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National Mission on Himalayan Studies (NMHS) HIMALAYAN RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP
(PRO FORMA FOR THE ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT)
[Reporting Period: from April 2019 to March 2020]
Kindly fill the NMHS Fellowship Annual Progress Report segregated into the following 7 segments, as applicable to the NMHS Fellowship nature and outcomes.
1. Fellowship Grant Information and Other Details
2. Fellowship Description at Himalayan Research Associates (H-RAs) Level
3. Fellowship Description at Himalayan Junior Research Associates (H-JRFs) Level
4. Fellowship Description at Institutional/ University Level 5. Fellowship Concluding Remarks/ Annual Summary
6. Specific Research Question(s) Addressed with Succinct Answer(s) 7. Any other information
Please let us know in case of any query at: [email protected]
PRO FORMA
NMHS-Fellowship Annual Progress Report (APR)
1. Fellowship Grant Information and Other Details
NMHS Fellowship Grant ID: HSF2017-18_I-13/8
Ref. No. GBPNI/NMHS-2017-18/HSF-08, dated: 28.03.2018
Name of the Institution/ University: Botanical Survey of India, Sikkim Himalayan Regional Centre
No. of Himalayan Research/Project Associates: One (One was converted to Junior Project Fellow due to non-availability of suitable candidate, vide NMHS-PMU letter No. GBPNI/NMHS-2017-18/HSF/602/242 dated 26.02.2019)
No. of Himalayan Junior Research/Project Fellows: Six
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2. Fellowship Description at H-RA Level
Himalayan Research Associates (H-RAs)
H-RAs Profile Description:
S. No. Name of RA Date of Joining
Research Title Name of the PI and Designation
Qualification
1A. Dr. SAMIRAN PANDAY
17.12.2018
(Resigned
on -
23.8.2019)
Systematics and Conservation of Indian Orchids with special emphasis to Himalayan species.
Allotted group: Sub-families Vanilloideae, Orchidoideae and Epidendroideae (22 genera 76 species).
Dr. D.K. AGRAWALA
Scientist-D
M.Sc., Ph. D. (BOTANY)
1B. Dr. RIJUPALIKA ROY Joined on 14.10.2019
M.Sc., Ph. D. (BOTANY)
Progress Brief (to be filled for each H-RA in separate row):
RA No.
Research Objective(s) Addressed Deliverables Achievements Research/ Experimental Work*
1. Project name: Systematics and Conservation of Indian Orchids with special emphasis to Himalayan species.
Allotted group: Sub-families Vanilloideae, Orchidoideae and Epidendroideae with 22 genera and 76 species.
Objectives:
• Inventurization in Indian Himalayan region and find the occurrence, distribution pattern and
• Complete inventory of
orchid species
• Digital database on
target orchid group
• Morpho-molecular
characterization of all
species
• Long standing
problems on many
species complex will
be solved.
• Inventory of Endemics
and less known
species.
• Morphological Characterization done for 24 species under 14 genera
• Generic description prepared for Corybas, Lecanorchis, Erythrorchis, Galeola,
Galearis, Pogonia. Comparative table based on morphological characters
prepared for the species under the above mentioned genera.
• Literature on selected species has been collected and studied.
• 38 protologues under 26 species of 12 genera have been collected and
translated for further study wherever required.
• Type specimens collected and studied for 50 allotted species.
• Taxon data-sheets of 54 taxa prepared for IUCN Red-list assessment.
• Assigned geo co-ordinates: 1267 herbarium sheets of 31 species under 11 genera
• 972 orchid taxa found in IHR was listed with distribution data in all states of
IHR.
• The altitudinal range for the allotted group is tabulated to study the range of
• Morphological
descriptions were
prepared by using
standard descriptors
for orchids.
• Herbarium specimen
images were studied
for their identity and
assigned with geo-
coordinates by using
google earth
software.
• Published literatures
and herbarium sheets
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affinities.
• Morphological characterization.
• Solve the taxonomy, nomenclature and decode the species complex (if any) with evidence from morphology, molecular biology and cytology.
• Confirm the presence of endemics, near endemics and less known species in their known localities and predict the likely habitat with habitat modeling technique.
• Assess the threat status by applying IUCN criteria.
• Develop distribution and species richness map.
• Germplasm collection and ex-situ conservation.
distribution in altitudinal gradient.
• The phenology recorded for the allotted group from the herbarium data is
compiled to form a floral calendar segregating into three seasons.
• Distribution pattern and endemism has been analyzed for 972 orchid species
of IHR.
• 39 less known species have been identified in the allotted group.
FIELD TOURS :
29/03/19 to 12/04/19: Field tour to North Regu, South Regu, Rongli, Rolep,
Agamlok, Pangolakha WLS, Aritar of East district of Sikkim Germplasm
collected for 79 specimens
15/06/2019: Field tour to Lingzey-Fambonglho area
22 specimens were collected.
WORKSHOP/ SYMPOSIUM ATTENDED:
• Participated in “Two days (16.05.19-17.05.19.) 3rd Himalayan Researchers
Consortium-2019” at GBPNIHESD, Almora, Uttarakhand from 12.05.19 to
20.05.19 (including journey period).
• Participated in “International Day on Biological Diversity” on 22.05.2019,
organized by Botanical Survey of India, Sikkim Himalayan Regional Centre,
Gangtok.
• Participated in “World Environment Day” on 04.06.2019, organized by
Botanical Survey of India, Sikkim Himalayan Regional Centre, Gangtok.
• Participated in “World Environment Day” on 05.06.2019 at Chintan Bhavan, Gangtok, organized by Govt. of Sikkim.
• Attended International Workshop on “Preservation and promotion of Sowa
Rigpa in Asia” organized by Regional Ayurveda Research Institute, Gangtok on
28.2.2020 - 29.2.2020 at Chintan Bhawan.
• Participated in the “International Symposium on Plant Taxonomy and
Ethnobotany” organized by Botanical Survey of India at Kolkata from
13.2.2020 – 14.2.2020.
• Presented the poster entitled ‘Orchid diversity in the Indian Himalayan Region
(IHR) and their response to climate change’ in ISPTE2020 on 14.2.2020
PUBLICATIONS:
• Agrawala, D.K., Panday, S., Bhaumik, M. & Bhattacharjee, A. 2019. Occurrence
and Red List Assessment of Hemipilia purpureopunctata (Orchidaceae) in
studied to note the
altitudinal range
• Herbarium sheets
studied to note the
phonological data
• Online database of
different herbaria
both within the
country and abroad
has been checked to
gather information
on type materials of
the allotted group.
