BIODIVERSITY SURVEY ON MEDICINAL AND ORNAMENTAL · PDF fileBIODIVERSITY SURVEY ON MEDICINAL AND ORNA MENTAL PLANTS IN VIT UNIVERSITY Anooj E S 2, Pavithra K H 1, Danie kingsley J 1,

BIODIVERSITY SURVEY ON MEDICINAL AND

ORNAMENTAL PLANTS IN VIT UNIVERSITY

Anooj E S2, Pavithra K H

1, Danie kingsley J

1, Praseetha PK

2*

1- School of Bioscience and Technology, VIT University, Vellore

2- Department of Nanotechnology, Noorul Islam University, Kumaracoil, Thuckalay

*Corresponding author: Department of Nanotechnology, Noorul Islam University,

Kumaracoil, Thuckalay Ph. +919486855091, Email [email protected]

ABSTRACT

The paper deals with the distribution of medicinal and ornamental plants in VIT University,

Vellore. We have done a survey on biodiversity of medicinal and ornamental plants inside the

VIT University Vellore. We collected plant samples as well as took the photograph of all the

plants, which we found in our campus. The plant species were identified with the help of a

botanist. We classified them as medicinal and ornamental plants. These medicinal and

ornamental plants, further classified as herbs, shrubs, trees, cactus, house plant,

creepers/climbers and we have given them a unique code. There are 80 medicinal plants

belonging to 42 families and 43 ornamental plants belonging to 26 families among which few

were used for their commercial values. We have also studied few exotic plant species native

to other countries which have been successfully grown in VIT University. The biodiversity

conservation in and around VIT University has been discussed in the paper.

Key-words: Biodiversity, medicinal plants, ornamental plants, Vellore.

INTRODUCTION

India is twelfth massive nation and wealthiest country in term of biodiversity in the world

(Sahu 2016). India has remarkably diverse environmental, vegetation and marine biodiversity

in the world, which has 16000 floral species, out of which 7500 species are medicinal plant.

(Arora 1987), (Kala 2005). Some of the biodiversity hotspots hold endemic species in India,

which are Western Himalayas, Eastern Himalaya, Indo-Burma, and Ganga plain, the Deccan,

the Malabar and Andaman, Sri Lanka includes hot spots covering less than 2% of the world’s

land area is found to have about 50% of the terrestrial biodiversity (Sahu 2016). Nicobar

Island was declared as ‘World Biosphere Reverse” in 2013 by United Nation (Gaurav Moghe

2011). The World Health Organization has reported 80%of African population which utilizes

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traditional medicine. The commercial value of this herbal medicine at USD 60 billion

annually and increasing eventually (Elujoba et al., 2005).). One sixth of landmass of Tamil

Nadu is covered with forests. In Southern India, Tiruneveli hills is one of the rich in plant

biodiversity it contains around 300 medicinal plant which is used to treat cold, fever,

headache, poisonous bites and skin diseases. Tirunelveli hills occupy Tiruneveli and

Kanyakumari district (Mallapureddi Vikram Reddy 2008).Vellore district lies between 12°

15’ to 13° 15’ North latitudes and 78° 20’ to 79° 50’ East longitudes in Tamilnadu State. The

city experiences a moderately Tropical climate. The relative humidity remains in the range of

40-50%. The average maximum temperature remains in the range of 25° C. During summer

maximum temperature is 39.8° C and the minimum is 29.4° C, during winter the maximum

temperature is 27.3° C and the minimum is 17.9° C. Both southwestern as well as North-

eastern branches of monsoons bring rain to the city of Vellore. The average annual rainfall is

around 954 millimeters. Annual rainfall of the district is 9222.4 mm. Vellore experiences

high temperature throughout the year. Black loamy soil is found in this area, which contain

nutrients and humus than sandy soils. The other type of soil in the city is chiefly gravelly,

stony and sandy of the red variety (Vellore online 2009). The total area of VIT campus is

around 350 acres. The VIT University is located on a sprawling campus located just off the

Katpadi-Ranipet state highway; it lies on the bank of the Palar River on the site of Vellore

Fort. The city is located between Chennai (145 km), Bangalore (215 km) and the temple

towns of Thiruvannamalai and Tirupati. The campus is a judicious mix of building complexes

and large open green areas. Vellore Institute of Technology University (VITU) is said to be a

green campus and it has a nursery, which consists of green cover and provides a soothing and

refreshing environment for the students and other people who belongs to this University. The

“Green Vellore” Project initiated by VIT University, Vellore which was inaugurated by M.S.

