Update to Floral Diversity at Gujarat Institute of Desert Ecology (GUIDE) Campus Along with New Distribution of Salsola Oppositifolia Desf. in Kachchh

Rakesh A. Poptani; Bhagirath R. Paradva; Jayesh B. Bhatt; Vivek U. Chauhan

doi:10.36948/ijfmr.2024.v06i02.15556

Update to Floral Diversity at Gujarat Institute of Desert Ecology (GUIDE) Campus Along with New Distribution of Salsola Oppositifolia Desf. in Kachchh

Author(s)	Rakesh A. Poptani, Bhagirath R. Paradva, Jayesh B. Bhatt, Vivek U. Chauhan
Country	India
Abstract	This study explores the biodiversity dynamics within the prestigious Gujarat Institute of Desert Ecology (GUIDE) campus in Bhuj, India, over the span of eight years. Fieldwork conducted during pre-monsoon and post-monsoon periods revealed a significant increase in plant species, genera, and families compared to previous assessments. The taxonomic diversity analysis revealed 239 plant species representing 180 genera and 62 families, with trees, herbs, and shrubs contributing prominently. Fabaceae appeared as the dominant family, followed by Poaceae and Malvaceae. Comparative analysis with previous studies established changes in species composition, notably an increase in tree species and a decrease in herbs. Of particular interest is the discovery of the second distribution of Salsola oppositifolia Desf. on the campus, a plant species first recorded in India in 2022 from Great Rann of Kachchh. The study highlights the crucial role of urban green spaces in supporting biodiversity. With 239 plant species thriving within the campus's urban infrastructure, this study highlights the potential of urban forestry in promotion biodiversity conservation and ecological resilience. Future research directions include exploring the ecological roles of vegetation and development public awareness about the multi-layered benefits of plants beyond oxygen production.
Keywords	Floristic, Guide, Bhuj, Kachchh, Campus, Urban
Field	Biology > Agriculture / Botany
Published In	Volume 6, Issue 2, March-April 2024
Published On	2024-03-23
Cite This	Update to Floral Diversity at Gujarat Institute of Desert Ecology (GUIDE) Campus Along with New Distribution of Salsola Oppositifolia Desf. in Kachchh - Rakesh A. Poptani, Bhagirath R. Paradva, Jayesh B. Bhatt, Vivek U. Chauhan - IJFMR Volume 6, Issue 2, March-April 2024. DOI 10.36948/ijfmr.2024.v06i02.15556
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2024.v06i02.15556
Short DOI	https://doi.org/gtn3wc

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