• Field survey
conducted with
standard procedure
as laid down in Jain &
Rao (1977). Field and
GPS data collected
along with
germplasm collection.
(DETAIL PROVIDED IN
ANNEXURE-1)
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India. Richardiana 4: 1-8.
• Agrawala, D.K., Samiran Panday & Manas Bhaumik. Extended distribution of
Peristylus orbicularis (Orchidaceae) in Arunachal Pradesh, India. (Accepted)
Indian Journal of Forestry.
• Abstract on ‘Orchid diversity in the Indian Himalayan Region (IHR) and their response to climate change’ published in Proceedings of “International Symposium on Plant Taxonomy and Ethnobotany”
*Experimental work giving full details (in separate sheet, within 300 words) of experimental set up, methods adopted, data collected supported by necessary table, charts, diagrams & photographs. Note: Data, table and figures may be attached as separate source file (.docx, .xls, jpg, .jpeg, .png, .shp, etc. ).
3. Fellowship Description at H-JPF Level
Himalayan Junior Research Project Fellows (H-JPFs)
H-JRFs Profile Description:
S. No.
Name of JRF Date of Joining Research Title
Name of the PI Qualification
1. MR. AAZHIVAENDHAN G. 13.07.2018 Systematics and Conservation of Indian Orchids with special emphasis to Himalayan species.
Allotted group: Tribe Malaxideae (5 genera and 87 species). Dr. D.K. AGRAWALA
M.Sc. (BOTANY)
2. MS. SHREYASI NAYAK 27.07.2018 Systematics and Conservation of Indian Orchids with special emphasis to Himalayan species.
Allotted group: Genus Bulbophyllum with 137 species. Dr. D.K. AGRAWALA
M.Sc. (BOTANY)
3. MS. SANCHAYITA SENGUPTA
01.08.2018 Systematics and Conservation of Indian Orchids with special emphasis to Himalayan species.
Allotted group: Sub-tribes Vandinae, Decetorineae and Phalaenopsidineae (19 genera, 94 species).
Dr. D.K. AGRAWALA
M.Sc. (BOTANY)
4. MR. SAYAK CHAKRABORTY 01.08.2018 Systematics and Conservation of Indian Orchids with special emphasis to Himalayan species.
Allotted group: Tribes Arethuseae, Nervilieae, Gastrodieae, Tropideae and Neottieae (18 genera, 75 species).
Dr. D.K. AGRAWALA
M.Sc. (BOTANY)
5. MR. SHUVADIP SARKAR 01.08.2018 Systematics and Conservation of Indian Orchids with special emphasis to Himalayan species.
Allotted group: Tribes Cymbidieae, Epidendreae, Collabieae and Podochileae (29 genera, 77 species).
Dr. D.K. AGRAWALA
M.Sc. (BOTANY)
6. MS. OINDRILA CHAKRABORTY
19.03.2019 Systematics and Conservation of Indian Orchids with special emphasis to Himalayan species.
Allotted group: Tribe: Vandeae (Sub-Tribe: Aeridinae) (21 genera, 86 species). Dr. D.K. AGRAWALA
M.Sc. (ENVS)
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Progress Brief (to be filled for each JPF in separate row):
JPF No.
Research Objectives Deliverable Achievements Research/ Experimental Work*
1. Project name: Systematics and Conservation of Indian Orchids with special emphasis to Himalayan species.
MR. AAZHIVAENDHAN G.
Allotted group: Tribe Malaxideae (5 genera and 87 species).
Objectives:
• Inventurization in Indian Himalayan region and find the occurrence, distribution pattern and affinities.
• Morphological characterization.
• Solve the taxonomy, nomenclature and decode the species complex (if any) with evidence from morphology, molecular biology and cytology.
• Confirm the presence of endemics, near endemics and less known species in their known localities and predict the likely habitat with habitat modeling technique.
• Assess the threat status by applying IUCN criteria.
• Develop distribution and species richness map.
• Germplasm collection and ex-situ conservation.
• Complete inventory of
orchid species
• Digital database on
target orchid group
• Morpho-molecular
characterization of all
species
• Long standing problems
on many species
complex will be solved.
• Inventory of Endemics
and less known species.
• Complete morphological characterization has been done for 33 species.
• 13 species have been illustrated with digital macro micrographic
photos of live specimens. Altogether 20 species have been completed
so far.
• Protologues were collected for 450 names (including synonyms) and
studied.
• Types & images of herbarium specimens were collected and studied for
33 species under 4 genera.
• Distribution and Endemism have been analyzed for allotted 86 species.
• Ten species complex have been identified and two of them are solved.
• Methodology for molecular studies has been standardized. Leaf and
root samples were collected from 20 species and preserved for DNA
extraction.
• Taxon data sheets of 57 taxa prepared for IUCN red list assessment.
FIELD TOURS:
• 29/03/2019 to 12/04/2019: Rongli, North Regu, South Regu, Agamlok,
Lunchuk, Talkharka, Sysne, Rolep, Haticheri & Pangolakha WLS, East
district of Sikkim. C. 80 km2 were covered, 79 species were collected
and introduced in BSI SHRC campus for further studies and ex situ
conservation.
• 15/06/2019: Pangthang, Tintek, Tumin, Simik, Lingzey, Singtam, East
Sikkim. c.60 km2 were covered, 64 species were collected and
introduced in BSI SHRC campus for further studies and ex situ
conservation.
• 22/06/2019 to 30/06/2019: Chungthang, Khedum, Lachung, Lachen
North Sikkim. c.120 km2 were covered, 49 species were collected and
introduced in BSI SHRC campus for further studies and ex situ
conservation.
• Morphological
descriptions were
prepared based on the
study of live and
herbarium materials
along with type
specimen.
• Taxonomic photo plates
were prepared using
Adobe Photoshop CS.
• Protologues and types
were collected and
studied to fix the identity
of species.
• Endemic and less known
species were listed out to
prepare habitat model.
• Species complex have
been solved based on
critical study of
Protologue, type and live
specimens.
• Samples from live
specimens were collected
and stored in aseptic vials
for DNA extraction as per
Doyle and Doyle (1987).
