Floristic Study in Lalpur Upazila of Natore District, Bangladesh: Identification, Distribution and Economic Potential

Rahman, Mahbubur; Hassan, Sharika; Begum, Mahfuza

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“…In the recent past, several attempts have been made on floristic studies in different parts of the country alongside with some protected areas (Khan and Huq, 2001;Alam et al, 2006;Tutul et al, 2010;Rahman et al, 2015;Arefin et al, 2017;Haque et al, 2018;Rashid et al, 2018). Despite sporadic studies on the flora of some upazilas of the country were carried out earlier (Moniruzzaman et al, 2012;Rahman and Alam, 2013;Rahman et al, 2012Rahman et al, , 2019, the flora of Gafargaon upazila has never been explored and the potential of its existing flora has not been evaluated. Therefore, the present study aimed at exploring and identifying the angiosperm flora of Gafargaon upazila, and to focus on the medicinally important plant resources for meeting up the primary healthcare demand of the local people.…”

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Angiospermic flora of Gafargaon upazila of Mymensingh district focusing on medicinally important species

Rahman

Sayma

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2019

Bangladesh J. Plant Taxon

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Gafargaon upazila has been floristically explored to identify and assess the angiospermic flora that resulted in occurrence of 203 taxa under 174 genera and 75 families. Magnoliopsida is represented by 167 taxa under 140 genera and 62 families, while Liliopsida is constituted by 36 taxa belonging to 34 genera and 13 families. Vegetation analysis shows that herbs are represented by 106 taxa, shrubs 35, trees 54, and climbers by 8 species. In Magnoliopsida, Solanaceae is the largest family possessing 10 species, whereas in Liliopsida, Poaceae is the largest family with 12 species. The study has identified 45 medicinal plants which are used for treatment of over 40 diseases including diabetes, ulcer, diarrhoea, dysentery, fever, cold and cough, menstrual problems, blood pressure and urinary disorders by the local people. Some noticeable medicinal plants used in primary healthcare are Abroma augusta (L.) L.f., Coccinia grandis (L.) Voigt., Commelina benghalensis L., Cynodon dactylon (L.) Pers., Holarrhena antidysenterica Flem., Glycosmis pentaphylla (Retz.) A. DC., Mikania cordata (Burm. f.) Robinson, Ocimum tenuiflorum L. and Rauvolfia serpentina (L.) Benth. A few number of species are also employed in cultural festivals in the study area. Cardamine flexuosa With., Oxystelma secamone (L.) Karst., Phaulopsis imbricata (Forssk.) Sweet, Piper sylvaticum Roxb., Stephania japonica (Thunb.) Miers and Trema orientalis L. have been found to be rare in the investigated area. In order to preserve botanical resources of Gafargaon upazila, particularly the rare, threatened and medicinal plants, conservation measures need to be undertaken through both in-situ and ex-situ methods for their sustainable use.

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Angiospermic flora of Gafargaon upazila of Mymensingh district focusing on medicinally important species

Rahman

Sayma

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2019

Bangladesh J. Plant Taxon

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“…Magnoliopsida were represented by 310 species from 242 genera while Liliopsida comprising of 67 species from 49 genera. Earlier, Rahman et al (2019) documented 216 species under 72 families and Khatun et al (2022) reported 194 species under 72 families from adjacent Lalpur and Puthia Upazila respectively. Regarding the distribution of family, Magnoliopsida and Liliopsida consist of 75 and 17 family respectively.…”

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A preliminary inventory of angiospermic flora of bagatipara upazila, natore, bangladesh

Hasan,

Uddin

2024

Bangladesh J. Plant Taxon

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Preparation of the country's flora is very challenging until baseline information on the flora of all district or upazila is available. The purpose of this inventory was to record angiosperm plant species available in the different habitats of Bagatipara upazila, which is located in the eastern part of Rajshahi district. The traditional taxonomic method was applied for plant sample collection in different seasons of the year 2022 and the identification of the collected samples. This research resulted in the recording of a total of 377 species in 92 families. Among them, 310 species were from Magnoliopsida, and 67 were from Liliopsida. Asteraceae and Poaceae were the leading families of Magnoliopsida and Liliopsida, respectively. One-fourth of the total plant species were exotic, and more than half were valuable medicinal species. Artocarpus lacucha, Bridelia stipularis, Callicarpa longifolia, Eranthemum pulchellum, Oroxylum indicum, Potentilla supina, Sterculia foetida, and Terminalia arjuna were locally found rare. Threats such as climate change, expansion of arable land and pisciculture, use of herbicides, over exploitation, clearing brushwood, and unplanned construction activities have been identified. The present study concludes that the floristic composition of this area is still rich, though the area is facing some threats. Therefore, we strongly recommend adopting effective and adequate measures for sustainable conservation and monitoring of the biodiversity of this area. Bangladesh J. Plant Taxon. 31(1): 155-172, 2024 (June)

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“…The northern and eastern hill physiographic unit with sedimentary rock formations includes Upazila. In Upazila, 70% of the population are indigenous peoples, and 30% are immigrants from the lowland plains (Rahman, 2007). The primary land use activity and source of income for these people is shifting cultivation.…”

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Water Crisis in the Rangamati Hill District of Bangladesh: A Case Study on Indigenous Community

Chakma

2023

International Journal of Disaster Risk Management

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The ethnic communities are the most underprivileged and exposed areas in Bangladesh's Chittagong hill tracts. Since the last decade, these areas have been facing severe challenges from climate change, such as drought leading to water scarcity, prolonged rainfall triggering landslides, dry-up of watersheds due to lack of rain, soil erosion, etc. This research aims to identify the key indicators of the causes and consequences of the water crisis caused by climate change and traditional water scarcity adoption practices in terms of sustainable upland water management. However, semi-structured and Key Informant Interviews were conducted following open-ended questionnaires in the Rangamati district. The study found that the locals in this region have few pure drinking water sources and often rely on nearby springs and lakes. It has also been discovered that rising deforestation is drying up the waterways. About 44% of the community states that deforestation is the main reason for the water crisis. According to the community, the situation gets worse during the dry season. Th e study results also show that women face difficulties because they are more likely to collect water for their family members and carry out their daily activities. Future studies should examine various mitigation strategies that are feasible for implementation locally, with a focus on expanding forest cover and afforestation, which could raise the groundwater level and improve the availability of water in the mountainous region. Finally, the findings can assist policymakers, practitioners, and the government in developing policies to benefit this community soon.

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Floristic Study in Lalpur Upazila of Natore District, Bangladesh: Identification, Distribution and Economic Potential

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Angiospermic flora of Gafargaon upazila of Mymensingh district focusing on medicinally important species

Angiospermic flora of Gafargaon upazila of Mymensingh district focusing on medicinally important species

A preliminary inventory of angiospermic flora of bagatipara upazila, natore, bangladesh

Water Crisis in the Rangamati Hill District of Bangladesh: A Case Study on Indigenous Community

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