Kumar, P.

• Bamboo Flowering - Preliminary Observations on Physico-mechanical Properties of Culms of Bambusa bambos during Different Phases of Life Cycle (Part II)

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Authors

R. Vijendra Rao , P. Kumar , R. Sudheendra , S. R. Shukla , S. K. Sharma

Source

Indian Forester, Vol 135, No 6 (2009), Pagination: 745-750

Abstract

Culms representing before, during and after flowering phases were subjected to testing for certain strength properties in round and split forms. Round bamboo showed higher values in compression parallel to grain in culms before flowering phase, while static bending values were higher in culms during flowering phase. In split bamboo, strength properties (maximum crushing strength and static bending) were more in culms of after flowering (air-dry) phase than before and during flowering phase (green).

Keywords

Bambusa bambos, Culms, Strength Properties, Gregarious Flowering

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• Evaluation of Wood Quality Parameters of Plantation Grown Eucalyptus Citriodora Hook (Lemon Scented Gum)

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P. Kumar , S. R. Shukla , R. Sudheendra , M. Sujatha , S. Shashikala , S. K. Sharma , A. K. Sethy , R. Vijendra Rao

Source

Indian Forester, Vol 134, No 2 (2008), Pagination: 255-262

Abstract

Based on tests conducted on small clear specimens of timber, the physical and mechanical properties of E. citriodora are reported and discussed. The safe working stresses and suitable indices have also been evaluated and compared with those of Tectona grandis. Based on suitability coefficients, E. citriodora has been recommended for utilization for several end uses.

Keywords

Eucalyptus citriodora, Physical and Mechanical Properties

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• Leonotis nepetaefolia R. Br. - a Less Known Medicinal Plant

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N. K. Verma , P. K. Singh , P. Kumar , A. Sharma , D. K. Hore

Source

Indian Forester, Vol 129, No 8 (2003), Pagination: 1032-1036

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Leonotis nepetaefolia R. Br. (Laminaceae) is an attractive, symmetrical, annual medicinal plant. A brief description of the plant is described in the present article. The plant is believed to be a native of Africa and the distribution extends to tropical Asia and America. It has been cultivated in Brazil since long. The plant seems to have naturalized in India. Traditionally, the leaf is used in rheumatic affections and also serves as a tonic. Flower heads are used against scalds, burns, ringworm, and some skin diseases. Crushed ischolar_main is applied locally for facilitating breast milk to a mother after childbirth. Seeds are used in fever. It has also got the anticancer, antioxidant and antibacterial properties. In India, it grows wild but not common. In recent years, India has given due attention on this plant to develop it's agrotechniques for commercial cultivation. Accordingly, responsibilities were entrusted with the NBPGR Regional Station, Shillong since 1999.

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• Synchronisation of Flowering Periods Between Moghania macrophylla (Willd) O.Ktze and M. chappar Kuntze

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S. C. Srivastava , P. Kumar

Source

Indian Forester, Vol 129, No 9 (2003), Pagination: 1164-1166

Abstract

The difference in flowering periods of Moghania macrophylla and M. chappar is a serious constraint in hybridization between these two species. Synchronisation of flowering periods could be possible by delaying the flowering period of M. macrophylla through 3-4 times topping or pinching operations.

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• In-vitro Callus Development for Organogenesis in Lac Host Plants

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S. C. Srivastava , P. Kumar , D. Sara

Source

Indian Forester, Vol 128, No 3 (2002), Pagination: 325-328

Abstract

Besides traditional propagation and breeding practices modernized methods of plant tissue culture is considered as a crucial factor for lac host plant improvement programme. Therefore, under the current study plant parts like seed cotyledons and axillary buds of lac host plants were cultured under different auxin (2,4-D) concentrations to find their ability to produce callus. Mostly in all cases,2,4-D concentrations of 4-10 ppm resulted in maximum callus development. The results open up the possibility of improvement in lac host plant through biotechnology. However, further studies for organogenesis and regeneration into complete plantlets are required with utmost importance.