• IUCN redlist data sheets
were prepared with the
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• 16/07/2019 to 21/07/2019: Cherrapunjee, Mawsmai, Jowai, Nongpoh
(Meghalaya). C. 500 km2 were covered, 28 species were collected and
introduced in BSI SHRC campus for further studies and ex situ
conservation.
• 27/07/2019 to 30/07/2019: Nongstoin, Mawsynram, Dwaki
(Meghalaya). C. 600 km2 were covered and 20 species were collected
and introduced in BSI SHRC campus for further studies & ex situ
conservation. During this field trip many epiphytic orchid species were
rescued from fallen tree logs.
HERBARIUM CONSULTATION:
• 22/07/2019 to 26/07/2019: Botanical Survey of India Eastern Regional
Centre herbarium (ASSAM) Shillong, Meghalaya. Total of 530 herbarium
sheets of respective groups has been studied for complete
morphological characters.
WORKSHOP/ SYMPOSIUM ATTENDED:
• Participated in “3rd Himalayan Researchers Consortium from 16.05.19
to 17.05.19” at GBPNIHESD, Almora, Uttarakhand.
• Participated in “International Day on Biological Diversity” on
22.05.2019, organized by Botanical Survey of India, Sikkim Himalayan
Regional Centre, Gangtok.
• Participated in “World Environment Day” celebration on 04.06.2019,
organized by Botanical Survey of India, Sikkim Himalayan Regional
Centre, Gangtok.
• Participated in “World Environment Day’ celebration on 05.06.2019,
organized by Forest, Environment and Wildlife Management
Department, Government of Sikkim.
• Participated and presented a poster in International Symposium on
“Plant Taxonomy and Ethno botany” organized by Botanical Survey of
India, Kolkata from 13.02.2020 to 14.02.2020.
• Participated in one day state level workshop on “Building Resilient
Himalayan Environment and Community” organized by IUCN, NMHS &
GBPNIHESD on 21.02.2020.
data of citation,
synonym, description,
phenology, distribution,
importance and threats.
• Field survey conducted
with standard procedures
as laid down in Jain &
Rao (1977). Field and GPS
data collected along with
Germplasm collection.
(DETAIL PROVIDED IN
ANNEXURE – 2)
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PUBLICATION:
• Abstract on ‘Synopsis of the genus Dienia Lindl. (Orchidaceae) in India’
was published in the proceedings of the International Symposium on
“Plant Taxonomy and Ethno botany” [13.02.2020 – 14.02.2020].
2. Project name: Systematics and Conservation of Indian Orchids with special emphasis to Himalayan species.
MS. SHREYASI NAYAK
Allotted group: Genus Bulbophyllum with 137 species.
Objectives:
• Inventurization in Indian Himalayan region and find the occurrence, distribution pattern and affinities.
• Morphological characterization.
• Solve the taxonomy, nomenclature and decode the species complex (if any) with evidence from morphology, molecular biology and cytology.
• Confirm the presence of endemics, near endemics and less known species in their known localities and predict the likely habitat with habitat modeling technique.
• Assess the threat status by applying IUCN criteria.
• Develop distribution and species richness map.
• Germplasm collection and ex-situ conservation.
• Complete inventory of
orchid species
• Digital database on
target orchid group
• Morpho-molecular
characterization of all
species
• Long standing problems
on many species
complex will be solved.
• Inventory of Endemics
and less known species.
• Morphological Characterization done for 36 species under one genus
based on study of live specimen and Herbarium material along with
type specimen.
• 25 Species has been Illustrated with digital macro-microscopic
photography of live specimen.
• Protologues were collected for 50 names (including synonyms).
• Type specimen and Images collected for 19 species.
• Checklist of species endemism and distribution has been prepared.
• Detailed field tour plan has been prepared based on species endemism
and distribution.
• Four species complex have been identified and one is solved.
• Inputs were provided for IUCN Red-list datasheets of 89 species.
• Geo coordinate assigned for 2090 sheets.
• Literatures on allotted species are being consulted and data on
Molecular biology, Phylogeny and Histology are being compiled.
• Methodology for Molecular studies and Histology has been
standardized.
FIELD TOURS:
• 29/03/2019 to 12/04/2019: Rongli, North Regu, South Regu, Agamlok,
Lunchuk, Talkharka, Sysne, Rolep, Haticheri & Pangolakha WLS, East
district of Sikkim. C. 80 km2 were covered, 79 species were collected
and introduced in BSI SHRC campus for further studies and ex situ
conservation.
• 15/06/2019: Pangthang, Tintek, Tumin, Simik, Lingzey, Singtam, East
Sikkim. c.60 km2 were covered, 64 species were collected and
introduced in BSI SHRC campus for further studies and ex situ
conservation.
• Morphological
descriptions were
prepared by using
standard descriptors
for orchids.
• Herbarium specimen
images were studied
for their identity and
assigned with geo-
coordinates by using
google earth software.
• Published literatures
and herbarium sheets
studied to note the
altitudinal range
• Herbarium sheets
studied to note the
phonological data
• Online database of
different herbaria
both within the
country and abroad
has been checked to
gather information on
type materials of the
allotted group.
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• 16/07/2019 to 21/07/2019: Cherrapunjee, Mawsmai, Jowai, Nongpoh
(Meghalaya). c.500 km2 were covered, 28 species were collected and
introduced in BSI SHRC campus for further studies and ex situ
conservation.
• 27/07/2019 to 30/07/2019: Nongstoin, Mawsynram, Dwaki
(Meghalaya). c.600 km2 were covered and 20 species were collected
and introduced in BSI SHRC campus for further studies & ex situ
conservation. During this field trip many epiphytic orchid species were
rescued from fallen tree logs.
HERBARIUM CONSULTATION
• 22/07/2019 to 26/07/2019: Botanical Survey of India Eastern
Regional Centre herbarium (ASSAM) Shillong, Meghalaya. Total of 530
herbarium sheets of respective groups has been studied for complete
morphological characters.
WORKSHOP/ SYMPOSIUM ATTENDED:
• Participated in “Two days (16.05.19-17.05.19.) 3rd Himalayan
Researchers Consortium-2019” at GBPNIHESD, Almora, Uttarakhand
from 12.05.19 to 20.05.19 (including journey period).
• Participated in “International Day on Biological Diversity” on
22.05.2019, organized by Botanical Survey of India, Sikkim Himalayan
Regional Centre, Gangtok.
• Participated in “World Environment Day” on 04.06.2019, organized by
Botanical Survey of India, Sikkim Himalayan Regional Centre, Gangtok.
