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Evaluation of the Floristic, Phytosociological and Geographic Characteristics of the Understorey of an Ex-plantation of Guarrea cedrata (A Chev.) in the Yangambi DR. Congo

Jean Trésor Bokanga, Isaac Diansambu, Timothée Besisa, Joël Bondekwe, Trésor Bofango & Sylvain Solia · Asian Journal of Biology · 2024

The aim of this study was to evaluate and compare the floristic diversity, phytosociological spectra and geographical characteristics of the understorey of the old abandoned plantation of the Yangambi Biosphere Reserve, using the Martineau and Blanc-étoc silvicultural methods. Th...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i5404

Enhanced Bioavailability and Efficacy of Bacopa Extract and Ebelin Lactone: Preparation and Biological Evaluation

Devaraj Reddy KN, Srilakshmi Aluri, Prathvi Shetty, Shreya Udaya, Shankara Prasad, Sudhanva MS & Shobith Rangappa · Asian Journal of Biology · 2024

Although Bacopa monnieri extract is well known for its cognitive and memory support, it has received minimal attention in pharmacy due to its terrible palatability and poor bioavailability. This study aimed to develop an improved, cost-effective, and eco-friendly process for the...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i5403

Pear Production (Pyrus communis L.) in Jerusalem, Palestine

Jehad M. H. Ighbareyeh · Asian Journal of Biology · 2024

Pear is a tree belonging to the Rosaceae family, sensitive to different environmental conditions. It is spread in East and West Asia, America and the European Union, and its production has an economic role for many countries of the world, including Palestine. Average annual tempe...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i5401

Water Quality and Growth Performance of Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus), Chia (Salvia hispanica) and Lemon Grass (Cymbopogon citratus) in a Media-based Aquaponics System

Zipporah Gichana · Asian Journal of Biology · 2024

High ammonia levels in enclosed fish production systems negatively impact fish growth and hinder optimum production. The objective of this study was to evaluate the (i) biofiltration potential of chia (Salvia hispanica) and lemon grass (Cymbopogon citratus) (ii) the influence of...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i5402

Salicylic Acid Alleviates the Adverse of Salinity Stress in Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum)

Emtiyaaz AL-Maqtary, Isam AL-Madhagi & Khalid AL-Mureish · Asian Journal of Biology · 2024

Aims: To discover the resistance of the Yemeni genotype of fenugreek to salt stress and the impact of salicylic acid on alleviating salt stress. Study Design: The experimental design adopted a completely randomized block design (RCBD), with pots filled with a 1:2 mixture of sand...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i4400

Phytochemical Properties and In vitro Antimicrobial Activity of Methanolic Leaf Extract of Durio zibethinus Murr. on Selected Clinical Isolates

Sunday Adegoke Adeniyi, Gabrial Ademola Olatunji, Olubunmi Stephen Oguntoye & Ezekiel Olatoye Solanke · Asian Journal of Biology · 2024

Bacterial and viral infections represent the most challenging diseases to treat in humans due to resistance to most of the therapeutic agents. The advent of drug resistance factors that have challenged the effectiveness of all antimicrobial agents prompted the investigation of an...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i4399

Review on Organic and Chemical Farming in Agricultural Sector

Subhranshu Panda, Padmini Priyadarsini, Ujju Kumara, Saket Mishra, Shashi Kant Ekka, Akhilesh Kushwaha & Reena Kujur · Asian Journal of Biology · 2024

Present day healthy food is very important but farmers and market people are using more chemicals so that total recourses are polluted. Mainly farmers using more chemical fertilizer so that it is affected to soil, resource, human health, animals and plants. These all are polluted...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i4397

Review on Vertical Farming in Agricultural Area

Uddeshya Tyagi, Munaziha Bashir, Nishant Nayak, Saket Mishra, Akhilesh Kushwaha, Shashi Kant Ekka & Reena Kujur · Asian Journal of Biology · 2024

Vertical farming has the capability to produce the food or any other services in urban areas which are related to it. The goals and vision of vertical farming is planned with the aim of generating sustainable cities around the world. The recent traditional farming approaches due...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i4398

Organic Farming in Agricultural Practices: A Review

Monalisa Singh, Yukta Jaswal, Manavi, Saket Mishra, Akhilesh Kushwaha, Shashi Kant Ekka & Reena Kujur · Asian Journal of Biology · 2024

Creating sufficient food to address the issues of a developing populace has forever been the biggest worry of food strategy creators all over the planet. The review showed that the main benefits of organic farming are ecological insurance and a higher flexibility to natural chang...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i3395

Influence of Seasonal Variations on Population Dynamics of Phyto-Parasitic Nematodes in Soil and Roots of Bell Pepper (Capsicum annuum L.) in Otari, Rivers State, Nigeria

Ekine Emmanuel Green & Ezenwaka Chinonye Oluchi · Asian Journal of Biology · 2024

Weather instability affects nematode proliferation in soil, affecting plant growth. Identifying endemic species and favourable seasons can guide farmers in cultivating crops during specific seasons, minimizing infections and improving yield. A survey to evaluate the influence of...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i3392

Exploring the Influence of Slope Gradient on Tree Species Richness and Forest Structure

Abraham Mahari, Clinton G. Blasin, Aberash Bekele & Anthony T. Watson · Asian Journal of Biology · 2024

Slope gradient is a critical environment factor influencing the abundance, distribution and diversity of vegetation. The objective of this study was to exploring the influence of slope gradient on tree species richness and forest structure in Kpatawee forest, Liberia. Tree diamet...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i3394

A Concept of Hydroponic System in Horticultural Crops

Richa Sharma, Prashant Barnwal, Tikam Das Vaishnav, Saket Mishra, Shashi Kant Ekka & Akhilesh Kushwaha · Asian Journal of Biology · 2024

In now a day’s soil based cultivation is major difficulties due to different man made reason such as urbanization and industrialization. Hydroponic system such as the deep flow technique, nutrient film technique and aeroponic systems are essential tools in plant factories more ov...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i3390

Comparative Study of the Agronomic Performance of Two Sesame Varieties (Sesamum indicum L.): The Case of Local Variety of Central African Origin and Pakréssaya Variety of Burkinabe Origin

Héraclite Bachelard Koyanga Mbalissa, Lucie Aba- Toumnou, Emmanuel Kamba-Mebourou, Etienne Changement, Steve Dieudonné Mbenda & Silla Semball A. · Asian Journal of Biology · 2024

Sesame (Sesamum indicum L) is a crop with high economic potential in Central African agriculture. This speculation is the subject of a booming international trade for its seeds, oil and meal. The objective of this study is to characterize the agro morphological variability of the...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i3391

A Review on Plant Tissue Culture

Shivani Thakur, Shruti, Sohin Hashmi, Saket Mishra, Shashi Kant Ekka, Akhilesh Kushwaha & Reena Kujur · Asian Journal of Biology · 2024

Plant tissue and cell culture involve the aseptic cultivation and propagation of plant cells, tissues, and organs in a meticulously controlled laboratory setting. This innovative method harnesses the potential of nutrient-rich media to efficiently replicate plant cells on a large...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i2387