Swaminathan, Chairman of M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation to maintain the

ecological security of the city (The Hindu 2009). Lately, the popularity of traditional

medicine is increasing because it is obtained from natural plant sources to cure various

diseases. In a research paper, it has been reported 114 plant species belonging to 51 families

were used as an oral medicine used to cure toothache, gum problems and other dental

diseases (Ganesan 2007) [10]. Pachamalai hill has affluent medicinal plants used for common

ailments such as asthma, cough, cold, fever, stomach problems, snake bites, skin disease etc

(Rajadurai et al., 2009) Demand for medicinal plant in the field of drug discovery and

pharmaceutical industries have been increased in recent years. Medicinal plant has a

tremendous role in Ayurvedic, Unnai, Siddha and Homeopathic systems (Gaurav Moghe


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2011). As a result of unscrupulous usage of medicinal plant for drug discoveries in

pharmaceutical industries, which exhaust the native plant population. Many of these are close

to extinction due to over harvesting. Some important species need immediate attention for

conservation in India (Samant 1998).In recent online research paper it was over 80 percent of

the population in Asia and Africa and 84-90 countries in the world utilize traditional

medicine rather western medicine, (Priya Shetty at Sci Dev Net 2015). Different varieties of

ornamental plants are cultivated as an indoor and outdoor plant for their redolence and

amiable property Mostly ornamental plants are grown in urban and rural areas to recede

pollution, deforestation and afforestation and as landscaping plants (Shakil et al., 2015).

METHODOLOGY:

We collected plant samples as well as took the photograph of all the plants, which we found

in our campus. The identification of plants was done with the help of the experts available in

CBMR nursery VIT University, Vellore. We have categorized them as medicinal and

ornamental plants .Further classified those medicinal plants as herbs[Fig.1 A], shrubs[Fig.1

B], trees [Fig.1 C], climbers[Fig.1 D], cactus[Fig.1 E], and succulent garden plant[Fig.1 F],

and as aquatic herbs[Fig.7], and Ornamental plants are classified as herbs[Fig.2 A] ,shrubs

[Fig.2 B], evergreen shrubs[Fig.2 C], trees[Fig.2 D], palm trees[Fig.2 E],climbers[Fig.2 F],

annualherb[Fig.2 G],cactus [Fig.2 H]and studied their uses and properties. We have provided

them with a unique code. With the help of internet resources and from the book called

‘Tropical Garden plants.’

RESULTS

These medicinal and ornamental plants, further classified as herbs, shrubs, trees, cactus,

house plant, creepers/climbers and aquatic climber. We have given them with a unique code.

We have totally identified 123 plant species belonging to 55 families among which 80

medicinal plants belonging to 42 families, various parts of plants such as whole plant(15),

roots (16), fruits (09), stem (06), leaves (36), bark(13), rhizome(01), latex(03), seeds(08),

flowers (10) and oil (07)anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antispermatogenic, antimicrobial,

anti -diabetic, anti-cancer activity, astringent, antihistamine, antimicrobial properties and

also to treat dysentery, clotting of the blood, cold, bronchitis, indigestion, dysentery,

rheumatic arthritis, swellings, Urinary disorders.


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MEDICINAL PLANT:

Table 1

Herbs with their unique code:

FAMILY BOTANICAL NAME COMMON NAME PARTS USED IN

MEDICINE USES

Acanthaceae

MPH01 Hemigraphis colorata Dahong pula Whole plant Anti-diabetes and hypoglycemic properties

Amaranthacea

MPH02 Alternanthera bettzickiana calico-plant Whole plant Promoting lactation,

MPH03 Althernanthera vesicolor Joy weed Leaves, shoot Anti-inflammatory, wound healing and

antioxidation.

MPH04 Amaranthus viridis Slender Amaranth Leaves Cooling,laxative,appetizer and antipyretic

properties

Apiaceae

MPH05 Foeniculum vulgare Fennel plant Seed powder Antispasmodic, estrogen promoting activities.

Apocynaceae

MPH06 Cathoranthus roseus Madagascar rosy

periwinkle Leaves The extract is used to arrest bleeding.