• Participated in “World Environment Day” on 05.06.2019 at Chintan
Bhavan, Gangtok, organized by Govt. of Sikkim.
• Attended International Workshop on “Preservation and promotion of
Sowa Rigpa in Asia” organized by Regional Ayurveda Research
Institute, Gangtok on 28.2.2020 - 29.2.2020 at Chintan Bhawan.
• Attended training um workshop in “Statistical application on Ecological
Research” organized by GBPNIHESD, Gangtok from 2.3.2020 –
6.3.2020
• Participated in the “International Symposium on Plant Taxonomy and
Ethnobotany” organized by Botanical Survey of India at Kolkata from
• Field survey conducted
with standard procedures
as laid down in Jain &
Rao (1977). Field and GPS
data collected along with
Germplasm collection.
(DETAIL PROVIDED IN
ANNEXURE – 3)
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13.2.2020 – 14.2.2020.
• Presented the poster entitled ‘Phenotypic diversity of the genus
Bulbophyllum (Orchidaceae) in India’ in ISPTE2020 on 14.2.2020
PUBLICATION:
• Abstract on ‘Phenotypic diversity of the genus Bulbophyllum
(Orchidaceae) in India’ published in Proceedings of “International
Symposium on Plant Taxonomy and Ethnobotany”
3. Project name: Systematics and Conservation of Indian Orchids with special emphasis to Himalayan species.
MS. SANCHAYITA SENGUPTA
Allotted group: Sub-tribes Vandinae, Decetorineae and Phalaenopsidineae (19 genera, 94 species).
Objectives:
• Inventurization in Indian Himalayan region and find the occurrence, distribution pattern and affinities.
• Morphological characterization.
• Solve the taxonomy, nomenclature and decode the species complex (if any) with evidence from morphology, molecular biology and cytology.
• Confirm the presence of endemics, near endemics and less known species in their known localities and predict the likely habitat with habitat modeling technique.
• Assess the threat status by
• Complete inventory of
orchid species
• Digital database on
target orchid group
• Morpho-molecular
characterization of all
species
• Long standing problems
on many species
complex will be solved.
• Inventory of Endemics
and less known species.
• Generic description prepared for Arachnis Bl. and Holcoglossum Schltr.
compiled from published literatures.
• Morphological Characterization done for 9 species under 4 genera.
• Illustrations with digital macro-microscopic photographs are prepared
for 8 species under 6 genera.
• Protologues of 89 names and types for 15 species are collected
• Distributional clusters along with phenology of all the allotted species
are prepared
• Distribution of Endemism has been analyzed for 19 species.
• Species complex identified: 6.
• Assigned geo co-ordinates: 1138 sheets under 53 species.
• Taxon datasheets of 47 taxa prepared for IUCN Red- list assessment.
• Literature on selected species has been collected and studied.
FIELD TOURS:
29/03/19 to 01/04/19: Mungpoo and surroundings in Darjeeling district
of West Bengal.The Cinchona Plantation area was thoroughly surveyed.
02/04/19 to 12/04/19: North Regu, South Regu, Rongli, Rolep, Agamlok,
Pangolakha WLS, Aritar of East district of Sikkim.
Germplasm collected and introduced in the campus for 82 species in the
above tours.
08/06/2019 at River bank Teesta (Kalijhora Teesta Low Dam IV to Sevoke
Bazar). Germplasm collected for 6 species
15/06/2019 to Lingzey-Fambonglho area along with Dr. D.K. Agrawala
and other project fellows. Germplasm collected and introduced for 23
• Morphological
descriptions were
prepared by using
standard descriptors
for orchids.
• Herbarium specimen
images were studied
for their identity and
assigned with geo-
coordinates by using
google earth software.
• Published literatures
and herbarium sheets
studied to note the
altitudinal range
• Herbarium sheets
studied to note the
phenological data
• Online database of
different herbaria
both within the
country and abroad
has been checked to
gather information on
type materials of the
allotted group.
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applying IUCN criteria.
• Develop distribution and species richness map.
• Germplasm collection and ex-situ conservation.
species
15/07/2019 to 11/08/2019 to Arunachal Pradesh covering Itanagar and
Doimukh in the Papum Pare district and Tipi, Sessa, Doimara, Dadzling,
Balipara road, Shergaon, Kalaktang, Morshin, Dirang and adjoining and
Mandla in the West Kameng district. Germplasm collected for 62 species
and 51 are introduced in the campus
HERBARIUM CONSULTATION:
• Herbarium consultation was done at ARUN from 18.07.2019-
20.07.2019 and 40 sheets under 28 species were examined.
WORKSHOP/SYMPOSIUM ATTENDED:
• Participated in “Two days (16.05.19-17.05.19.) 3rd Himalayan
Researchers Consortium-2019” at GBPNIHESD, Almora, Uttarakhand
from 12.05.19 to 20.05.19 (including journey period).
• Participated in “International Day on Biological Diversity” on
22.05.2019, organized by Botanical Survey of India, Sikkim Himalayan
Regional Centre, Gangtok.
• Participated in “World Environment Day” on 04.06.2019, organized by
Botanical Survey of India, Sikkim Himalayan Regional Centre, Gangtok.
• Participated in “World Environment Day” on 05.06.2019 at Chintan Bhavan, Gangtok, organized by Govt. of Sikkim.
• Attended International Workshop on “Preservation and promotion of Sowa Rigpa in Asia” organized by Regional Ayurveda Research Institute, Gangtok on 28.2.2020 - 29.2.2020 at Chintan Bhawan.
• Attended training um workshop in “Statistical application on Ecological Research” organized by GBPNIHESD, Gangtok from 2.3.2020 – 6.3.2020
• Participated in the “International Symposium on Plant Taxonomy and
Ethnobotany” organized by Botanical Survey of India at Kolkata from
13.2.2020 – 14.2.2020.
• Presented the poster entitled ‘Esmeralda Rchb.f- one of the
important horticultural orchid genera in India’ in ISPTE2020 on
14.2.2020
PUBLICATION:
Abstract on ‘Esmeralda Rchb.f- one of the important horticultural
orchid genera in India’ published in Proceedings of “International
• Field survey
conducted with
standard procedure as
laid down in Jain &
Rao (1977). Field and
GPS data collected
along with germplasm
collection.
