The development of vegetative in the gully erosion sites has been proved to be dependent on the type of soil found in the erosion site. The growth of vegetation along the gully horizon is determined by the depth the roots of these plant species will grow down the horizon. This st...
Ruellia tuberosa is an invasive weed found growing in wide range of habitat particularly those habitats not preferred by other weeds mostly where there is little availability of water. This work studied the anatomical structures that aid its survival and colonization in these hab...
Z mays L. is among the most essential staple crops globally. It has multifunctional uses both as food; feed as well as for other industrial purposes. Pollution of soil by heavy metals is however a huge factor limiting the optimal growth of this crop. The purpose of this study was...
Treculia africana Decne also called African breadfruit is a forest tree in the family Moraceae. The tree crop has been reported to play significant role in medicine, nutrition and agroforestry. A visit to Oban forest in Cross River State revealed mosaic symptoms on the leaves. Th...
Aims: To assess the abundance and diversity of Papilionoideae species in Ngel-Nyaki forest reserve and its surrounding landscape. Study Design: The study area was divided into two habitat types; Protected (Ngel-Nyaki forest reserve) and unprotected habitat (surrounding landscape)...
Aims: Osbeckia octandra (L.) is a medicinal plant widely used in traditional therapeutic systems to treat liver disorders due to presence of important phytochemicals. O. octandra is usually adulterated due to confusion in vernacular names and lack of accurate morphological identi...
I. Essien, Imedimfon, G. Ezekiel, Anietie, O. Ogbemudia, Felix, R. M. Ubom, L. Onyegbule, Chiemeka & I. Udoemah, Iniufak·Asian Journal of Research in Botany·2021
Aims: Ecological Profile Of Ikot Efre Itak Forest, Akwa Ibom State were accessed to ascertain its phytodiversity and soil physicochemical status. Study Design: Systematic sampling method was used in sampling soil and vegetation parameters. Place and Duration of Study: This study...
Cucurbita pepo L is a member of Cucurbitaceae family in the genus Cucurbita. It is grown in Nigeria as a leafy vegetable and for its edible seeds and fruits. This crop has been reported to play important role in nutrition and medicine. A visit to some gardens in the staff quarter...
Aim: To determine the effect of different culture media and grain types on the mycelia growth performance of two Pleurotus spp (P. ostreatus and P. tuber-regium). Study Design: The design this of experiment was a completely randomized design (CRD) with three replications. Place a...
Background: The current study was prepared to collect the ethnomedicinal data from tribal peoples of Niyamagiri hill region of Kalahandi district, Odisha, India. The Tribals of this region have been using medicinal plants to treat various kinds of diseases since time immemorial....
The problem of pollution in our natural resource base has become a major issue in the present world. All organisms are affected by this problem, but the stationary life of plants makes them more prone to damage by a variety of pollutants. Among various pollutants of air, water an...
Aims: To analyze a number of physicochemical and bacteriological parameters of raw and treated water of water purification plant in Dunumadalawa forest reserve in Kandy, Sri Lanka to ensure the continuous supply of clean and safe drinking water for nearby residents. Study Design:...
Aims: to evaluate the growth response of tomato to plant growing structures and media grown in the rooftop garden conditions. Study Design: The factorial experiment was laid out in a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) Place and Duration of Study: This experiment was carried out a...
This study investigated the toxic effect of aqueous extract of Thaumatococcus danielli leaves using morphological and functional changes in the liver and kidney of Wistar rats as indicators.The extract was orally administered to three groups of six animals (n=6) B, C, D at doses...
Aims: To determine effect of selected plant concentrates on the growth of field dodder (Cuscuta campestris). Study Design: A factorial experimental design; using four level extract application from blue gum, cypress, napier grass and distilled water as the control. Place and Dura...