinal uses by different tribes. Religious and cultural faith, …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 36–39 Read article
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Optimization of Culture Conditions for the Mass Cultivation of Amphora coffeaeformis: A Promising Marine Diatom for Biodiesel Production
Abstract: Microalgae are promising primary producers involved in sustainable energy. As the oceanic environments are dwindling environments the primary productivity is influenced by light and temperature thereby altering the biochemical composition of the algae Amphora coffeaeformis, being a marine organism can be grown in varied environments, however for higher yield of biomass and lipid production simple modifications in the culture conditions is required. This study helps to exploit this species for …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 11–16 Read article
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Phenological Studies on Vegetative and Reproductive Parts of Dendrophthoe Falcata (L.F) Ettingsh
Abstract: Dendrophthoe falcata (L.f) Ettingsh is an important hemi-stem parasitic angiosperm belonging to the family Loranthaceae. Phenological study is one of the most important traits in relation to plant growth, development and pollination system and considered as an important tool for the ecology and evolution. The complete development of leaf took 50 days from the initiation till the expansion, while the flower initiation to maturation period was 44 days and the …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 22–28 Read article
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A Review on Cucurbita
Abstract: Cucurbita species is a good nutritional vegetable species and belongs to cucurbitaceae family. It is commonly grown throughout the world. It’s appearance is of green and yellowish-orange color. It contains so many nutritional values like proteins, fatty acids, carbohydrates and phytochemical constituents like phenolic compounds, flavonoids, tannins, etc. It shows so many pharmacological activities like anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, anti-ulcer, anti-diabetic activities, etc.Keywords: Pumpkin, phytochemicals, anti-diabetic, nutrition, gallic acidCite this ArticleAman …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 15–16 Read article
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Determination of Antioxidant Activity of Phenolic Extract of Grapes
Abstract: The grapes were extracted under various conditions using different solvents. The antioxidant activity of solvent extracts was investigated by DPPH radical scavenging method. Ethanol extract exhibited the highest antioxidant activity compared to the other solvents (BuOH, EtOAc, Me2 Cl2 and pet.ether). There was a correlation between antioxidant activity and total phenol content. HPLC analysis of the extracts showed that gallic and cinnamic acid was the major phenolic compounds in grapes. …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 17–21 Read article
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Postharvest Quality and Longevity of Gerbera Varieties as Affected by Different Floral Preservatives
Abstract: Gerbera, Gerbera jamesonii of Asteraceae family is grown for garden decoration, cut flowers and stands at fourth position in international flower market. Cut gerbera flowers are sensitive to microbial contamination, insufficient water uptake and short vase life. Use of sucrose with organic acids as preservative solution may help to increase the postharvest life of cut flowers. So, an experiment was conducted in the Horticulture Laboratory of Lamjung Campus during January …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 29–35 Read article
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Sacrifice of Younger Flowers for the Development of Older One Under Stressful Condition: An Interesting Report in Cereus peruvianus Mill
Abstract: An interesting observation was made when the flowering phylloclade of Cereus peruvianus Mill. was cut and put in water for few days then the oldest bud developed into the flower while all the other younger buds get ceased. Such type of observation tends to generate a curiosity in the plant developmental studies citing the utmost effort made by the plant to continue and complete the reproductive growth.Keywords: Flowering, Cereus peruvianus, …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 12–14 Read article
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A Review on Micropropagation of Rare Plant Species: Ashwagandha
Abstract: Micropropagation is a technique of rapidly multiplying stock plant materials to large number of progeny plants. Some plant species available in the nature contains few traits of medicinal value. From those species, Withania somnifera is found to be rarely available, having medicinal value and also well in vitro regeneration. Most of the plant species especially like Withania somnifera are having medicinal values and cultivated on land even after their good …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Effect of Vase Solutions on the Postharvest Life of Cutrose Flowers
Abstract: Different vase solutions having different concentrations were prepared and applied to cut rose flowers. On the basis of their physical appearance, flower diameter, fresh weight, flower longevity, water balance, moisture, electrolyte and pH, effect of different treatments was analyzed. Different treatments include aluminium sulphate, cobalt nitrate and silver nitrate along with 2% sucrose solution. All vase solutions tested under current study are capable of extending postharvest vase life in cut …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 7–11 Read article
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Analysis of Genetic Basis for Morphological Variations in Normal and Tissue Cultured Plants of Andrographis paniculata in Association with or Without Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi using AFLP Markers
Abstract: Andrographis paniculata Nees, a member of Acanthaceae, is one of the important medicinal herbs. The active principle, Andrographolide esters has a paramount importance in pharmaceutics. Morphological variants have been reported both in natural populations collected from various geographical areas and micropropagated plants raised through tissue culture that need to be analyzed with proper molecular tools. In order to facilitate reasoned scientific decisions on its management, conservation and prepare for a …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–11 Read article