https://jibs.mripub.com/index.php/JIBS <p>The Indian Botanical Society had its inception in a resolution passed by the Botany Section of the Indian Science Congress at the Nagpur meeting in January, 1920. A Committee of organisation was consequently formed to carry this resolution into effect. This Committee consisted of the late Dr. P. Bruhl of the University College of Science, Calcutta, the late Rai Bahadur K. Rangachariar of the Agricultural College, Coimbatore, the late Rai Bahadur Prof. Shiv Ram Kashyap of the Government College, Lahore, the late Prof. Birbal Sahni, then of the Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, Dr. W. Burns, then of the College of Agriculture, Poona and the late Dr. Winfild Dudgeon of the Ewing Christian College, Allahabad, with Dr. Dudgeon as Chairman.</p> <p>In October 1920, the Committee sent out a letter to as many botanists as could be located in India, inviting them to become Charter Member of the new Society. It was agreed that 25 members would be considered sufficient for founding the Society and that office bearers should be elected when this number was reached. The response to this invitation was so immediate and hearty that it was possible to hold elections for office bearers of the Society by about the middle of November. Upon completion of the election on December 6, 1920 the Society was declared duly organised, and the Committee of organization ceased to exist.</p> Indian Botanical Society en-US The Journal of the Indian Botanical Society https://jibs.mripub.com/index.php/JIBS/article/view/226 Achyranthes aspera L. (Amaranthaceae) is an annual or perennial native herb that is found all over the Indian subcontinent, usually growing along roadsides or in wastelands of tropical and subtropical continents including Asia, Africa, and America. It is a medicinal weed plant possessing pharmacological potential as a purgative, laxative, mild astringent in bowel issues, anti-fertility agent, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antiarthritic, anti-obesity, hypoglycaemic and wound healing properties, etc. that are inferring towards the potential application of the tested plant part extracts in pharmaceutical industries for manufacturing drugs employed in treatment of various human ailments. The methanol extract of (A. aspera L.) root, stem, leaves, and inflorescence was tested for the antioxidant potential against 1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) and FRAP showing their reducing power (Fe3+— Fe2+ Transformation ability). The current investigation however showed relatively lower hydrogen donating potential than the standard ascorbic acid (AA). The relatively strong hydrogen donating and radical scavenging potential of the methanol extract of both root and stem with a comparatively lower IC50 than the antioxidant potential of the inflorescence with a much higher IC50. On the other hand, roots of the plant showed through FRAP, relatively higher reduction potential in the methanol extract of the root and the least FRAP value was observed in the stem extract of the plant. This study provides evidence to substantiate traditional use of the plant for its hydrogen donating as well as the ferrous ion reducing potential. Ashmita Mishra Kiran Khangarot Richa Bhardwaj R.A. Sharma Copyright (c) 2024 2024-03-30 2024-03-30 104 01 35 40 https://jibs.mripub.com/index.php/JIBS/article/view/233 Schweinfurthia pterosperma (A. Rich.) A. Braun is a rare plant species known from few localities of Kachchh district, Gujarat. During the floristic exploration of Bhuj forest west range of Kachchh district, S. pterosperma was collected from the rocky hillocks. Detailed description and photographs are provided for easy identification. Kazbanu A. Sumra Paurav K. Mehta Copyright (c) 2024 2024-03-30 2024-03-30 104 01 64 65 https://jibs.mripub.com/index.php/JIBS/article/view/224 Parthenium hysterophorus is an extremely invasive plant species widely spread across various regions, including India. It is recognized for emitting airborne allergens, which have the potential to induce allergic responses in susceptible individuals. The objective of this study was to examine the prevalence of allergies triggered by parthenium among individuals with