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
Amla or Indian gooseberry is an important medicinal plant in traditional Indian medicine systems. Scientifically it is known as Emblica officinalis Gaertn. or Phyllanthus emblica Linn. Amla flourishes in tropical countries such as Malaysia, Indonesia and Thailand, while also bein...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrib/2025/v8i1242
The study of phytodiversity of flora within the fort is important. Fort flora found within the historical forts of Karnataka, India are vital for their rich biodiversity, including many rare and endemic species. The study of fort flora reports 278 species only angiosperms belongi...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrib/2025/v8i1241
Background: The functions and social aspects of botanical gardens have changed over time. Originally created in the 16th century for the study of medicinal plants, they extended to Asia, America, and Africa between the 17th and 19th centuries, becoming sites for the introduction,...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrib/2025/v8i1239
Passiflora foetida commonly known as ‘Stinking passion flower’ is a medicinal plant, a member of the Passifloraceae family. It is native to the southwestern United States, central and southern America. From ancient times, it is a great source of medicine worldwide. It has been us...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrib/2025/v8i1240
Costus Igneus is a medicinal plant. This plant mostly known as a decorative plant in India, Costus igneus, it is often called the spiral flag is a member of the Costaceae family and has become known as the “insulin plant” because of its purported capacity to increase the manufact...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrib/2025/v8i1238
Gilbert HAIWA, Mana DJIBRILLA, Madeleine HAOUA, Ghislain MOUTHE, Bernadette Gaël NTSA NGONO, Isaac DIZAOU MOUDMASSOU & Tchobsala·Asian Journal of Research in Botany·2025
Biodiversity, a natural biological capital of the earth presents important opportunities for all societies, provides essential goods and services for human livelihoods and aspirations. This work assesses the potential of plant species adopted by the HIMO (High Labour Intensity) a...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrib/2025/v8i1237
Background: Genus Ficus, belonging to the family Moraceae, comprises more than 1,000 species of woody trees, shrubs, and vines. Ficus sur is known as fig trees or figs and native throughout the tropics. Ficus sur is used in Ayurvedic medicine for many health conditions. Aim: This...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrib/2024/v7i2235
Background: According to the Holy Quran, the selected plant species is used for treating different disorders. All plant parts of F. Sycomorus L are pharmacologically active and used in traditional and modern medicine for treating different diseases. Previous several studies showe...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrib/2024/v7i2234
Background: Ficus exasperata (Vahl) is widely used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as diabetes, inflammation, ulcers, hypertension, and infections.The plant parts are also used as animal fodder. Aim: The aim of the review was carried out using data from...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrib/2024/v7i2233
Background: Ficus is the most diverse genus of woody species in Senegal's flora. Ficus trees have many and varied uses, giving them a high socio-cultural and economic value. Ficus thonningii, is extensively used in African ethnomedicine for treating a number of disease conditions...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrib/2024/v7i2232