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• Record of Flemingia stricta as a Lac Host

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P. Kumar , S. C. Srivastava

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Indian Forester, Vol 122, No 8 (1996), Pagination: 765-766

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• Growth Analysis in Moghania macrophylla (willd) O. Ktze in the Nursery

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Authors

B. P. Singh , P. Kumar

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Indian Forester, Vol 122, No 9 (1996), Pagination: 843-846

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A Field experiment was conducted at the Indian Lac Research Institute, Namkum, Ranchi duriog 1988 and 1989. The growth analysis results revealed that various parameters had more values in first phase of 60-90 days after sowing (DAS) than advanced stage of the seedling growth (90.105 DAS). Relative growth rate (RGR). Crop growth rate (CGR) and net assimilation rate (NAR) were significantly affected by different date of sowiog in nursery during both the years except in the year 1988 at 90-105 DAS. However, variation in date of sowing did not affect LAR at different periods. The result indicated the need to adopt better management practices at early growth stages for better growth and development.

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• Air Layering in Galwang (Albizia lucida Benth.) a Lac Host Plant

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Authors

S. C. Srivastava , P. Kumar , Y. D. Mishra

Source

Indian Forester, Vol 120, No 6 (1994), Pagination: 524-528

Abstract

An experiment conducted for propagation of Albizia lucida Benth. Through air layering has been described in this paper.

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• Record of Flemingia strobilifera, as a Lac Host

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P. Kumar , S. C. Srivastava

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Indian Forester, Vol 119, No 9 (1993), Pagination: 763-764

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• Record of Acacia auriculiformis A. Cunn. Ex Benth. as a Kusmi Lac Host.

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P. Kumar , S. C. Srivastava

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Indian Forester, Vol 116, No 11 (1990), Pagination: 927-927

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No abstract

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• Studies on Physical and Mechanical Properties of Sterculia urens

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P. Kumar , A. K. Ananthanarayana , S. N. Sharma

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Indian Forester, Vol 114, No 4 (1988), Pagination: 230-237

Abstract

Comprehensive tests done on physical and mechanical properties of Sterculia urens for the first time, have indicated it to be heavy to very heavy, very strong and very hard, but rather poor in splitting coefficient and retention of shape. On the basis of these tests the timber is considered suitable for use as posts, beams, rafters and tool handles. The timber planes and turns to a smooth finish and is also likely to be suitable after proper seasoning and adoption of alternative jointing techniques (such as use of dowels) for door and window frames, ordinary furniture and joinery.

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• Physical and Mechanical Properties of Acacia auriculaeformis from Karnataka

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P. Kumar , A. K. Ananthanarayana , S. N. Sharma

Source

Indian Forester, Vol 113, No 8 (1987), Pagination: 567-573

Abstract

Physical and mechanical properties and suitability indices of Acacia auriculaeformis, an exotic species currently finding favour for firewood farming, have been evaluated. The data suggests that this species would be well worth trying for furniture, joinery, flooring, constructional purposes and tool handles besides turnery articles if logs in suitable girths are available.

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• Physical and Mechanical Properties of Enterolobium contortisiliquum (syn.Enterolobium timbouva)

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P. Kumar , S. N. Sharma

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Indian Forester, Vol 112, No 1 (1986), Pagination: 69-74

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Physical and mechanical properties in green and air dry conditions of Enterolobium contortisiliquum from FRL Campus, Bangalore have been reported. On compar son with "standard teak" (Tectona grandis) it is found that strength values are considerably lower than the corresponding, values. The timber is classified as light, very weak, not tough, very steady and very soft. It is considered worth trying for turnery articles like toys. Models, bangles etc. Besides drawing boards, picture frames and cigar boxes.

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• Polyembryony in Acacia farnesiana Willd

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P. Kumar

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Indian Forester, Vol 112, No 8 (1986), Pagination: 742-742

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Polyembryony in Acocia farnesiana Willd. has been reported for the first time

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• Rooting of Cuttings of Albi ia lucida Benth. as Influenced by Mixtures of Growth Promoting Hormones

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B. K. Purkayastha , P. Kumar

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Indian Forester, Vol 99, No 2 (1973), Pagination: 116-118

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• Effect of Non-Human Primates on Tourism of Kalakad Mundandurai Tiger Reserves and Anamalai Tiger Reserves of Tamil Nadu, India

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P. Kumar ¹, S. Ramarajan ¹, S. Darwin Paul Edison ²

Affiliations
1 Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, Sri Paramakalyani Centre of Excellence in Environmental Sciences, Alwrkurichi, Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu, IN
2 St. John's College, Palayamkottai, Tirunelveli, IN

Source

Indian Forester, Vol 142, No 10 (2016), Pagination: 1037-1039

Abstract

Tourism is widely considered as world largest enterprise, involved and benefited ten millions employees and hundred million of customers. International tourism has increased to 665 million in 1999 (Griffin, 2002).

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