allergies living in Chapra town, Bihar, India. The research spanned a two-year period from 2018 to 2020, and the RotoRod Sampler method was utilized to gather data on environmental parameters. Daily information on environmental conditions was obtained from the Bihar Meteorological Department, while data on pollen allergy patients were collected from Sadar Hospital in Chapra. The investigation reports of patients belonging to different age groups were compiled for analysis. The findings indicated that the high concentration of parthenium pollen in the air had significant implications for pollinosis. The spring season is associated with the highest recorded levels of pollen, and there is a clear connection between the release of pollen and the number of individuals suffering from allergies. This correlation affects both local residents and people visiting the area during the peak period of the year. It is recommended that authorities and forest departments exercise caution when selecting invasive species for plantation. Naira Nayab Copyright (c) 2024 2024-03-30 2024-03-30 104 01 21 27 https://jibs.mripub.com/index.php/JIBS/article/view/231 The present study is addition of Chrysopogon asper B. Heyne ex Blatt. & McCann from Poaceae as a new record to the grass flora of Telangana. In addition to this Ecology and distribution was provided. B. Sadasivaiah G. Ramadevi A. Narasimha K. Latha P. Srinivasulu T. Pullaiah Copyright (c) 2024 2024-03-30 2024-03-30 104 01 58 60 https://jibs.mripub.com/index.php/JIBS/article/view/222 The destruction of soil soundness and the expansion of soil pollution are serious problems for both the environment and living organisms. For a long time, chemical fertilizers have been used in enormous quantities to increase crop yields and enhance crop productivity. This causes soil health to crumble. The current approaches to maintain and ameliorate soil health via Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria (PGPR) seems a possible alternate to chemical fertilizers. The application of PGPR is exponentially to rise in sustainable farming on account of its coherent and eco-friendly disposition. It is applied as alternative emanation to decline the utilization of fungicides, chemical fertilizers and pesticides. Bio-fertilizers accelerate the entire growth and yield of vegetation in an ecofriendly manner. Rhizobia play considerable task in nitrogen fixation, augmentation and over all development of plants and crops. This review summarise information about Sesbania sesban a leguminous plant and their place in agriculture, augmentation of crop production, alternative of chemical fertilizers; soil reclamation, reduce pollutants, phytochemicals and medicinal properties. It has great restorative significance in agriculture. Whole plant is rich in phytochemical constituents such as anti-fungal, anti-diabetic, anti-fertility, anti-oxidant, anti-bacterial activities and inflammatory disorders, polyherbal formulations and phytoremediation and soil conditioning Prashant Kumar Harshita Vashistha Sandeep Kumar Copyright (c) 2024 2024-03-30 2024-03-30 104 01 1 12 https://jibs.mripub.com/index.php/JIBS/article/view/229 Ayurveda, the traditional Indian medical system, emphasises a natural, all-encompassing approach to mental and physical wellness. The ayurvedic treatment method heavily relies on plant based preparations, making it one of the oldest healthcare systems in the world. Most of the traditional ayurvedic remedies are polyherbal, combining three to thirty different plants and considered to be have a little or no side effects. However, consuming ayurveda remedies without guidance may cause major health problems. Therefore, for their safe selection and consumption, a full understanding of the medicinal plant and its action is required. The present work focuses on the review of an ayurvedic plant, Merremia tridentata, which is the source of an ayurvedic medicine ‘Prasarani’ in India. It is attributed with astringent, aphrodisiac, laxative and bitter properties. In Ayurveda, the plant has been in medical use since Samhita period and is used for various ailments such as piles, swellings, body pain, tooth ache, ulcers rheumatic affections, stiffness of joints hemiplegia, urinary