Phytosociological analysis in brown oak dominated forest of Garhwal Himalaya, India

ABSTRACT: The present study was carried out in eight forest sites dominated by Quercus semecarpifolia (brown oak) to asses variations in floral biodiversity and community with changes in microclimatic conditions between 2500-3500 m elevation in Chopta (Garhwal). Anthropogenic disturbances are changing the species richness and diversity, which influence the soil and environmental conditions. Thus, the conservation and management of these forests will be important for the sustainability of human and land in the region. A total of 14 species of trees, 8 species of shrubs and 20 species of herbs & grasses were encountered across the study area. [New York Science Journal. 2009; 2(4): 1-4]. (ISSN: 1554-0200)