Asian Journal of Research in Botany

Mutagenicity Effects of Sodium Hypochlorite on Morphological Parameters of Some Spiny Spinach (Amarantus spinosus) Grown in Dutse, Nigeria

Yahaya S.A, Koloche I.M, Mariam N.I, Jibril S.M, Mai-Abba I.A, Okoye C.I, Ibrahim M.P & Abubakar S.I · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2025

Spinach (Spinacia oleracea) is a leafy green flowering plant native to central and Western Asia, though it has been cultivated around the world for centuries. Belonging to the Amaranthaceae family, spinach is widely known for its nutritional benefits and versatility in the kitche...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrib/2025/v8i2273

Effect of Different Light Intensities on Some Morphophysiological Traits in Two Vicia L. Species

Rawan Akkari, Abdulkarim Sharif Ayash & Dina Haddad · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2025

In this research, two Vicia L. species (Vicia Sativa and Vicia Hybrida) were exposed to different light intensities (50,000, 30,000 and 3,000 lux) with a 14:10 light: dark cycle. This study aimed to investigate the effects of different light intensities on photosynthetic pigment...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrib/2025/v8i2271

Comparative Study on the Physio-chemical and Toxicological Properties of Agaricus bisporus (edible) and Amanita phalloides (non-edible) Mushrooms

Achugbu Adaeze Nnedinma, Okoubulu Ben Augustine, Omaka, Onyekachi, Orakwelu, Ncheta Obianuju & Achugbu Obioma Erochukwu · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2025

Comparative studies on the physio-chemical and toxicological properties of Agaricus bisporus (edible mushroom) and Amanita phalloides (non-edible mushroom) were carried out in this study. Samples used in this study were air-dried at room temperature for three days. The air-dried...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrib/2025/v8i2272

Optimization of Mycelial Growth for Mycelial Mat Formation from Polyporales Fungi

Dipa Rani Roy, Sabbir Ahmed, Amit Kumar Dey, Md. Salim Khan, Md. Ahashan Habib, Md. Moniruzzaman, Nayeema Talukder Ema, Md. Al-Amin Miah & Abu Kowser · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2025

Fungal mycelium-based composites are an eco-friendly and sustainable alternative to petroleum-based products, as synthetic goods are a great threat to our natural ecosystem due to their non-biodegradability and toxicity. The aim of this study was to collect, characterize, and opt...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrib/2025/v8i2270

Effect of Different Organic Nutrient Sources on the Germination and Seedling Growth of Jowar (Sorghum bicolor) and Bajra (Pennisetum glaucum)

Pratibha Yadav & Komal Hariyale · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2025

Aim: This study is to examine how different organic and inorganic variations, such as sand, cow dung, vermicompost, and cocopeat, affect the germination of jowar (Sorghum bicolor) and bajra (Pennisetum glaucum) seeds in a growth chamber environment. Study Design: The study was co...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrib/2025/v8i2269

Conservation Status of Lepidolopha nuratavica Krasch: A Rare Endemic Species of the Nuratau Range

Kh. R. Ibragimov, B. Sh. Khabibullaev, Kh. F. Shomurodov, N. Yu. Beshko & Z. Z. Qosimov · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2025

Ecosystems that occur on cliffs and rocky outcrops are home to many plants that are specially adapted to harsh environmental conditions. These habitats are seeing increased pressure from development, recreational use, and invasive species, calling for a thorough evaluation of the...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrib/2025/v8i2268

Beyond Dye and Medicine: Reviving Indigofera tinctoria L. Cultivation for Water Sustainability, Fodder Resilience and Economic Opportunity in Iran

Mohammad Reza Zargaran Khouzani, Mohammad Hossein Gharineh, Ahmad Koochek Zadeh & Amin Lotfi Jalal Abadi · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2025

Drought is an inevitable phenomenon that frequently occurs in hot and arid regions, and Iran faces significant challenges in terms of water availability due to its geographical and climatic conditions. Studies suggest that future years will likely witness more severe droughts and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrib/2025/v8i1267

Effect of Endophytic Fungal Extract of Dregea volubilis (L.F.) Benth. on Dividing Cells of Allium sativum: A Case Study from Telangana State, India

A. ARUNA, M. ABHINESH, KLV VARAPRASAD RAO & V. KRISHNA REDDY · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2025

In this study, we looked at the mitotic cell divisions in dividing root tip cells of Allium sativum to see whether crude extracts of three endophytic fungal species may be mutagenic. Observations were made about the following. The mitotic index (MI) and other abnormalities were b...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrib/2025/v8i1266

Floristic inventory of Meghalithic Site Hirebenakal, Koppal District, Karnataka, India

M. Siddeshwari & K. Kotresha · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2025

Meghalithic site, Hirebenkal located near to Hampi, is the ‘Valley of the Dead’, “Mouryaragudda”, one of the seven wonders of Karnataka & selected for obtaining UNESCO World Heritage status from India for 2025. An intensive field surveys have been carried out in this megalith...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrib/2025/v8i1265

Dynamics and Floristic Diversity of Various Facies of Hygrophilous Vegetation in the Bed of the Nyong at Akonolinga, Centre Region, Cameroon

TOLMO Samson, MAKEMTEU Junelle, ESSONO Damien Marie, TCHOUA Jean Merimée, NJIKE Merlin, MADIAPEVO Stéphane-Nazaire, DENGUAEDHE Th. Steve Kolongo & Noumi Emmanuel · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2025

A phytosociological study of the vegetation in the bed of the Nyong was carried out at Akonolinga in order to understand not only the dynamics and floristic diversity, but also the physiognomy of the different plant groups. A system of 16 plots of varying size was set up in the v...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrib/2025/v8i1263