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Title
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Forest plants of the Nilgiri's_Southern Nilgiri
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Description
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The Forest plants of The Nilgiris_SouthrenNilgiri provides an overview of the Pillur Valley, located in the Nilgiris Biosphere Reserve, highlighting its diverse ecosystems, including dry deciduous forests, riparian forests, and grasslands, along with their unique plant species. It emphasizes the importance of wild edible tubers, rhizomes, and young shoots in the diets of indigenous communities, particularly the Irula people, who possess traditional knowledge about harvesting these resources sustainably. The document also acknowledges contributions from various individuals and organizations in ecological monitoring and expresses concern over the declining knowledge of plant uses among younger generations. Additionally, it aims to document and preserve local ecological knowledge while promoting awareness of the region's rich biodiversity and the need for its conservation.
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Contributor
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Dr. L Rasingam, Dr. Shiny Mariam Rehel, Ms. Rangammal, Dr. P. Lakshminarasimhan, Dr. D.Narashimhan, Dr. Madhu Ramnath
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Date
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1 October 2015
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Format
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pdf
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Language
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English
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Publisher
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Keystone Foundation
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Rights
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Private
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Source
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Ecosystem Alliance India Program- Using Multi Disciplinary Approaches for Ecological and Livelihood Security in the Western Ghats
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Subject
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Ecological studies, Barefoot Ecology
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Original Format
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Book
