R C Sundriyal
Biographic Data
| ID | 258368 |
|---|---|
| NAME | R C Sundriyal |
| GIVEN NAMES | R C |
| FAMILY NAME | Sundriyal |
| SIGNATURE | SUNDRIYAL R C |
| AFFILIATIONS | Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University |
| ORCID | 0000-0003-0873-0609 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 17 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 63 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 17 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2001 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 5 |
Impact of forest fires on soil physicochemical properties in Himalayan forest ecosystems of Uttarakhand, western Himalaya
Forest fire represents a recurrent disturbance in the Himalayan Forest ecosystems of Uttarakhand, Western Himalaya. The repeated occurrence of large-scale fire events in these forests exerts profound ecological, economic, and socio-cultural impacts. Soil is considered one of the most important natural resource and wildfire alter the nutrient status and composition of the soil. Little information is available on how soil properties such as moistur…
Temporal change of tree biomass, productivity, and carbon pool in the dominant forests of Western Himalaya
Soil respiration (Rs) is the largest source of carbon dioxide emissions from terrestrial ecosystems. While numerous studies have examined its environmental controls, significant knowledge gaps remain regarding the complex interactions between biotic and abiotic factors regulating Rs. These uncertainties hinder the accuracy of model predictions, limiting our ability to assess ecosystem carbon dynamics under changing environmental conditions. This …
Physico-chemical variations in soils across urban proximity in van panchayat and reserved forests of the Western Himalaya
The Himalayan region supports diverse forest ecosystems, where soil–vegetation interactions play important role in forest productivity and biodiversity conservation. The numerous studies have been examined for the interactions forests ecosystems, however, the little is known about the proximity of urban settlements that influences community-managed Van Panchayat forests. In the present study, vegetation analysis was conducted using random quadrat…
Ecological status and spatial extent of non-native shrubs Lantana camara L. and Ageratina adenophora Sprengel in the forest communities of western Himalaya
This study elucidates the ecological status and spatial extend of two non-native invasive species, namely Lantana camara L. and Ageratina adenophorum Sprengel, in dominating forest communities along the altitude gradient in the western Himalayan region. A total of four forest communities (i.e., Sal, Chir-pine, Banj-oak, and Mixed-oak) along the altitudinal gradient (300-2250 m) were investigated during 2017-2019 in the Nainital district of Kumaun…
Forest fire management, funding dynamics, and research in the burning frontier
We indexed 8,970 scientific publications on forest fires in order to bridge the gap between research and policy discussions on forest fires. Journal articles and conference papers dominated the literature, with an emphasis on environmental science, agricultural and biological sciences, earth and planetary sciences, engineering, and computer science. Research in the field of fire has historically focused on terms such as "Forest Fire”, “Wildfire",…
Temporal changes in species richness, composition and diversity of the forest stands over 36-year period, Western Himalaya, India
This study investigates the temporal changes in species richness, composition, and diversity in forest stands spanning a 36-year period in the Western Himalaya. Four forest stands (subtropical Sal-forest, subtropical Chir-pine forest, temperate Banj-oak forest, and temperate Mixed-oak Forest) studied in 1980-1981 were resurveyed using similar methods. Over the past 36 years, 19 new species have been recorded in the four stands; eight species plan…
ÉPOP (traditional starter culture)
Ethnic practices with relation to starter culture reflect a region-specific traditions; therefore, documentation of such knowledge is key to improvise basic understanding as how traditions, cultures, and processes are linked to local dietary systems, food and nutrition security, and social connection. Considering this, the present study aims to investigate the Mising ethnic tribal group, Assam state in Northeast India, with a focus to investigate…
Tree biomass and carbon stock assessment of subtropical and temperate forests in the Central Himalaya, India
Forests are the world's largest carbon sink and play a vital role in climate change mitigation through carbon sequestration; thus the assessment of carbon stock in the forests is important for policy prescription and management planning. In view of this, present study is an attempt to assess the biomass and carbon stock of tree species in selected subtropical and temperate forest stands along the vertical elevation gradient (300 m to 2250 m) in t…
Ethnomedicinal knowledge of a marginal hill community of Central Himalaya
Background Indigenous communities use wild plants to cure human ailments since ancient times; such knowledge has significant potential for formulating new drugs and administering future health care. Considering this, the present study was undertaken to assess use value, diversity, and conservation concerns of medicinal plants used in traditional herbal care system of a marginal hill community in Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand in the Central Hi…
Richness of non-timber forest products in Himalayan communities-diversity, distribution, use pattern and conservation status
Background Non-timber forest products (NTFPs) are important resources for sustenance of rural communities; a systematic planning to manage diverse NTFPs may immensely contribute to food and livelihood security of forest dwellers. Considering this, the present study has been undertaken in the Himachal Pradesh state in north India. It aims to provide detailed information on diversity, distribution, use pattern, and conservation status of selected N…
Progress and prospect in the integrated development of medicinal and aromatic plants (MAPs) sector in Uttarakhand, Western Himalaya
Bamboo Trade and Future Prospects in the Central Himalaya
In India bamboo is valuable in the rural livelihoods. However, despite improvement efforts the conditions of bamboo resources and traditional artisans have been deteriorating over the years. To improvise the socio-economic status of the artisans, different state governments are looking for information on the resource as well as artisans’ skills so that necessary amendments could be accomplished in government policies and programs to develop this …
Utilization of non-timber forest products in humid tropics
Dietary Use of Wild Plant Resources in the Sikkim Himalaya, India
Wild Edible Plants of the Sikkim Himalaya
Impact of Firewood Extraction on Tree Structure, Regeneration and Woody Biomass Productivity in a Trekking Corridor of the Sikkim Himalaya
Forest cover types, tree distribution pattern, species diversity, net woody biomass productivity, and firewood extraction rates were studied along a trekking corridor (Yuksam–Dzongri) in Khangchendzonga Biosphere Reserve, Sikkim, India. For the last 2 decades the area has been facing immense pressure on its natural resources because of an increase in the numbers of tourists and the lack of effective regulation by park authorities. To assess this …
Wild Edible Plants of the Sikkim Himalaya
Wild Edible Plants of the Sikkim Himalaya
Utilization of non-timber forest products in humid tropics
Wild Edible Plants of the Sikkim Himalaya
Dietary Use of Wild Plant Resources in the Sikkim Himalaya, India
Ethnomedicinal knowledge of a marginal hill community of Central Himalaya
Background Indigenous communities use wild plants to cure human ailments since ancient times; such knowledge has significant potential for formulating new drugs and administering future health care. Considering this, the present study was undertaken to assess use value, diversity, and conservation concerns of medicinal plants used in traditional herbal care system of a marginal hill community in Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand in the Central Hi…
Wild Edible Plants of the Sikkim Himalaya
Impact of Firewood Extraction on Tree Structure, Regeneration and Woody Biomass Productivity in a Trekking Corridor of the Sikkim Himalaya
Forest cover types, tree distribution pattern, species diversity, net woody biomass productivity, and firewood extraction rates were studied along a trekking corridor (Yuksam–Dzongri) in Khangchendzonga Biosphere Reserve, Sikkim, India. For the last 2 decades the area has been facing immense pressure on its natural resources because of an increase in the numbers of tourists and the lack of effective regulation by park authorities. To assess this …
Dietary Use of Wild Plant Resources in the Sikkim Himalaya, India
Wild Edible Plants of the Sikkim Himalaya
Bamboo Trade and Future Prospects in the Central Himalaya
In India bamboo is valuable in the rural livelihoods. However, despite improvement efforts the conditions of bamboo resources and traditional artisans have been deteriorating over the years. To improvise the socio-economic status of the artisans, different state governments are looking for information on the resource as well as artisans’ skills so that necessary amendments could be accomplished in government policies and programs to develop this …
Utilization of non-timber forest products in humid tropics
Progress and prospect in the integrated development of medicinal and aromatic plants (MAPs) sector in Uttarakhand, Western Himalaya
Ethnomedicinal knowledge of a marginal hill community of Central Himalaya
Background Indigenous communities use wild plants to cure human ailments since ancient times; such knowledge has significant potential for formulating new drugs and administering future health care. Considering this, the present study was undertaken to assess use value, diversity, and conservation concerns of medicinal plants used in traditional herbal care system of a marginal hill community in Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand in the Central Hi…
Richness of non-timber forest products in Himalayan communities-diversity, distribution, use pattern and conservation status
Background Non-timber forest products (NTFPs) are important resources for sustenance of rural communities; a systematic planning to manage diverse NTFPs may immensely contribute to food and livelihood security of forest dwellers. Considering this, the present study has been undertaken in the Himachal Pradesh state in north India. It aims to provide detailed information on diversity, distribution, use pattern, and conservation status of selected N…
Tree biomass and carbon stock assessment of subtropical and temperate forests in the Central Himalaya, India
Forests are the world's largest carbon sink and play a vital role in climate change mitigation through carbon sequestration; thus the assessment of carbon stock in the forests is important for policy prescription and management planning. In view of this, present study is an attempt to assess the biomass and carbon stock of tree species in selected subtropical and temperate forest stands along the vertical elevation gradient (300 m to 2250 m) in t…
ÉPOP (traditional starter culture)
Ethnic practices with relation to starter culture reflect a region-specific traditions; therefore, documentation of such knowledge is key to improvise basic understanding as how traditions, cultures, and processes are linked to local dietary systems, food and nutrition security, and social connection. Considering this, the present study aims to investigate the Mising ethnic tribal group, Assam state in Northeast India, with a focus to investigate…
Ecological status and spatial extent of non-native shrubs Lantana camara L. and Ageratina adenophora Sprengel in the forest communities of western Himalaya
This study elucidates the ecological status and spatial extend of two non-native invasive species, namely Lantana camara L. and Ageratina adenophorum Sprengel, in dominating forest communities along the altitude gradient in the western Himalayan region. A total of four forest communities (i.e., Sal, Chir-pine, Banj-oak, and Mixed-oak) along the altitudinal gradient (300-2250 m) were investigated during 2017-2019 in the Nainital district of Kumaun…
Forest fire management, funding dynamics, and research in the burning frontier
We indexed 8,970 scientific publications on forest fires in order to bridge the gap between research and policy discussions on forest fires. Journal articles and conference papers dominated the literature, with an emphasis on environmental science, agricultural and biological sciences, earth and planetary sciences, engineering, and computer science. Research in the field of fire has historically focused on terms such as "Forest Fire”, “Wildfire",…
Temporal changes in species richness, composition and diversity of the forest stands over 36-year period, Western Himalaya, India
This study investigates the temporal changes in species richness, composition, and diversity in forest stands spanning a 36-year period in the Western Himalaya. Four forest stands (subtropical Sal-forest, subtropical Chir-pine forest, temperate Banj-oak forest, and temperate Mixed-oak Forest) studied in 1980-1981 were resurveyed using similar methods. Over the past 36 years, 19 new species have been recorded in the four stands; eight species plan…
Temporal change of tree biomass, productivity, and carbon pool in the dominant forests of Western Himalaya
Soil respiration (Rs) is the largest source of carbon dioxide emissions from terrestrial ecosystems. While numerous studies have examined its environmental controls, significant knowledge gaps remain regarding the complex interactions between biotic and abiotic factors regulating Rs. These uncertainties hinder the accuracy of model predictions, limiting our ability to assess ecosystem carbon dynamics under changing environmental conditions. This …
Physico-chemical variations in soils across urban proximity in van panchayat and reserved forests of the Western Himalaya
The Himalayan region supports diverse forest ecosystems, where soil–vegetation interactions play important role in forest productivity and biodiversity conservation. The numerous studies have been examined for the interactions forests ecosystems, however, the little is known about the proximity of urban settlements that influences community-managed Van Panchayat forests. In the present study, vegetation analysis was conducted using random quadrat…
Impact of forest fires on soil physicochemical properties in Himalayan forest ecosystems of Uttarakhand, western Himalaya
Forest fire represents a recurrent disturbance in the Himalayan Forest ecosystems of Uttarakhand, Western Himalaya. The repeated occurrence of large-scale fire events in these forests exerts profound ecological, economic, and socio-cultural impacts. Soil is considered one of the most important natural resource and wildfire alter the nutrient status and composition of the soil. Little information is available on how soil properties such as moistur…
Biology (14 works) · Geography (14 works) · Ecology (11 works) · Agroforestry (9 works) · Forestry (7 works) · Biodiversity (6 works) · Agriculture (5 works) · Ecosystem (5 works) · Environmental Science (5 works) · Ethnobotanical and Medicinal Plants Studies (5 works)