(DETAIL PROVIDED IN
ANNEXURE-4)
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Symposium on Plant Taxonomy and Ethnobotany”
4. Project name: Systematics and Conservation of Indian Orchids with special emphasis to Himalayan species.
MR. SAYAK CHAKRABORTY
Allotted group: Tribes Arethuseae, Nervilieae, Gastrodieae, Tropideae and Neottieae (18 genera, 75 species).
Objectives:
• Inventurization in Indian Himalayan region and find the occurrence, distribution pattern and affinities.
• Morphological characterization.
• Solve the taxonomy, nomenclature and decode the species complex (if any) with evidence from morphology, molecular biology and cytology.
• Confirm the presence of endemics, near endemics and less known species in their known localities and predict the likely habitat with habitat modeling technique.
• Assess the threat status by applying IUCN criteria.
• Develop distribution and species richness map.
• Germplasm collection and ex-situ conservation.
• Complete inventory of
orchid species
• Digital database on
target orchid group
• Morpho-molecular
characterization of all
species
• Long standing problems
on many species
complex will be solved.
• Inventory of Endemics
and less known species.
•Generic description prepared for Corymborkis Thouars, Didymoplexis
Griff., Epipogium Borkh., Otochilus Lindl., Panisea (Lindl.) Lindl.,
Pholidota Lindl., Stereosandra Blume.
•Morphological characterization done for 32 species under 10 genera
based on study of live specimen and herbarium material along with
type specimen.
• 16 species have been illustrated with digital macro-microscopic
photography of live specimen.
• Protologues collected for 289 names including synonyms and studied.
• Type specimen & images collected for 33 allotted species and studied.
•Distribution and endemism have been analyzed for 17 species.
•Species complex identified for 5 groups.
• Assigned geo co-ordinates: 2544 sheets under 64 species.
• Taxon datasheets of 58 species prepared for IUCN Red-list assessment.
•Literature on selected species has been collected and studied.
• Distributional cluster prepared for all the allotted species.
•The phenology recorded for the allotted group from the herbarium data
is compiled to form a floral calendar segregating into three
seasons.Germplasm of 109 samples introduced along with another
team member
FIELD TOURS:
• 29/03/19 to 12/04/2019: Mungpoo and surroundings in Darjeeling
district of West Bengal and North Regu, South Regu, Rongli, Rolep,
Agamlok, Pangolakha WLS, Aritar of East District of Sikkim.
143 total field numbers were collected together with team members in
which 82 germplasms were introduced into BSI, SHRC Campus for ex-
situ conservation and further study.
• 11/07/2019 to 15/07/2019: Dombyang Valley, Yumthang Hotspring
area, Shingba Rhododendron Sanctuary, Katao and adjoining areas of
North District of Sikkim.
• Morphological
descriptions were
prepared by using
standard descriptors
for orchids.
• Herbarium specimen
images were studied
for their identity and
assigned with geo-
coordinates by using
google earth software.
• Published literatures
and herbarium sheets
studied to note the
altitudinal range
• Herbarium sheets
studied to note the
phonological data
• Online database of
different herbaria
both within the
country and abroad
has been checked to
gather information on
type materials of the
allotted group.
• Field survey
conducted with
standard procedure as
laid down in Jain &
Rao (1977). Field and
GPS data collected
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22 total field numbers were collected together with another team
member in which 8 germplasms were introduced into BSI, SHRC
Campus for ex-situ conservation and further study.
• 13/03/2020 to 19/03/2020: Chapramari WLS and adjoining areas of
Jalpaiguri District of West Bengal.
21 total field numbers were collected together with another team
member in which 19 germplasms were introduced into BSI, SHRC
Campus for ex-situ conservation and further study.
HERBARIUM CONSULTATION:
• Visited Central National Herbarium (CAL) Howrah, West Bengal and
studied respective specimens from herbarium and took photographs
of 6 protologues from available literatures and consulted other
literatures also in CNH library with permission from 08.08.2019 to
09.08.2019.
WORKSHOP/SYMPOSIUM ATTENDED:
• Participated in “Two days (16.05.2019-17.05.2019) 3rd Himalayan
Researchers Consortium-2019” at GBPNIHESD, Almora, Uttarakhand
from 12.05.2019 to 20.05.2019 (including journey period).
• Participated in “International Day on Biological Diversity” on
22.05.2019, organized by Botanical Survey of India, Sikkim Himalayan
Regional Centre, Gangtok.
• Participated in “World Environment Day” on 04.06.2019, organized by
Botanical Survey of India, Sikkim Himalayan Regional Centre, Gangtok.
• Participated in “World Environment Day” on 05.06.2019 at Chintan Bhavan, Gangtok, organized by Govt. of Sikkim.
• Participated in “Building Resilient Himalayan Environment and Community”: State level workshop, Sikkim on 21.02.2020
• Attended International Workshop on “Preservation and promotion of
Sowa Rigpa in Asia” organized by Regional Ayurveda Research
Institute, Gangtok on 28.02.2020 - 29.02.2020 at Chintan Bhawan.
• Attended training um workshop in “Statistical application on Ecological Research” organized by GBPNIHESD, Gangtok from 02.03.2020 – 06.03.2020
• Participated in the “International Symposium on Plant Taxonomy and
along with germplasm
collection.
(DETAIL PROVIDED IN
ANNEXURE-5)
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Ethnobotany” organized by Botanical Survey of India at Kolkata from
13.02.2020 – 14.02.2020.
• Presented the poster entitled ‘Diversity and distribution of the genus
Otochilus Lindl. in India’ in ISPTE2020 on 14.2.2020
PUBLICATION:
• Abstract on ‘Diversity and distribution of the genus Otochilus
Lindl. in India’ published in Proceedings of “International Symposium
on Plant Taxonomy and Ethnobotany”
5. Project name: Systematics and Conservation of Indian Orchids with special emphasis to Himalayan species.
MR. SHUVADIP SARKAR
Allotted group: Tribes Cymbidieae, Epidendreae, Collabieae and Podochileae (29 genera, 77 species).
Objectives:
• Inventurization in Indian Himalayan region and find the occurrence, distribution pattern and affinities.
• Morphological characterization.
• Solve the taxonomy, nomenclature and decode the species complex (if any) with evidence from morphology, molecular biology and cytology.
• Confirm the presence of endemics, near endemics and less known species in their known localities and predict the likely habitat with habitat modeling technique.