Asteraceae

MPH07 Crossostephium chinense Chinese wormwood Leaves, tops, stems Anti-diabetic,antioxidant,antiproliferative action

MPH08 Solindaga canadensis'golden

rod' Goldenrod. Flowers and root Emetics, sedatives, gambling medicine

MPH09 Tridax procumbens Coat Button Whole plant Diuretic, liver diseases, high blood pressure

Cannaceae

MPH10 Canna indica varigata Canna Lily whole plant Removes chlorinated compounds from the

Wastewater

Lamiaceae

MPH11 Coleus amboinicus Country borage Leaves Anticlastogenic, Radioprotective,

MPH12 Leucas indica'laspera' Common Leucas Leaves Used to treat Jaundice, diabetics.

MPH13 Ocimum tenuiflorum Holy basil, or Tulasi, Tulasi oil,leaves Antibacterial,antifungal and antiviral properties

Violaceae

MPH14 Hybanthus enneaspermus Pink ladies slipper Root,leaves,tender

stalk Diuretic, demulcent and tonic.


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Table I

Shurbs with their unique code:


MEDICINE

USES

Agavaceae

MPS15 Yucca aloifolia 'medio-picta'

Aloe Yucca, Spanish

Dagger

Fruit Purgative

Apocynaceae

MPS16 Nerium Oleander Oleander Seeds and leaves Leprosy, malaria and to cause abortions.

MPS17 Hemidesmns indicus

Indian Sarsaparilla Leaves,bark,root Asthma, epilepsy, cancer, painful menstrual

periods and blood purifier

Araliaceae

MPS18 Polyscias balfouriavia Dinner Plate Aralia Root and leaf extract Antiulcer activity

MPS19 Polyscias filicifolia Fern-leaf aralia Extract from the plant Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activities

Bignoniaceae

MPS20 Tacoma capensis Cape Honey Suckle Leaf extract Anti-cancer activity

Euphorbiaceae

MPS21 Condiaeum varigatum fantasy

Croton Leaves, stems, and

flowers

Poisonous.

MPS22

Acalypha godseffiana

'compacta' Nuda red

Leaves Antibacterial,

MPS23 Euphorpia milli Crown of Thorns Root Alleviates diarrhea, antitoxic, eliminates pus.

MPS24 Acalypha hispida Red Hot Cat's Tail All parts of the plant Poisonous if ingested by animals.

Malvaceae

MPS25

Hibicus rosa sinesis 'achaniya

indica'

Shoe flower Whole plant Extracts has positive effects on male fertility,

heart disease.

Nyctaginaceae

MPS26 Pisonia alba

Lettuce tree Leaves Rub on elephantoid swellings and to treat

rheumatism.

Plantaginaceae

MPS27 Russelia equisetiformis Fountain Plant Whole plant Analgesic and anti-inflammatory activities

Poaceae

MPS28 Saccharum officinarum Sugarcane Stem extract Antivinous, cardiotonic, demulcent, diuretic


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http://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/guide/leprosy-symptoms-treatments-history

http://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/malaria-topic-overview

http://www.webmd.com/asthma/default.htm

http://www.webmd.com/epilepsy/default.htm

http://www.webmd.com/cancer/

properties.

Rosaceae

MPS29 Rosa damascena

Damask rose Barks,petals,rose

oil,leaves

Anticancer, antispasmodic, aphrodisiac action.

Rubiaceae

MPT30 Gardenia jasminoids

Gardenia, cape jasmine Leaves,root,flower Used against jaundice, dyspepsia, nervous

disorders.

MPS31 Ixora chinesis 'rosea'

Jungle flame. Leaves, root To treat diarrhea and possess antiseptic

properties.

MPS32 Ixora chinesis Chinese Ixora Leaf Liver clearance, improves blood circulation.

Verbenaceae

Cleodendrum inerme varigata Seaside clerodendrum, Oil extracted Anti fungal properties.

MPS34

Clerodendrum inerme

Wild Jasmine

Leaf Used against inflammation, flu, hepatitis, malaria.


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Table II

Trees with their unique code:


MEDICINE

USES

Anacardiaceae

MPT35 Mangifera indica Mango tree Various parts of plant Dentifrice, antiseptic, rheumatism,

hemorrhage.

Arecaceae

MPPT36 Cocos nucifera Coco Palm, Coconut Coconut oil, water Antioxidant, excellent electrolytes

replacement

Bignoniaceae

MPT37 Spathodea camponcelata Flame of the Forest Seeds, flowers, bark Used for bathing newly born babies to

heal body rashes.

MPT38 Tabebuia rosea Trumpet Tree. Cortex of the tree Eliminate intestinal parasites, malaria and

Uterine cancer

Bixaceae

MPT39 Bixa orellana Anatto,

arnatto,Achiote

Root, bark, seeds Treat gonorrhea, as mosquito repellent,

dysentery.

