In vitro and in vivo propagation of Monotheca buxifolia (Falc.) A. DC. An economical medicinal plant

Haq, Zahoor Ul; Rashid, Abdur; Khan, Shujaul Mulk; Razzaq, Abdul; Al-Yahyai, Rashid; Kamran, Saqib; Ali, Shaukat; Ali, Sawera; Saifullah, -; Abdullah, Abdullah; Rehman, Abdul

doi:10.1016/j.chnaes.2019.05.016

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“…The use of natural resources and ecosystem services of Monotheca -dominated vegetation types are somewhat diverse from other mountain ecosystems of Pakistan [ 19 , 46 ]. This may be attributed to several factors including habitat characteristics, resources availability, characteristics of inhabitants, literacy rate, economic condition, mass migration, etc.…”

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“…They also provide timber as a fuel and construction material, fodder, fruit, and traditional medicines, establishing a close link between high mountain ecosystems and communities [ 28 , 61 ]. Sometimes, these services are the only source of food for a household, so the degradation of these phytocoenoses is a time bomb for the loss of biodiversity and ecosystem services [ 19 , 62 ].…”

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“…These habitats are highly involved in providing several ecosystem services (fruit, timber, shelter) to local inhabitants due to constant economic crises [ 18 ]. Plant species valued for their characteristics and services have long been considered a gift from the creator, one that should be managed with special care [ 19 ]. Both the canopy species and understory vegetation of Monotheca phytocoenosis provide fruits, food, fodder, traditional medicines, and spots for tourism [ 17 ].…”

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Ecosystem Services and Linkages of Naturally Managed Monotheca buxifolia (Falc.) A. DC. Forests with Local Communities across Contiguous Mountainous Ranges in Pakistan

Ali

Khan

Rahmonov

2022

Biology

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The local community of the Suleiman and Hindukush mountain systems in Pakistan has largely depended on the natural resources of the environment since ancient times. The ecosystem of these regions is under huge pressure due to a lack of awareness and the uncontrolled interference of communal, commercial, security, political, and ecological conditions. The present study was designed to illuminate the link between mountain society and the consumption of the benefits from Monotheca phytocoenoses using the ecosystem services concept from the sphere of the socio-ecological system to cultural relations. The use of this approach is very important due to the visible role and dominant status of Monotheca vegetation within the ecological system of the region. M. buxifolia is strongly connected with both local and cultural traditions and is counted as a key species, particularly for high-mountain inhabitants. We report that Monotheca phytocoenoses provide several services including shelter, food, fodder, medicines, and wood, etc., to the indigenous community and is highly valued in the local culture because of the poor economic condition of the society. The concept of this cultural keystone species is crucial for understanding ecosystem services and must be considered for the protection and conservation of these habitats. The results of field and social studies have shown that the stable maintenance of Monotheca phytocoenosis forests ensures the existence of key species as the most important providers of ecosystem services, e.g., provisioning, regulation, maintenance and cultural services, indicating the close relations between society and the protection of mountain areas. According to the results obtained, the mountains community of the studied area believes that tree species like M. buxifolia, F. palmata, O. ferruginea, P. granatum, A. modesta, J. regia, etc., are the key components contributing to the function of both the mountain ecosystem and communities’ well-being. This approach will be extremely useful for ensuring an inclusive management of the socio-ecological system of the Hindukush and Suleiman Mountain ranges of Pakistan.

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Ecosystem Services and Linkages of Naturally Managed Monotheca buxifolia (Falc.) A. DC. Forests with Local Communities across Contiguous Mountainous Ranges in Pakistan

Ali

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Rahmonov

2022

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“…Huma et al (2013) found that the best way to break dormancy to get germination of S. mascatense seeds was through mechanical scarification. Similarly, Ul Haq et al (2019) had success utilizing the fungus Rhizophus stolonifera to digest the seed coat to promote germination. They also succeeded in propagating S. mascatense through tissue culture (Ul Haq et al, 2019).…”

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Sideroxylon mascatense: A new crop for high elevation arid climates?

Hopkins

Al-Yahyai

2020

Jour. Agri. & Mar. Scie.

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This paper reviews the existing research on Sideroxylon mascatense, and provides an argument for being considered a fruit crop in cultivated production systems in the Sultanate of Oman and elsewhere. Climate change due to global warming has adverse effects on the agro-ecosystems of mountain regions in marginal climate zones. For example, in the Western Hajar Mountains of Oman, yields of the temperate fruit crops have decreased in recent years as temperature and other climate anomalies have increased. Other fruit-bearing wild plants have also been impacted by extreme weather fluctuations, particularly those that occupy a narrow altitudinal range. One such plant is S. mascatense, a currently underutilized fruiting plant found growing in the wild all through the Middle East and other arid mountainous regions. Two fruiting types of S. mascatense are found in Oman, both of which are seasonally wild harvested by mountain inhabitants and sold in markets as well as along the roadsides. While some specimens exist in cultivated areas, propagation and new plantings are non-existent. Regeneration in the wild is also in decline in Oman, possibly due to climate change. Increasing S. mascatense populations could be achieved via propagation, as well as commercial cultivation, although further research is needed into cropping systems and best practice methods.

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“…Himalayan alder is a special tree having mycorrhizal association and with excellent heavy metals accumulation capability. The alder tree absorb heavy metals and reduce the risk to its physiological or anatomical features by unique association with fungi [7][8][9]. Heavy metals accumulation studies on Alder species were carried out in different countries.…”

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Heavy metals uptake ability from water by the Himalayan alder growing in Riparian habitat of Sino Japanese regions in Pakistan

Haq¹

2020

PAB

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The excess amount of heavy metal in soil pose a serious risk for the life and food chain of living beings. The recommended and feasible procedure to combat heavy metal is plantation of trees with excellent capacity of accumulation. Alnus nitida is a plant species grown on the banks of rivers and streams in western Himalayas and Hindu Kush region of the Sino-Japanese belt. It plays a significant role in accumulation of heavy metals from water. In current study it was explored in the west from Bajaur to Kashmir in the east. For heavy metals analysis shoot, leaves Root and Bark of Alnus nitida were washed thoroughly under tap water and then placed in an 81 °C oven to dry it for about 5 minutes. After acid digestion plant material were put in falcon tube to raise the level of sample to 40 ml through distilled water. The accumulation of heavy metal in Himalayan alder was assessed via atomic absorption spectroscopy. The Heavy Metals analyses were carried out to find the bioaccumulation ability of Alder by using standard formulas of bio concentration factor (BCF), Translocation Factor (TF) and Biological Accumulation Coefficient (BAC). It was observed an efficient accumulator of all the heavy metals as revealed by the values of BCF in shoots, BCF in roots and also the TF. Himalayan Alder has greatly declined through out in its habitat as a result of drought, developmental projects, deforestation and other anthropogenic activities. Current study can provide a baseline for further comprehensive studies heavy metals studies of other such species.

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In vitro and in vivo propagation of Monotheca buxifolia (Falc.) A. DC. An economical medicinal plant

Cited by 7 publications

References 12 publications

Ecosystem Services and Linkages of Naturally Managed Monotheca buxifolia (Falc.) A. DC. Forests with Local Communities across Contiguous Mountainous Ranges in Pakistan

Ecosystem Services and Linkages of Naturally Managed Monotheca buxifolia (Falc.) A. DC. Forests with Local Communities across Contiguous Mountainous Ranges in Pakistan

Sideroxylon mascatense: A new crop for high elevation arid climates?

Heavy metals uptake ability from water by the Himalayan alder growing in Riparian habitat of Sino Japanese regions in Pakistan

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