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Assessment of Grass Composition and Distribution Pattern on Pipeline Right-of-Way in Bayelsa State and its Potential Use for Dominant Grazers

Ihinmikaiye, Samuel Olatokunbo & Ojo, Victor Idowu · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2024

This study investigates grass diversity and distribution pattern along a pipeline linear corridor in two Local Government Areas in Bayelsa State and the feasibility of utilizing them for cattle grazing. The areas lie within coordinates 4º15'N and 5º23'N, and 5º22'E and 6º45'E. Th...

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Abundance and Density of Acrostichum aureum L. in Coastal Ecosystems of Southern Nigeria

Anwana, E. D., Udo, E. D., Ogbemudia, F. O. & Ita, R. E. · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2024

Acrostichum aureum Linnaeus is a rhizomatous fern of the Pteridaceae Kirchner family, which is generally found in elevated areas of mangrove forests or around agricultural fields. Over the years, the mangrove ecosystems in Akwa Ibom State have been degraded due to anthropogenic a...

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Comprehensive Pharmacological Assessment and Phytochemical Analysis of Tetrastigma angustifolia (Roxb.) Deb.: Unveiling Analgesic, Anxiolytic and Hypoglycemic Potential in Traditional Medicinal Contexts

Jannatul Mysha Binte Quader, Ummah Tasnim Nisat, Anik Kumar Nath, Cinmoy Barua, Kaniz Fatema Bristy, Munjerin Sultana, Muradur Rahman & Mohi Uddin · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2024

Aims: Despite its promising applications in traditional medicine, the bioactivity of Tetrastigma angustifolia and its constituent phytochemicals remain underexplored. This study sought to elucidate the potential therapeutic benefits of Tetrastigma angustifolia in animal models, s...

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Evaluation of In-vitro Anthelmintic and In-vivo Analgesic and Antidepressant Activities of Methanolic Extract of Pseuderanthemum latifolium

Rifatul Hossen, Md. Sifat Foysal, Md. Riaz Hossain, Md. Nishan Shorif & Mohammed Aktar Sayeed · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2024

Background: Pseuderanthemum latifolium is a species of the Acanthaceae family. In Bangladesh, Nepal, and India, the plant is traditionally used to treat asthma, reduce pain, infection, and other lung problems. Objectives: This study aims to pave the way for future studies on the...

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The Efficacy of Cola millenii K. Schum. (Malvaceae) against Malarial Vector Anopheles stephensi (Diptera: Culicidae)

Adewumi B.L. & Oyetayo, A. M. · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2024

Cola millenii (Monkey kola) is a wild plant of tropical and sub-tropical countries. The persistent increase in the incidence of antibiotic resistant strains of organisms has led to the search for newer and more potent antimicrobials. Some plant materials have traditionally been u...

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Phytochemistry and Pharmacological Properties of Cola nitida: Implications for Cancer Treatment

Isaac Babalola, Feranmi Obe, Florence Omotoso, Ayomide Adetoro & Kayode Ojediran · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2024

Cancer continues to be the leading cause of mortality worldwide, despite significant attempts to identify new risk factors, create earlier diagnostic indicators, and investigate alternative therapy options. This rising burden of cancer worldwide results in the advancement of inno...

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Allelopathic Potential of Imperata cylindrica on the Growth and Germination of Zea mays

Ngene, Jovita Kelechi, Ufere N. Uka, Ayodele A. Oyedeji, Obasi, Chukwuemeka & Clifford. T Okoye · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2024

Allelopathy is regarded as any process whereby secondary metabolites produced by plants influence the growth and development of agricultural and biological systems performing positive and negative effects. Imperata cylindrical is one of the top ten worst weeds and is listed among...

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Ethno-Botanical Uses and Socio-Cultural Importance of White Yam (Dioscorea rotundata Poir.) in South-Eastern, Nigeria

Anuagasi, C. L. & Okigbo, R. N. · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2024

Indigenous knowledge and uses of white yam (Dioscorea rotundata Poir.) in South-Eastern, Nigeria were investigated. White yam is the most important species of yam in West Africa cultivated for the consumption of its starchy tuber. Yam plays a major role in the socio-cultural sign...

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Conducting an Inventory and Ethnobotanical Assessment of Plant Species at Osun State College of Education in Ila-Orangun, Osun State, Nigeria

Cole A.T, Keshinro O.M, Sharaibi O & Adu A.A · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2024

Aims: Ethnobotanical survey of medicinal plants was carried out in 6 major markets in Ila Local Government Area to propose best conservation methods for the identified species. Study Design: The study was designed to assess the plant species in osun state college of education, Il...

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Classification of Lycophytes and Ferns of Ethiopia and Eritrea, According to the Pteridophyte Phylogeny Group (PPG) – I

Makeu Tangoufo Larissa, Ndam M. Lawrence, Pascal Tabi Tabot & Fonge Beatrice Ambo · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2024

Aims: To conduct an in-depth inventory of the pteridophytes of Ethiopia and Eritrea, classifying them based on the Pteridophyte Phylogeny Group I (PPG I), in order to conform to the new trends in pteridophyte classification. Study Design: The desktop research approach. Place and...

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Comparative Studies on Antioxidant and Antifungal Potentials of Some Tropical Spices

Grace O Babarinde, Oluwasayo Esther Ogunjinmi, Peter Ifeoluwa Adegbola, Oluwatooni Jumoke Adewole & Ibukun Happiness Olatunbosun · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2024

Spices have lots of health benefits due to their antioxidative properties. However, the antioxidative efficacy of these spices differs from one another and depends on the extracting solvents. This study, therefore aimed at determining the antioxidant properties and antifungal act...

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Ecological Study of the Poaceae Family on Different Ecosystems in the Awka Campus of Nnamdi Azikiwe University and Its Surroundings

Mbaukwu A. Onyinye, Ekwealor U. Kenneth, Okereke N. Chukwu & Nwaogaranya U. Patrick · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2024

Accelerated flora diversity loss through habitat destruction, fragmentation and, land use patterns caused by population growth, leading to changing patterns of vegetation has put the survival of many plants especially Poaceae species in the Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka campus a...

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