• Complete inventory of
orchid species
• Digital database on
target orchid group
• Morpho-molecular
characterization of all
species
• Long standing problems
on many species
complex will be solved.
• Inventory of Endemics
and less known species.
• Complete morphological characterization has been done for 15
species under 10 genera has been done based on study of live
specimen & herbarium material along with type specimen.
• 8 species under 5 genera has been illustrated with critical macro-
microscopic photography of live specimens.
• Protologues collected for 173 names of 37 species under 17 genera
including synonyms from different literatures and available online
sources and studied.
• Type specimens & images of 10 species under 4 genera has been
collected.
• Distribution of endemism has been analyzed for 8 species under 7
genera
• Phenology, distribution and altitudinal ranges are compiled from the
herbarium data and available literatures for the allotted group to form
a floral calendar.
• Species complex that has been identified 13 species under 5 genera
within the allotted group
• Geo-coordinate assigned: 1406 sheets of 54 species under 27 genera
• Taxon data sheets of 53 species under 26 genera prepared for IUCN
Red -list assessment
FIELD TOURS:
• 29/03/19 to 12/04/19: Field tours to Mungpoo, Darjeeling, South
Regu, Rongli, Rolep, Agamlok, Pangolakha WLS, Aritar of East district
of Sikkim. Germplasm collected for 82 species
• 08/06/2019 at River bank Teesta (Kalijhora Teesta Low Dam IV to
• Morphological
descriptions were
prepared by using
standard descriptors
for orchids.
• Herbarium specimen
images were studied
for their identity and
assigned with geo-
coordinates by using
google earth software.
• Published literatures
and herbarium sheets
studied to note the
altitudinal range
• Herbarium sheets
studied to note the
phonological data
• Online database of
different herbaria
both within the
country and abroad
has been checked to
gather information on
type materials of the
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• Assess the threat status by applying IUCN criteria.
• Develop distribution and species richness map.
• Germplasm collection and ex-situ conservation.
Sevoke Bazar). Total 24 orchid species observed; 06 field no. collected
and introduced in the campus garden for further studies and ex situ
conservation.
• 15/06/2019: Field tour to Lingzey-Fambonglho area. 22 species were
collected.
• 11/07/19 to 15/07/19: Field tour conducted to Lachung of North
Sikkim. Surveyed areas are Dombyng valley, Yumthang Hotspring,
Shingba Rhododendron Sanctuary, Katao and adjoining areas from.
Total 36 field nos collected and 8 were introduced in introduced in
BSI, SHRC campus for further studies and ex situ conservation. During
this field trip many epiphytic orchids were rescued from fallen tree
logs at road widening sites.
• Field tour conducted to Pakyong on 23.07.2019 to study live
specimens at ICAR- National Research Centre For Orchids
• Field tour conducted to North Sikkim from 20.09.19-23.07.19.
Surveyed areas are Yumthang Hotspring, Shingba Rhododendron
Sanctuary, Yumesamdong, Katao, Zekuphyak and adjoining areas.
Total 16 field no.s collected.
• Field tour conducted to Chapramari WLS and adjoining areas with
Sayak Chakraborty from 13.3.2020 to 19.3.2020. Surveyed areas are
Chapramari 2, 3, 4 compartments & Panijhora 1a, 2a, 4a
compartments under Chapramari Beat; Panjhora 1c, 5, 7
compartments of Panjhora beat; Sibchu 2b, 2c compartments of
Sibchu beat. Total 30 species of orchids observed, 21 specimens were
collected and 19 introduced in BSI, SHRC garden for ex-situ
conservation.
HERBARIUM CONSULTATION:
• conducted to CAL from 08.08.2019 to 09.08.2019 and studied of
allotted specimens from Herbarium and consulted 14 literatures from
CNH library
WORKSHOP/ SYMPOSIUM ATTENDED:
• Participated in “Two days (16.05.19-17.05.19.) 3rd Himalayan
Researchers Consortium-2019” at GBPNIHESD, Almora, Uttarakhand
allotted group.
• Field survey
conducted with
standard procedure as
laid down in Jain &
Rao (1977). Field and
GPS data collected
along with germplasm
collection.
(DETAIL PROVIDED IN
ANNEXURE-6)
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from 12.05.19 to 20.05.19 (including journey period).
• Participated in “International Day on Biological Diversity” on
22.05.2019, organized by Botanical Survey of India, Sikkim Himalayan
Regional Centre, Gangtok.
• Participated in “World Environment Day” on 04.06.2019, organized by
Botanical Survey of India, Sikkim Himalayan Regional Centre, Gangtok.
• Participated in “World Environment Day” on 05.06.2019 at Chintan Bhavan, Gangtok, organized by Govt. of Sikkim.
• Participated in the “International Symposium on Plant Taxonomy and
Ethnobotany” organized by Botanical Survey of India at Kolkata from
13.2.2020 – 14.2.2020.
• Presented the poster entitled ‘Taxonomic studies on the Genus Phaius
Lour. (Orchidaceae) in India’ in ISPTE2020 on 14.2.2020
• Participated in “Building Resilient Himalayan Environment and
Community”: State level workshop, Sikkim on 21st February 2020
• Attended the State Level Workshop ‘Building Resilient Himalayan
Environment and Community’ under a NMHS project on 21.2.2020.
• Attended International Workshop on “Preservation and promotion of
Sowa Rigpa in Asia” organized by Regional Ayurveda Research
Institute, Gangtok on 28.2.2020 - 29.2.2020 at Chintan Bhawan.
PUBLICATIONS:
• Agrawala, D.K. and Sarkar, S. 2019. Vegetative propagation of Phaius
flavus through back bulb cutting- a conservation tool. ENVIS
Newsletter 24(1): 4-5.
• Abstract on ‘Taxonomic studies on the Genus Phaius Lour.
(Orchidaceae) in India’ published in Proceedings of “International
Symposium on Plant Taxonomy and Ethnobotany”
6. Project name: Systematics and Conservation of Indian Orchids with special emphasis to Himalayan species.
MS. OINDRILA CHAKRABORTY
• Complete inventory of
orchid species
• Digital database on
target orchid group
• Morpho-molecular
characterization of all
• Morphological Characterization done for 12 taxa based on study of live
specimen and herbarium material along with type specimen.
• 8 species has been illustrated with digital macroscopic photography of
live specimen.
• Protologues collected for 188 names of 58 species under 8 genera
including synonyms from different literatures and available online
• Morphological
descriptions were
prepared by using
standard descriptors
for orchids.
