Disturibution and Effect of Parthenium  Hysterophorus L. in Mehari Sub–Watershed  of Rajouri Forest Range, J&K

Dalip Kumar; Junaid Ahmed; Surat Singh

Volume : II, Issue : VI, June - 2013

Disturibution and Effect of Parthenium Hysterophorus L. in Mehari Sub–Watershed of Rajouri Forest Range, J&K

Dalip Kumar, Junaid Ahmed, Surat Singh

Abstract :

Present study was conducted to know the distribution and effect Parthenium hysterophorus L. in Mehari sub-watershed of Rajouri Forest Range, J&K. In the study area eight species were recorded among them Parthenium hysterophorus L. has shown maximum density and importance value index which have been introduced unintentionally, pose a significant threat to economic development and ecological integrity. These weeds rapidly invade new surroundings often replace the indigenous species and pose a serious threat to biodiversity, reducing pasture productivity and hence reduce fodder supply. This weed is also considered to be a cause of allergic respiratory problems, contact dermatitis, mutagenicity in human and livestock.