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20 articles for “Invasive plants”
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Status and Distribution of Major Invasive Plant Species in the Dehradun Region of the Uttarakhand Himalaya
Abstract: Invasive alien plant species are widely recognized as one of the major threats to global biodiversity and ecosystem stability. Their rapid spread and ability to adapt to different environmental conditions allow them to dominate natural habitats and disrupt ecological balance. The present study examines the status and distribution of major invasive plant species in the Dehradun region of Uttarakhand, which is situated in the Himalayan foothills of northern India. Field …
Published in International Journal of Trends in Horticulture · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 17–23 Read article
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Assessing the status of soil seed bank in Parthenium hysterophorus invaded land use types and its social aspects in Lower Hare Watershed, Southern Ethiopia
Abstract: This study aimed to assess soil seed bank of Parthenium hysterophorus under major land usetypes and assess community perception towards the effects of P. hysterophorus on socialaspects in lower Hare watershed. For this study, 210 soil samples were collected from fifteentransect lines in grassland, cropland, and forestland use types. Statistical analysis using threeways factorial ANOVA was used to analyze the difference in density of P. hysterophorusamong various land uses soil …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 43–57 Read article
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Production of Renewable fuel from a high invasive risk native plant
Abstract: Petroleum has been the transportation fuel of choice for more than a century now, but it’s not the only fuel that can run our cars and trucks. Some of the most promising replacements for oil come from organic biomass, including crops such as corn, switch grass, eucalyptus, soybeans and algae, wood, the main sources for the renewable fuels in use today. Bioethanol and Biodiesel are the most widely used renewable …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 22–27 Read article
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Feeding Damage Induced by Brevipalpus Phoenicis Geijskes (Acari: Tenuipalpidae) on the Invasive Weed, sLantana Camara L.
Abstract: The flat mite, Brevipalpus phoenicis is a very common species of tenuipalpid mite, exhibiting an extensive host range and causing economic damage on all types of economic crops, globally. Exotic plants lead to large scale ecosystem degradation due to rapid increase in extent and severity of their invasion. In the present study, an attempt was made to elucidate the feeding damage induced by B. phoenicis on an invasive weed plant, …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 104–108 Read article
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Sustainable Cotton Crop Productivity through Precision Weed Detection: A Deep Learning-Based Approach with UAV Integration
Abstract: Weeds present a major challenge to crop productivity by competing with crops for vital resources, including water, sunlight, and nutrients, often resulting in significant yield reductions. On a global scale, weeds are responsible for approximately 13.2% of annual crop losses, a quantity sufficient to feed nearly one billion people. These invasive plants disrupt agricultural systems and adversely impact crop yields. Given their uneven distribution in fields, ground or aerial robots …
Published in Journal of Aerospace Engineering & Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 19–26 Read article
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Comprehensive Study on the Mechanical and Tribological Response of Waste Tyre Rubber–Natural Fiber Hybrid Epoxy Composites
Abstract: Research into the mechanical and tribological characteristics of Prosopis juliflora-fiber reinforced epoxy-matrix composites with recycled tyre rubber particles is the focus of this investigation. Making use of old tire rubber and bio-reinforcing with fibers from the common invasive plant Prosopis juliflora are the goals of the two-reinforcement techniques. The end goal is to produce long-lasting, cost-effective engineered composite materials with improved performance. A constant epoxy resin matrix was used to …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 · pp. 154–161 Read article
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Assessment of the Effects of Invasive Alien Species on Pastoralist’s Communities Livelihood and Coping Mechanism in Yabello Woreda Borena Zone of Oromia Region, Southern Ethiopia
Abstract: The existence of invasive alien species (IAS) puts substantial pressures to ecosystems in global scale. As a result, coping mechanisms to halt the effects of invasive alien species has been the major strategy in resource poor country recently. Therefore, the overall objective of this study was to assess the effects of Invasive alien species on pastoralist’s community’s livelihood and coping mechanism in Yabello Woreda Borena Zone of Oromia Region, Southern …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 34–40 Read article
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Development of an Environmentally Friendly Bioplastic Film Derived from Water Hyacinth
Abstract: The water hyacinth, an invasive aquatic plant negatively impacting ecosystems, serves as a promising source for raw materials in the production of carboxymethylcellulose (CMC)-based bioplastics due to its high cellulose concentration. This initiative not only mitigates water hyacinth pollution in natural water resources but also contributes to the reduction of plastic waste through the creation of biodegradable CMC bioplastic films. The cellulose extraction from water hyacinth precedes the synthesis of …
Published in International Journal of Toxins and Toxics · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 18–24 Read article
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A Review on Five Medicinal Plants having Antimicrobial Activity Available in Bangladesh
Abstract: In the previous years, there has been an augmented growth in the sector of traditional medicine and achieving acceptance not only in developing but also developed countries due to their natural source and minor side effects. A compendious review was presided to accumulate information about medicinal plants having antimicrobial activity available in Bangladesh. Microbial infection possesses several steps including invasion of foreign substances into the host organism, their multiplication and …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Biodiversity and Conservation of Plant Species
Abstract: Plant biodiversity stands as a cornerstone of the intricate web of life on Earth, encompassing the staggering variety of plant species that grace our planet. This review delves into the nuanced realms of plant biodiversity, unraveling its definition in the context of species diversity, genetic variation, and ecological roles. The importance of this biodiversity resonates across ecosystems, permeating into the fabric of human well-being and maintaining the delicate equilibrium of …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 22–27 Read article
