Endophytic fungi are eukaryotic cells that have co-evolved with numerous plants for symbiotic and mutualistic association. Since centuries, these endophytic fungi are known to support and protect their host plants by secreting various secondary metabolites beneficial to the host...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrib/2025/v8i1252
Zeuxine seetharamii has been discovered from the Anshi National Park, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India. It is dissimilar to other species with thick rhizome, dwarf nature, compactly arranged small flowers, ovary structure and seeds. Labellum is similar to Zeuxine reflexa...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrib/2025/v8i1251
Introduction: The Wani region is located approximately 110 km east of the Yavatmal district headquarters and coordinates at 20°03’20” N and 78°57’12” E. The region boasts a thriving forest, where medicinal plants are a prominent part of the landscape. Aim: The aim of this study i...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrib/2025/v8i1250
This review aims to highlight recent advancements in research on Neem extracts, with a focus on their chemical composition, medicinal properties, and various applications of the Neem tree. Global health and medical practices aim to integrate alternative medicine with evidence-bas...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrib/2025/v8i1249
Ferns are important flora of the tropical forest which provides several ecosystem functions, however, not much attention have been given to this group of plants unlike the seed bearing plants. The Taxonomic inventory and identification of ferns in Ekureku, Abi Local Government Ar...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrib/2025/v8i1248
This study characterized the proximate, mineral, vitamin, and amino acid composition in the aerial parts of Commelina diffusa. The nutritional properties of the plant were estimated exploiting benchmark methods. The crude protein content was 17.39 ±0.04 %, crude fat (11.60±0.03%)...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrib/2025/v8i1247
Pteridophytes and lycophytes make up an important component of tropical flora, providing several ecosystem functions, yet it is neglected and understudy compare to the higher plants. The occurrence, distribution and indigenous uses of ferns within the tropical forest of Cross Riv...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrib/2025/v8i1245
Gaurav F. Nikam, Sakshi D. Bagade, Sapana T. Yadav, Harshal S. Singh, Christopher B. Lobo & Sanket P. Shinde·Asian Journal of Research in Botany·2025
Sansevieria name is derived from that of Duke Raimondodi Sangrio, Prince of Sanseviero (Italy). It is also known as snake plant and mother in law’s tongue. There are more than 100 species in this genus native to Tropical and South Africa. According to Chinese people, the snake pl...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrib/2025/v8i1246
Aim: To determine the influence of fertilizer, salinity, and bicarbonate treatments on vine length, fruit lycopene and carotene contents in snake tomato (Tricosanthes cucumerina L.) Study Design: Complete randomized block design (CRBD). Place and Duration of Study: This study wa...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrib/2025/v8i1244
Christopher B. Lobo, Gauri N. Narawade, Archana P. Kharade, Sayali B. Umap, Sayali H. Dherange & Sanket P. Shinde·Asian Journal of Research in Botany·2025
From ancient times plants are considered an auspicious symbol for many cultural and traditional purposes. Plants have also set their very significance in our lives, not only biologically but also culturally. Plants pose many beneficial activities like air purification, stress red...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrib/2025/v8i1243