Grass Diversity of Odisha and their Significances
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https://doi.org/10.36808/if/2026/v152i3/170830Keywords:
Biodiversity, Diversity, Grasses, Services.Abstract
Grasses are important component of Wildlife and biodiversity. Keeping the importance of grass species, a comprehensive study was carried out through field and literature survey on the grass diversity of Odisha state, India. About 284 grass species belonging to 86 genera are enumerated and findings are presented in this communication. The study encompasses a wide range of species, including economically important crops like Oryza sativa, Zea mays, and Triticum aestivum, as well as ornamental and wild grasses. The study is a culmination of research studies conducted by various authors and present study. The study provides valuable information on the diversity of grass species in the region, highlighting the need for conservation and sustainable management of these resources. The present work will serve as a useful reference for researchers, students, and conservationists working on grasses and their ecosystems.
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