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A Review Report on Insect-Resistant Crops
Abstract: In this article, a review report on insect-resistant crops is presented. In practical agricultural terms, an insect-resistant crop cultivar is one that yields more than a vulnerable cultivar when confronted with insect pest invasion. This paper also describes the effect of insect pest-plant host relationship and advantages to the use of insect-resistant crop varieties. Growing of these crops in developing countries by small farmers is of great significance not only …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 32–34 Read article
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Study on Extraction and Purification of Phytochemicals from Eichhornia Crassipes Leaves
Abstract: Eichhornia crassipes is an aquatic plant that belongs to Pontederiaceae family. It is commonly known as water hyacinth. This annoying plant has been a recurring issue that should have been managed. In comparison to other natural plants and fibers, the seeds of these plants may survive up to 28 years at the water’s surface and have developed extremely quick growth properties. The water hyacinth is regarded as the world’s most …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 24–28 Read article
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Bird-Tree Associations and Co-occurrence Patterns in Delhi: Implications for Urban Ecological Restoration and Invasive Species Management
Abstract: Urban trees and birds are intertwined indicators of ecological resilience in cities. This study maps citywide bird-tree interactions in Delhi, India, hosting more than 300 avian species. The city was divided into hexagonal grids, and bird–tree data (506 interactions) were collected through field surveys across 131 sites using standardized 1-kilometre transects. Native keystone species, like ficus, supported the greatest bird diversity, while invasive Prosopis juliflora was widely used for perching …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1–23 Read article
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Bird-Tree Associations and Co-occurrence Patterns in Delhi: Implications for Urban Ecological Restoration and Invasive Species Management
Abstract: Urban trees and birds are intertwined indicators of ecological resilience in cities. This study maps citywide bird-tree interactions in Delhi, India, hosting more than 300 avian species. The city was divided into hexagonal grids, and bird-tree data (506 interactions) were collected through field surveys across 131 sites using standardised 1-kilometre transects. Native keystone species like ficus supported the greatest bird diversity, while invasive Prosopis juliflora was widely used for perching …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Performance of Artificial Neural Network for Tree Species Identification using Sentinel-2 Data
Abstract: Accurate land cover mapping, especially concerning vegetation, is crucial for effective land use policy planning and sustainable forest management. Hence, achieving accuracy in mapping requires a deep understanding of composition changes, vegetation conditions, and the spatial distribution of tree species. In the spatial context of tree species, it holds significant potential for applications including invasive species monitoring, delineating contaminated areas, and biodiversity conservation. However, traditional methods for tree species identification …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 12–21 Read article
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Smart Innovations for Biodiversity Conservation
Abstract: Biodiversity, or the vast diversity of life on Earth, is rapidly vanishing. In the last few decades, there has been a massive loss. Several animal and plant species have declined in recent decades. At an alarming rate, hundreds of thousands of acres of forests have been devastated. Several blue whales, polar bears, pandas, and other well-known animals starved to death. Many yet-to-be-discovered species are also in jeopardy. In recent years, …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 26–29 Read article
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Treated Sewage in Fish Farming and Ecological Challenges
Abstract: The use of treated sewage in fish farming presents a sustainable and cost-effective approach towards resource conservation and aquaculture productivity. Treated sewage is enriched with essential nutrients, like nitrogen and phosphorus, which supports the growth of aquatic plants and phytoplankton. These are vital components of aquaculture ecosystems. This practice reduces freshwater dependency and mitigates waste disposal challenges as well as aligns with circular economy principles. Pilot projects in China and …
Published in International Journal of Marine Life · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 26–31 Read article
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Clinical Fusariosis in India: Taxonomy, Pathogenesis, and Therapeutic Challenges
Abstract: Fusarium species are emerging opportunistic pathogens in humans, responsible for a wide spectrum of infections ranging from superficial keratitis and onychomycosis to life-threatening disseminated disease in immunocompromised hosts. Historically regarded as plant pathogens and environmental saprophytes, these hyaline moulds have become clinically relevant with the increasing use of intensive chemotherapy, haematopoietic stemcell and solidorgan transplantation, and widespread use of broadspectrum antibiotics and corticosteroids. In India, Fusarium assumes particular importance due …
Published in International Journal of Pathogens · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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An Integrative Review of Male Sexual Disorders and the Therapeutic Role of Unani Aphrodisiacs
Abstract: Sexual health is a vital component of overall well-being, encompassing physical, emotional, and psychosocial dimensions. Male sexual dysfunction – including conditions, like erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, and low libido – can significantly impact quality of life and intimate relationships. Aphrodisiacs, derived from the Greek goddess Aphrodite, are substances that stimulate sexual desire and performance. Historically, natural aphrodisiacs have been used in various cultures and include plant-based substances such as Yohimbine, …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 8–15 Read article
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A Review: The Global Burden of Breast Cancer
Abstract: Breast cancer is most common invasive cancer and the second main cause of death in women. In breast cancer the cancerous cells break out from inside the ducts and invade nearby tissue and increasing the chances of spreading the cancer to other body parts. Out of every 100 breast cancer patient, presently 4% are in the age group 20-30, 16% are in 30–40, 28% are in 40–50. Breast cancer has …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 8–16 Read article