Ethnobotanical use of Symplocos paniculata (Thunb.) Miq. in Punakha District, Bhutan

  • Arjun Nepal Royal University of Bhutan
  • Beop Tshering Royal government of Bhutan
  • Kelzang choden Royal University of Bhutan
  • Tashi Tobgay Royal University of Bhutan
  • Ugyen Penjor Royal University of Bhutan
  • Sonam Yonten Royal University of Bhutan
Keywords: Pangtse makhu, Serigang, Ethnobotany, Bhutan

Abstract

Symplocos paniculata of symplocaceae was found to be used by Serigang community under Punakha Dzongkhag. The seed of the species was widely used for extraction of oil. There appears to be a smaller number of people who make medicines in the village. The production of Pangtse makhu is on a steady decline because of the availability of a cheaper alternative. Due to heavy work and little return, most of the trees are being cut to make way for other cash crops. Although the village is equipped with modern amenities, people still depend on forest for goods and services. Ethnobotany is still apparent in every item and situation that make up their everyday life. From this study prospects of an ethnobotanical plant have been found in kabjisa geog. It also suggests that rural folks should also be considered as an important source of information about the use of ethnobotanical plants. The effort in this study may provide benefits for future researchers in other parts of the locality.

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Published
2020-04-20
How to Cite
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Arjun Nepal, Beop Tshering, Kelzang choden, Tashi Tobgay, Ugyen Penjor and Sonam Yonten 2020. Ethnobotanical use of Symplocos paniculata (Thunb.) Miq. in Punakha District, Bhutan. International Journal on Integrated Education. 3, 4 (Apr. 2020), 55-58. DOI:https://doi.org/10.17605/ijie.v3i4.361.
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