• Herbarium specimen
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Allotted group: Tribe: Vandeae (Sub-Tribe: Aeridinae) (21 genera, 86 species).
Objectives:
• Inventurization in Indian Himalayan region and find the occurrence, distribution pattern and affinities.
• Morphological characterization.
• Solve the taxonomy, nomenclature and decode the species complex (if any) with evidence from morphology, molecular biology and cytology.
• Confirm the presence of endemics, near endemics and less known species in their known localities and predict the likely habitat with habitat modeling technique.
• Assess the threat status by applying IUCN criteria.
• Develop distribution and species richness map.
• Germplasm collection and ex-situ conservation.
species
• Long standing problems
on many species
complex will be solved.
• Inventory of Endemics
and less known species.
sources and studied.
• Type specimen and images collected for 9 species under 3 genera
from different herbaria and available online sources.
• Checklist of species endemism and distributional cluster has been
prepared.
• The phenology recorded for 86 species under 21 genera from the
herbarium data and different literatures is compiled to form a floral
calendar.
• Geo-co-ordinates assigned: 1432 sheets of 47 species under 16 genera
• Taxon datasheets of 45 taxa prepared for IUCN Red-list assessment.
• Prepared distribution map with help of Arch GIS software, obtained
AOO and EOO for 21 species.
FIELD TOURS:
• 29/03/2019 to 12/04/2019: Rongli, North Regu, South Regu, Agamlok,
Lunchuk, Talkharka, Sysne, Rolep, Haticheri & Pangolakha WLS, East
district of Sikkim. 79 species were collected and introduced in BSI
SHRC campus for further studies and ex situ conservation.
• 08/06/2019: River bank Teesta (Kalijhora Teesta Low Dam IV to
Sevoke Bazar).
Total 24 orchid species observed; 06 field no. collected and introduced
in the campus garden for further studies and ex situ conservation.
• 15/06/2019: Pangthang, Tintek, Tumin, Simik, Lingzey, Singtam, East
Sikkim 64 species were collected and introduced in BSI SHRC campus
for further studies and ex situ conservation.
• 25/07/19 to 11/08/19: Tippi, Sessa, Doimara, Shergaon, Morshin,
Dirang, Shangti Basti, Thembang, Namsu, Munna camp, Chug, Rahung
and Mandla located in West Kameng district and Itanagar and Doimukh
in Papum Pare district. Total 82 species could be observed of which
specimens of 62 field numbers collected and 51 are introduced in the
campus garden for further studies and ex situ conservation.
HERBARIUM CONSULTATION:
18/07/2019- 20/07/2019: Botanical Survey of India, Arunachal Pradesh
Regional Centre (ARUN), Itanagar. Total 40 sheets under 28 species were
studied.
images were studied
for their identity and
assigned with geo-
coordinates by using
google earth software.
• Herbarium sheets
studied to note the
phonological data
• Online database of
different herbaria
both within the
country and abroad
has been checked to
gather information on
type materials of the
allotted group.
• Field survey
conducted with
standard procedure as
laid down in Jain &
Rao (1977). Field and
GPS data collected
along with germplasm
collection.
(DETAIL PROVIDED IN
ANNEXURE-7)
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WORKSHOP/SYMPOSIUM ATTENDED:
• Participated in “Two days (16.05.19-17.05.19.) 3rd Himalayan
Researchers Consortium-2019” at GBPNIHESD, Almora, Uttarakhand
from 12.05.19 to 20.05.19 (including journey period)
• Participated in “International Day on Biological Diversity” on
22.05.2019, organized by Botanical Survey of India, Sikkim Himalayan
Regional Centre, Gangtok.
• Participated in “World Environment Day” on 04.06.2019, organized by
Botanical Survey of India, Sikkim Himalayan Regional Centre, Gangtok.
• Participated in “World Environment Day” on 05.06.2019 at Chintan Bhavan, Gangtok, organized by Govt. of Sikkim.
• Participated and presented a poster in International Symposium on “Plant Taxonomy and Ethno botany” organized by Botanical Survey of India, Kolkata from 13.02.2020 to 14.02.2020.
• Participated in one day state level workshop on “Building Resilient Himalayan Environment and Community” organized by IUCN, NMHS & GBPNIHESD on 21.02.2020.
• Attended International Workshop on “Preservation and promotion of
Sowa Rigpa in Asia” organized by Regional Ayurveda Research
Institute, Gangtok on 28.2.2020 - 29.2.2020 at Chintan Bhawan.
PUBLICATION:
• Abstract on ‘Concept of the genus Acampe Lindl. (Orchidaceae) in India’
published in Proceedings of International Symposium on “Plant
Taxonomy and Ethnobotany” [13.02.2020-14.02.2020].
*Experimental work giving full details (in separate sheet, within 300 words) of experimental set up, methods adopted, data collected supported by necessary table, charts, diagrams & photographs. Note: Data, table and figures may be attached as separate source file (.docx, .xls, jpg, .jpeg, .png, .shp, etc. ).
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4. Fellowship Description at Institutional/ University Level
Annual Deliverables/ Outputs (during the reporting year)
S. No. Deliverables/ Parameters No. Description
1.
No. of Research Publications (monograph/ articles/ peer-reviewed articles):
3 peer reviewed articles,
7 abstracts in the Proceedings of International Symposium
Occurrence and Red List Assessment of Hemipilia purpureopunctata (Orchidaceae) – a less known species in India published in Richardiana.
Extended distribution of Peristylus orbicularis (Orchidaceae) in Arunachal Pradesh, India. Indian Journal of
Forestry 2019.
Vegetative propagation of Phaius flavus through back bulb cutting- a conservation tool published in ENVIS Newsletter [This ensures a new technique in propagating this particular species in the orchidarium, possibly opening a new arena in horticultural practices.
Abstracts published on the topics:
‘Orchid diversity in the Indian Himalayan Region (IHR) and their response to climate change’
‘Synopsis of the genus Dienia Lindl. (Orchidaceae) in India’
‘Phenotypic diversity of the genus Bulbophyllum (Orchidaceae) in India’
‘Esmeralda Rchb.f- one of the important horticultural orchid genera in India’
‘Diversity and distribution of the genus Otochilus Lindl. in India’
‘Taxonomic studies on the Genus Phaius Lour. (Orchidaceae) in India’
‘Concept of the genus Acampe Lindl. (Orchidaceae) in India’
2. No. of Data Sets generated: 403 403 data sheets were prepared by compilation of taxonomic citation, distribution, diagnostic characters, threats etc. for assessment of threat status as per IUCN criteria. A total of 161 species has been worked out for compilation of nomenclature and macro-morphological characters. Nearly 10,000 herbarium specimens found in Indian Herbaria are assigned with geo-coordinates for plotting of range maps. Generic descriptions prepared for 8 genera. Protologues collected and studied for 1277 names.