Calophyllaceae

MPT40 Calophyllum inophyllum Penaga Laut,Tamanu

Oil

Bark,seed,leaves Oil are believed to regenerate tissue, skin

care

Caricaceae

MPT41 Carica papaya Papaya, Papaw Leaves Medicine for dengue fever, digestive

problems

Euphorbiaceae

MPT42 Ricinus communis Castor Bean Root, bark,leaves Antihistamine,anti-

inflammatory,antimicrobial

properties

Fabaceae

MPT43 Bauhinia blackeana Red orchid tree Root,stem,flower Carminative properties, astringent in

diarrhea.

MPT44 Cassia fistula Golden shower tree Fruit pulp Purgative

MPT45 Delonix regia Flame Tree,

Gulmohur.

Whole plant Hepatoprotective and antioxidant

properties

MPT46 Pithecellobium dulce Madras thorn Bark, leaves. Antimicrobial, astringent, and anti-

inflammatory

properties

MPT47 Brownea hybrida Scarlet flame bean Dried flower, bark. Treat dysentery and aid clotting of

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Lythraceae

MPT48 Lagerstroemia speciosa Queen Flower, Pride

of India

Seeds, leaves Narcotic and purgative effects

Malvaceae

MPT49 Hibicus tiliceus China rose Whole plant Absorbs UV- radiation.

MPT50 Thespisia populena Portia Tree, Milo Bark,leaves,sap Dysentery and hemorrhoids, inflamed and

swollen joints.

Meliaceae

MPT51 Azadirachta indica Neem, Indian Lilac Whole plant Antihelmintic,anti inflammatory,

antidiabetic properties

MPT52 Melia composita Malaivembu Leave,oil,bark Antiseptic and anti-inflammatory action

Moraceae

MPT53 Artocarpus heterophyllus Jackfruit Root,latex,leaves,fruit Skin diseases,asthma,diarrhea and

aphrodisiac properties

MPT54 Ficus hispida Rough-leaf Stem Fig Different parts of the

plant

Piles jaundice, hemorrhage, and as

lactagogue.

MPT55 Ficus bengemina Weeping fig,ficus

tree

Arial root,latex To treat biliousness, ulcers, erysipelas and

syphilis.

MPT56 Ficus elastica'decora' Rubber Tree Rootlets and bark. Astringent, vulnerary, styptic properties.

MPT57 Ficus panda Golden Ficus Root, leaf, fruit Cold, bronchitis, indigestion, dysentery,

rheumatic arthritis.

MPT58 Ficus religiosa Bodhi Tree Whole plant Antitumor,endotheilin receptor antagonist

Moringaceae

MPT59 Moringa plerygosperma Drumstick, Horse

Radish

Leaves,root,flower Rich source of iron antibiotic and

fungicidal effects.

Musaceae

MPT60 Musa paradiceae Banana tree Whole plant Diuretic alleviates pain, flu, cough, high blood pressure.

Myrtaceae

MPT61 Psidium guajava Guava Leaves, fruit and bark,

root

Antispasmodic, to treat vaginal

hemorrhage wound.

Oxalidaceae

MPT62 Averrhoa carambola Star fruit Fruits, leaves Anti scorbutic,antihelmintic,antipyretic

properties

Phyllanthaceae

MPT63 Phyllanthus emblica Indian gooseberry whole plant Treats flu,fever, cough, throat pain, diabetes, hypertension

Rhamnaceae


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MPT64 Ziziphus sativa Jujube Fruit, Chinese

Date.

dried fruit Anodyne, anticancer, pectoral, sedative,

Stomachic effects.

Rubiaceae

MPT65

Morinda pubescens

Indian Mulberry Fruits Antiradial activity

Sapindaceae

MPT66 Filicius decipiens Fern Tree Stem, bark Antioxidant activity

Sapotaceae

MPT67 Mimusops elengi Tanjong Tree Whole plant Astringent, cooling, Antihelmintic, tonic,

and febrifuge.

MPT68 Madhuca longifolia Mahwa Mahwa oil Emollient properties and rheumatism skin

disease

Verbenaceae

MPT69 Tectona grandis Teak Wood, flowers Hemorrhoids, bronchitis

Table II

Climbers with their unique code:

FAMILY BOTANICAL NAME COMMON

NAME

PARTS USED IN

MEDICINE

USES

Asteraceae

MPC70 Vernonia elacagnifolia Curtain creeper Extract from the plant Has a high degree of repellency to terrestrial

leeches.

