Plant species diversity assessment and monitoring in catchment areas of River Chenab, Punjab, Pakistan.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Biodiversity data is crucial for sustainable development and making decisions regarding natural resources and its conservation. The study goal was to use quantitative ecological approaches to determine the species richness and diversity of wild flora and the ultimate impact of environmental factors on vegetation dynamics.

Methods

Quadrats having sizes of 1×1 for herbs, 5×5 for shrubs, and 10×10 m2 for trees were used. Various phytosociological characteristics were investigated in association with a wide variety of environmental variables. Soil analysis based on texture, moisture, pH, electrical conductivity (EC), organic matter (OM), available potassium (K), and phosphorus (P) were examined. The existing state of vegetation along the River Chenab was assessed usin

SUBMITTER: Ali MA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9374230 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature