Singh, K N and Lal, Brij (2007) Notes on Traditional Uses of Khair (Acacia catechu Willd.) by Inhabitants of Shivalik Range in Western Himalaya. Role of Sal Tree in the Life of Aboriginals of Central India. pp. 1-4.

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Abstract

Abstract The article deals with the importance of Khair (also known as Catechu) in the life of rural and tribal communities inhabiting Shivalik range in western Himalaya, India. Catechu, a multipurpose tree species is widely used by the inhabitants for fodder, fuel, building material and in health care. Information on traditional uses and socioeconomic importance of A. catechu were provided with reference to natives inhabiting foothills of Shivalik range in western Hiamlaya, India.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Key words: Traditional Use, Catechu, Shivalik range, western Himalaya
Subjects:	Ecology
Divisions:	UNSPECIFIED
Depositing User:	Dr. Aparna Maitra Pati
Date Deposited:	06 Jan 2012 11:41
Last Modified:	06 Jan 2012 11:41
URI:	http://ihbt.csircentral.net/id/eprint/893

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