Sapindaceae

MPC71 Cardiospermum

helicacabum

Balloon plant Seed oil,leaves Analgesic, Diuretic, Laxative, Anti-inflammatory.


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Solanaceae

MPC72 Solanum trilobatum Thai nightshad Leaves Treat the common cold, cough and asthma.

Vitaceae

MPC73 Cissus quadrangularis Devil's Backbone Whole plant Anthelmintic, antihemorrhoidal and analgesic

activities.

MPC74 Vitis vinifera Grape vine Leaves, Ripe grapes To treat cancer, smallpox, inflammation of

hemorrhoids.

Table II

Cactus with their unique code:


MEDICINE

USES

Cactaceae

MPCA75 Opuntia elatior Red-flower prickly

pear.

Fruits Antispermatogenic,antimicrobial,antidiabetic

properties

Euphorbiaceae

MPCA76 Euphorbia trigona

‘Crested ghost’ African milk tree Latex Contains anti-tumor protein.

Xanthorrhoeaceae

MPCA77 Aloe vera Barbados Aloe Leaves Antifungal,anti inflammatory,antineoplastic

properties

Table II

Succulent garden plant with a unique code:


MEDICINE

USES

Didiereaceae

MPSGP78 Portulacaria afra

Pork bush

Leaves

Astringent activity

Table II

Aquatic herb with their unique code:


MEDICINE

USES

Nelumbonaceae

MPAH79 Nelumbo nucifera Indian lotus, sacred

lotus, Lotus

Seeds,rhizomes,leaves,

flower

Bleeding gastric ulcers and post-partum

hemorrhage.

Nymphaeaceae

MPAH80 Nymphaea stellata Star lotus, water lily Flower Urinary disorders, menorrhagia,

menstruation problem

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Table II

Different ornamental herb plants

FAMILY BOTANICAL NAME COMMON NAME USES

Amaranthacea

OPH81 Celosia cristata Cockscomb ornamental plant indoors

Amaryllidaceae

OPH82 Hymenocallis littoralis Beach spider lily Aquatic ornamental herb.

Apocynaceae

OPH83 Aglaonema commutatum Poison dart plant ornamental plants

Cannaceae

OPH84 Canna indica 'Russian Red' Russian Red Seeds-used as beads in jewelry.

Table II

Different ornamental shrub plants with their respective codes:


Acanthaceae

OPS85 Eranthemum tricolor Pink eranthemum ornamental shrub

Agavaceae

OPS86 Furcraea gigantia 'medio- picta' Mediterranean Hemp perfume

Asparagaceae

OPS87 Draceana fragrans 'Marginata' Pleomele fragrans houseplant

OPS88 Draceana fragrans 'Masangeona'

Corn plant houseplant

Euphorbiaceae

OPS89 Acalypha rosea Acalypha pink Ornamental shrub

OPS90 Excoecaria bicolor Blood Leaf. Ornamental plants

OPS91 Pedilanthus tithymaloids 'nana' devil 's backbone Indoor plant.

Malvaceae

OPS92 Jatropha podagrica Gout Stick Used for production of bio-diesel

Marantaceae

OPS93 Calathea insignis Rattlesnake Calathea Popular as pot plants

Plumbaginaceae

OPS94 Plumbago auriculata 'alba' Forget-me-not Toxic ,outdoor plant

Verbenaceae

OPS95 Duranta gold Golden Dewdrop landscape shrub

OPS96 Duranta repens 'variegata'

Duranta 'gold edge'

Houseplant


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Table II

Different Evergreen shrubs with their unique code:


Apocynaceae

OPES97 Plumeria alba White Frangipani ornamental plant

OPES98 Plumeria obtusa Singapore Plumeria commonly used as an ornamental plant

OPES99 Plumeria rubra Bunga Kubur used in perfumes

Table II

Different ornamental trees with their unique code:


Annonaceae

OPT100 Polyalthia longifolia False Ashoka Tree used in festivals for decoration

Bignoniaceae

OPT101 Millingtonia hortensis Indian Cork Tree perfume

Casuarinaceae

OPT102 Casuarina equisetifolia

Horsetail tree

Excellent burning firewood.

Fabaceae

OPT103 Cassia excersa Golden Crown Tree showy and long lasting flowering plants

Lythraceae

OPT104 Lawsonia inermis Henna tree Dye skin, hair, as well as fabrics.

