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9 articles for “Poaceae”
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Comparative anatomical study of the spikelet Pedicels of selected species of different Tribes belonging to the Poaceae family in Iraq
Abstract: The current study is a comparative anatomical study of species of the Poaceae family growing in different regions of Iraq, namely Ammochloa palaestina Boiss., Schismus barbatus Thell., Schismus arabica Nees., Arundo donax L., and Cymbopogon bakeri cont. The anatomical study included the anatomy of the spikelet. The results of the current study showed that the anatomical features are of great taxonomic importance and help in isolation and diagnosis, through the …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 38–46 Read article
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Study of the Anatomical Characteristics of Cross Sections in two Species of the Genus Schismus of the Poaceae Family in Iraq
Abstract: The current research included a comparative anatomical study of two species belonging to the genus Schismus L. is from the Poaceae family and grows wild in Iraq. The two species are Schismus arabicus Nees and Schismus barbatus (L.) Thell. The study included anatomical aspects, the study of anatomical characteristics had taxonomic importance in supporting phenotypic traits in diagnosing and isolating the studied species. As the characteristics of the cross-sections of …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 23–31 Read article
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Morphological Study of Pollen Grains and Seeds in Two Species from the Family Poaceae in Iraq
Abstract: Pollen grains and seeds varied in size, color and surface decoration in the species of the genus under study. The shape, dimensions and characteristics of pollen and seeds are important in distinguishing the two genus, so the current study dealt with the phenotypic characteristics of pollen and seeds and took full measurements for them. The phenotypic study showed that the majority of the pollen grains were of a single-grooved style, …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 12–17 Read article
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Review on Biological Properties of Cymbopogon Citratus
Abstract: Lemongrass, Cymbopogon citratus (Poaceae-Gramineae), is an important source of ethnomedicines as well as citral, the primary component of Cymbopogon citratus, which is used in the cosmetic perfumery, and pharmaceutical industries for pathogen control. The word "lemon" comes from the aroma of the plant, which is mostly accountable to the existence of citral, a cyclic monoterpene. Initial research on lemongrass extracts (tea) may have disclosed inconsistent pieces of evidence; however, the …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 24–27 Read article
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Millets as a Sustainable Crop for Nutritional Security: Addressing Malnutrition Challenges
Abstract: Millets are cereal crops belonging to the Poaceae family, which is the scientific name for the grass family. They are classified into two main groups: major millets which include Sorghum, Pearl, Finger millet, and minor millets, such as Little, Foxtail, Proso, Barnyard, and Kodo millet. India is the chief producer of millets, with an annual production of more than 17 million tonnes. This accounts for 80% of Asia’s millet production …
Published in International Journal of Nutritions · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 33–46 Read article
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Flowering Plants of Karnataka State Women’s University, Jnanashakti, Torvi Campus, Bijapur and Its Adjoining Area
Abstract: The goal of this study is to provide the existing botanical inventory of the area. A floristic survey was conducted in the month of September 2013 to May 2014 for the record of flowering plant diversity in and around of Karnataka State Women’s University, Jnanashakti, Torvi Campus, Bijapur. The survey represents 257 plant species belonging to 219 genera and 68 families were identified. Of them, the families like Poaceae, Fabaceae, …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 17–27 Read article
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Diversity of Maize (Zea Mays) Along an Altitudinal Gradient of Kuloor Watershed Kumaun Himalaya, India
Abstract: AbstractZea mays belongs to the family Gramineae (Poaceae) commonly known as Maize. Maize is another Kharif crop locally known as "bhutta," "ghokka," "makka" in the study area Kullor watershed. A total of six landraces of maize are grown in the study area and among these, highest frequency of cultivation (60%) is of the variety Lal and the lowest of Timasia and Pahari (6.6%) each. Considering that the studied watershed is …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 19–26 Read article
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Phenological Attributes of Angiospermic Flora in a Riverine Wetland of Gorakhpur
Abstract: AbstractPhenological investigation of the angiospermic flora in Turanala a riverine wetland of Gorakhpur District in Uttar Pradesh of India was conducted during 2012-2013. Total 166 plant species belonging to 128 genera, under 54 families have been recorded. The leading plant families which play a key role in formation of the vegetation in Turanala wetland were Asteraceae (18 species), Poaceae (14 species), Cyperaceae (12 species), Scrophulariaceae (10 species) and Amaranthaceae (10 …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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A Review on Vetiveria zizanioides Species
Abstract: Vetiver is a perennial grass that can grow under intense climatic conditions such as drought, heavy rains and high temperatures. It is found mostly in Asian countries, belongs to graminaceae or poaceae family. It is commonly known as Khus Khus. Vetiver is a tall, tufted, aromatic grass with a straight stalk, long narrow leaves and an extensive root system. Aromatic oil is derived from vetiver roots, which can be used …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 1–3 Read article