Diversity and economic importance of agroforestry species in Dhanore region of Rajouri district, Jammu & Kashmir.

摘要

Agroforestry system constitutes one of the major sources of livelihood and is an integral part of the economy of the inhabitants of Indian Himalayan Region (IHR). Ironically, very few studies are available on the Agroforestry System of the IHR. A study focussing on diversity, nativity, endemism and economic importance of the trees and shrubs constituting the Agroforestry System of the Dhanore region of district Rajouri of J&K State was carried out with a view to compile basic data for further studies. A total of 44 species, 30 trees and 14 shrubs, have been listed. The utilization pattern of these species has revealed that all these are used as fuel; 30 species are also used as fodder for cattle; 22 as edibles; 20 as curatives for various ailments and a few species for other purposes. Twenty nine species have multipurpose utility. Strategies and action plan for conservation management of these species have been suggested.