infections and general debility. Ethnomedicinal uses, phytochemistry and biological activities revealed that M. tridentata is a promising medicinal plant with various pharmaceutical potentials. This study would be an evidence for further investigations related to its pharmacological aspects. Jisa Ann Sabu Brijithlal N. D Copyright (c) 2024 2024-03-30 2024-03-30 104 01 50 53 https://jibs.mripub.com/index.php/JIBS/article/view/227 Spigelia anthelmia L. being a medicinal credence is suggested to be an important herbal drug. Leaves are commonly prescribed for many homeopathic treatments like helminthiasis, asthma, cardiac disorders, neuralgia, iritis and many more, in spite of being known for its poisonous nature. The whole plant and its parts are used for various ailments. Knowing morphology and anatomy are the simplest methods used for the correct identification of any plant. This study reveals the macroscopical and anatomical features of the whole plant of S. anthelmia, which will be helpful to detect the adulteration if any Saloni P. Kothari Devangi P. Chachad Copyright (c) 2024 2024-03-30 2024-03-30 104 01 41 45 https://jibs.mripub.com/index.php/JIBS/article/view/234 To date, two species of the genus Begonia L. have been recorded in Gujarat, namely B. crenata Dryand. and B. picta Sm. Through a comprehensive analysis of literature, field surveys, and examination of specimens housed in relevant herbaria, it has been determined that the previous report of B. crenata in Gujarat was incorrect. B. crenata is exclusively found in the Western Ghats. Therefore, B. picta is the sole species that occur in the state of Gujarat Karan Rana Padamnabhi Nagar Copyright (c) 2024 2024-03-30 2024-03-30 104 01 66 67 https://jibs.mripub.com/index.php/JIBS/article/view/225 According to the current report, the Palamuru University campus in Mahabubnagar, Telangana State, India, has experienced both recovery and harm as a result of the Azadiracta indica dieback disease. In Telangana State, the die back illness has causes immense harm. The Palamuru campus was chosen as the area of study for the current documents. 149 sample trees in all were chosen, and they underwent periodical assessment for a year. According to an analysis of 149 trees, there were 59 large trees, 46 medium-sized trees, and 37 little trees. Where the recovery rate observed by spraying the formulations prepared using the bark extract of neem, oil of Alium sitivam and neem seed oil mixture under regular visits and observations, it is resulted that there is mediated recovery at normal branches (54), highly recovery at side branches and (78), and low recovery at terminal buds (17) were found. The disease initial symptoms were damage to the terminal buds, which are recorded in 17 out of the 149 trees. Additionally the secondary symptoms were also found at tree trunks as the fungi growth as soil covered. The infection was discovered in the sick trees and was then isolated. The current formulation is the first and traditional based method which is provides the basic and ecofriendly control methodology to the research community. The current report is the first and novel methodological study on neem die-back disease from southern Telangana state of India. P Shivakumar Singh H. C. Shrishail Copyright (c) 2024 2024-03-30 2024-03-30 104 01 28 34 https://jibs.mripub.com/index.php/JIBS/article/view/232 A new variety of Vincetoxicum hookerianum is described and illustrated from Komurambheem Asifabad district of Telangana state, India, as Vincetoxicum hookerianum var. suneelae. The new variety is compared with Vincetoxicum hookerianum var hookerianum. Detailed description, comparison table, location map and photographs are provided. Dasari Veeranjaneyulu Medichetti R. Mohan Gollamandala Ravi Copyright (c) 2024 2024-03-30 2024-03-30 104 01 61 63 https://jibs.mripub.com/index.php/JIBS/article/view/223 The present study quantifies the diversity and richness of tree species in temperate forests of Darjeeling eastern Himalaya through stratified random quadrats. A total of 86 woody species belonging to 49 genera and 27 families were reported. Density, basal area, abundance, importance value index (IVI), girth class and Raunkiaer’s frequency were used to assess the structural