3. No. of Conferences/ Workshops attended:
08 The Research Fellows and Principal Investigator have attended seminars, trainings and brainstorming meetings related to biodiversity of Indian Himalayan Region and actively participated.
• “Two days, 3rd Himalayan Researchers Consortium-2019” at GBPNIHESD, Almora, Uttarakhand.
• “International Day on Biological Diversity”, organized by Botanical Survey of India, Sikkim Himalayan Regional
Centre, Gangtok.
• “World Environment Day” organized by Botanical Survey of India, Sikkim Himalayan Regional Centre, Gangtok.
• “World Environment Day” at Chintan Bhavan, Gangtok, organized by Govt. of Sikkim.
• Participated in the “International Symposium on Plant Taxonomy and Ethnobotany” organized by Botanical
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Survey of India at Kolkata from.
• “Building Resilient Himalayan Environment and Community”: State level workshop, Sikkim.
• “Preservation and promotion of Sowa Rigpa in Asia” organized by Regional Ayurveda Research Institute
• “Statistical application on Ecological Research” organized by GBPNIHESD
4. No. of Sites/ Study Area Covered:
11
and
(herbarium consultation
tour: 2)
Field study and sampling done:
• 29.03.19 to 12.04.19- Field tours to North Regu, South Regu, Rongli, Rolep, Agamlok, Pangolakha WLS, Aritar
of East district of Sikkim, Mungpoo, Darjeeling
• 08.06.2019 at River bank Teesta (Kalijhora Teesta Low Dam IV to Sevoke Bazar)
• 15.06.2019- Field tour to Lingzey-Fambonglho area
• 22.6.2019-30.6.2019- Field tour to Chungthang area, North Sikkim conducted
• 11.07.19 to 15.07.19- Field tour conducted to Lachung of North Sikkim. Surveyed areas are Dombyng valley,
Yumthang Hotspring, Shingba Rhododendron Sanctuary, Katao and adjoining areas
• 16.07.2019 to 21.07.2019- Field tours to Cherrapunjee, Mawsmai, Jowai, Nongpoh (Meghalaya)
• 23.07.2019- Field tour conducted to Pakyong to study live specimens at ICAR- National Research Centre For
Orchids
• 25.07.19 to 11.08.19- A tour has been conducted to Tippi, Sessa, Doimara, Shergaon, Morshin, Dirang, Shangti
Basti, Thembang, Namsu, Munna camp, Chug, Rahung and Mandla located in West Kameng district and
Itanagar and Doimukh in Papum Pare district
• 27.07.2019 to 30.07.2019- Tour to Nongstoin, Mawsynram, Dwaki (Meghalaya)
• 20.09.19-23.07.19- Field tour conducted to North Sikkim. Surveyed areas are Yumthang Hotspring, Shingba
Rhododendron Sanctuary, Yumesamdong, Katao, Zekuphyak and adjoining areas.
•Field tour conducted to Chapramari WLS and adjoining areas from 13.3.2020 to 19.3.2020.
• Two herbarium consultation tours conducted to ASSAM and CAL within the period.
5. No. of Best Practices suitable for IHR:
02 • Germplasm of 402 specimens were collected from different locations of Indian Himalayan Region during field trips and introduced at BSI campus for ex-situ conservation and further studies. During the field tours, epiphytic species were rescued from fallen tree logs and tied into nearby trees and rehabilitated at BSI campus.
• Propagation technique developed through back-bulb cutting, which can be practiced at IHR.
• Firm establishment of the Coelogyne species on the vertical framing of guard walls has helped in further extension of the technique for larger areas.
6. New Observations/ Innovations The exomorphic characters studied from the live specimens collected from field and the data deciphered from the old collections or recent collections give a wide range of character and character states.
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5. Fellowship Concluding Remarks/ Annual Summary
Conclusions summarizing the achievements and indication of remaining work (within 300 words):
The Himalayan Fellowship Project has been initiated during July 2018 after joining of the Research Fellows. Within the second year, there has been significant progress made by all the research fellows. The consolidated achievement has been presented below.
• The distributional range in the Indian Himalayan Region for the allotted groups has been computed and analysed.
• The phenology of all allotted groups has been recorded and floral calendar has been prepared.
• The altitudinal range has been gathered from herbarium data from all allotted group.
• 10 field trips has been conducted to different regions of Indian Himalayan Region and two herbaria within the country.
• Germplasm of 381 species collected and introduced in the campus garden.
• 123 species has been studied live and illustration prepared with digital macro-microscopic photographs and description prepared.
• 403 data sheets were prepared by compilation of taxonomic citation, distribution, diagnostic characters, threats etc. for assessment of threat status as per IUCN criteria.
• More than 10000 herbarium specimens found in Indian Herbaria are assigned with geo-coordinates for plotting of range maps.
• Prepared distribution map with help of Arch GIS software, obtained AOO and EOO for 21 species.
Next year’s plan:
1. Thorough field exploration targeting the less known species. 2. Spatial representation. 3. Solving of taxonomic and nomenclatural complexes within the group. 4. Germplasm collection and ex-situ conservation. 5. Morphological and Molecular characterization
6. Specific Research Question(s) Addressed with Succinct Answer(s)
S. No. Research Questions Addressed Succinct Answers (within 150-200 words)
1. Literature survey Major floristic account on regional orchid floras and other available literature consulted and compiled. Distributional range, altitudinal range, phenology have been addressed.
2. Collection of Type, protologues and herbarium specimen
Herbarium consultation tours conducted at ASSAM, CAL, BSHC for both general and type specimens. Digital herbarium at K, K-W, P, BM, L has been studied for type and protologue. BHL, JSTORE and other library within the country has been consulted for protologue.
3. Field study 10 field studies have been conducted to different regions of Sikkim, Darjeeling, Arunachal Pradesh and Meghalaya
4. Introduction of live samples 381 live specimens collected and introduced in SHRC, BSI.