Magnoliaceae

OPT105 Michelia champaca Yellow jade orchid tree Perfume

Meliaceae

OPT106

Swietenia mahagoni

Cuban mahogany tree

Ornamental tree

Myrtaceae

OPT107

Callistemon lanceolatus

Bottlebrush plant Houseplant

Table III

Different palm trees with their unique code:


Arecaceae

OPPT108 Caryota urens Fishtail Palm ornamental tree,

OPPT109 Latania grandis Ruffled Fan Palm landscape palm


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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ornamental_tree

OPPT110 Latania lontaroides Red latan palm ornamental palm

OPPT111 Livistona rotundifolia Fan palm Potted plant, accent plant, indoor plant

OPPT112 phoenix roebelenii Pygmy Date Palm ornamental plant

OPPT113 Rhapis excelsa Lady Palm Landscaping plant.

OPPT114 Dictyosperma album Princess palm. elegant tropical landscaping palm

Cycadaceae

OPPT115 Cycas reVolumeumeuta Japanese Fern Palm Cultivated as indoor and outdoor plant.

Table IV

Different ornamental climbers with their unique code:


Araceae

OPC116 Syngonium podophyllum 'albolinealum' Goosefoot skin burning sensations

OPC117 Philodendron 'Emerald duke' Emerald Duke Philodendron Poisonous plants

OPC118 Philodenodron 'charm' Philodenodron ornamental plant

Asparagaceae

OPC119 Agave angustifolia Caribbean Agave ornamental plant

Nymphaeaceae

OPC120 Bougainvilla buttiana 'lady mary banig' Orange King Bougainvillea Showy plant

OPC121 Bougainvilla glabra isbel greensmith Paper Flower Ornamental plants

Table IV

Annual herbaceous plant with a unique code:

Malvaceae

OPAHP122 Hibicus cannabinus Deccan Hemp Used for cosmetics

Table IV

Cactus house plant with a unique Code:

Bromeliaceae

OPCAHP123 Dyckia brevifolia Pineapple Dyckia. Landscape plants

Note:

MPH: Medicinal plant herb, MPT: Medicinal plant tree, MPC: Medicinal plant Climber, MPS: Medicinal plant shrub, MPAH: Medicinal

plant aquatic herb, MPSGP: Medicinal plant succulent garden plant, MPCA: Medicinal plant cactus.

OPS: ornamental plant shrub, OPH: ornamental plant herb, OPT: ornamental plant tree, OPES: ornamental plant evergreen shrub, OPC:

ornamental plant climber, OPPT: ornamental plant palm tree, OPAHP: ornamental plant annual herbaceous plant, OPCAHP: ornamental

cactus houseplant.


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Fig.1,A- Medicinal herbs with their unique code Fig.1,B- Medicinal shrubs with their unique code

Fig.1,C- Medicinal trees with their unique code


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Fig.1,D -Medicinal climber with their unique Fig.1,E-Medicinal cactus with their unique code

Fig.1,F-Medicinal cactus Fig .1,G-Medicinal succulant with their unique code Fig.2,A-Ornamental herbs with their unique

garden plant unique code code.

Fig.2,B-Ornamental shrubs Fig.2, D-Ornamental trees with their unique code. Fig.2,G&H-ornamental

with their unique cactus houseplant and annual herb.


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Fig.2,C-Ornamental evergreen shrubs Fig.2,E-Ornamental plant palm tree Fig.2,F-Ornamental plant climbers

unique code with their unique code

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DISCUSSION

This attempt exhibits the diversity of medicinal as well as ornamental plants in VIT

University. This study focuses on the utility of different plant species and significances of

aesthetics, medicinal plants. These medicinal and ornamental plants have great commercial

value. Medicinal plants help with basic health care, drug discoveries in pharmaceutical

industries to prevent and also to cure various diseases. Some of the ornamental plants are

resisting to drought with high humidity condition. In order to prevent the extinction of

species, particularly the endemic ones, Biodiversity loss due the deforestation, environmental

pollution, and biopiracy can be protected by various government policies and also the in

Volume umevement of NGOs, local people and the committed individuals are required to

conserve the “Treasure of Nature” for the future bene Volume (Kharkwal 2009).

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

We are grateful to the botanists in CBMR nursery in VIT University, Vellore for helping us

in identifying the plants and our sincere thanks to the Dr. G. Vishwanathan, Chancellor VIT

University and Dr. A.P. Majeed Khan, Chancellor Noorul Islam University.

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