characteristics of forest. The Shannon diversity index, evenness index and concentration of dominance were 4.349, 0.976 and 0.014 respectively. The IVI values ranged from 0.95 to 8.36. Almost all woody species exhibited contiguous distribution patterns with 12 species random and 2 species distributed regularly. The estimated diversity indices indicated heterogeneity of the forest in its composition, structure and function. Furthermore, dominance-diversity curves were also drawn to ascertain resource sharing among various species in temperate forests Darshana Tolangay Bhumika Pradhan Saurav Moktan Copyright (c) 2024 2024-03-30 2024-03-30 104 01 13 20 https://jibs.mripub.com/index.php/JIBS/article/view/230 Koppal district is popularly known as ‘rice bowl’ of Karnataka and is one of the newly formed districts. Since there are no comprehensive report on floristic diversity of Koppal district till today, hence authors present the first comprehensive report on floristics. This district mostly has rocky terrain on one side and acres of dry land on the other wherein agricultural crops like Jowar, Maize, Chick pea, Redgram, Safflower, Ground-nuts etc. are grown. The survey was carried out during 2016-20 and flora was recorded and plants were collected during all the seasons. The present study reports 430 flowering plant species from this district. Out of 430 plant species, total 57 families were recorded, of which Leguminosae [including Papillionoideae (30), Caesalpinoidaea (23) and Mimosoidaea (20)] the largest family with total 73 species followed by Apocynaceae (27), Malvaceae (22), Asteraceae (20), Acanthaceae and Euphorbiaceae (16), Poaceae (14), Labiatae (12) and other families like Amaranthaceae, Convolvulaceae, Moraceae, Cucurbitaceae, Combretaceae, Rutaceae, Asparagaceae etc. were found to have less species. Dalbergia latifolia, Ficus religiosa , Hardwickia binata, Chloroxylon sweitenia, Syzygium cumini, Bauhinia variegata, Bauhinia racemosa, Ailanthes excelsa, Prosopis juliflora etc. were dominant species found grown in natural habitat throughout the district. Many important medicinal plant species which most of them were herbs and climbers like Abrus precatorius, Achyranthes aspera, Aegle marmelos, Andrographis paniculata, Bacopa monnieri, Gymnema sylvestre, Hemidesmus indicus etc. were found abundant. Aegle marmelos, Ailanthes excelsa, Sygyzium cumini, Dalbergia sissoo, Tectona grandis are cultivated for commercial purposes. Since Koppal district is found to have most of its part a rocky terrain species belonging to Rubiaceae, Apocynaceae, Euphorbiaceae, Rutaceae, Mimosoideae were predominant, of which most of the species are edible like Carissa spinarum, Zizyphus nummularia, Canthium coromandelianum, Balanites aegyptiaca, Annona squamosa etc. the district also comprises ornamental trees, weedy plants, grasses, hydrophytes including Rare Endangered and Threatened (RET) species like Saraca asoka, Pterocarpus santalinus etc. District has a huge repository of curious medicinal plants which have sufficient accumulation of secondary metabolites and can prove potential resources after scientific bioprospection methods. Kavitha Sagar Haleshi C Vijay Danapur Copyright (c) 2024 2024-03-30 2024-03-30 104 01 54 57 https://jibs.mripub.com/index.php/JIBS/article/view/228 Kalidasa was a greatest poet, writer and playwright of Sanskrit literature. He was a court poet greatest king Vikramaditya of Ujjain around 1st century BCE and was one of his nine gems. Kalidasa is the author of two Mahakavyas- Kumarasambhavam and Raghuvamsa, two Khandkavyas- Ritusamharam and Meghadutam and three plays Abhigyanasakuntalam, Malavikagnimitram and Vikramorvasiyam. Among these, Meghaduta is considered to be one of the greatest masterpieces of Sanskrit literature. The Meghaduta literally meaning Cloud Messenger is a lyratic poem written by Kalidasa in northern India. The poem consists of 120 stanzas and divided into two parts, Purva-megha and Uttara-megha. The author has critically gone through the Sanskrit version of famous work Meghadutam and information based on description and distribution of plants has been recorded and presented in this paper. R.L.S. Sikarwar Copyright (c) 2024 2024-03-30 2024-03-30 104 01 46 49