In India the literature which is available stating about plants is very old. It was in the time of Vedas that the importance of plants as known to people. At that time the plants were explored and classified on the basis of their utility e.g., as medicinal, food, fibre etc. In Rigveda the complete utility […]
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Endemics: Types, Characters and Theories
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In this article we will learn about:- 1. Meaning of Endemism 2. Types of Endemism 3. Characters 4. Theories 5. Factors 6. Endemic Species. Contents: Meaning of Endemism Types of Endemism Characters of Endemism Theories of Endemism Factors of Endemism Endemic Species in India 1. Meaning of Endemism: Endemism means the confinement of a particular […]
Hot Spots in India
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The bio-diversity of the particular place when comes under threat it is called Hot spot or sensitive spot. Indian subcontinent has unique geographical positions, distinct physiographic, edaphic and climate zones and gradients. This subcontinent abodes a very rich and diverse flora and fauna with high percentage of endemism. It is placed 10th among the plant […]