https://dzarc.com/phytology/issue/feedInternational Journal of Phytology Research2026-01-20T06:40:35+00:00Dzarc Publications (Mamta Kamlashankar)dzarc.phyto@gmail.comOpen Journal Systems<p><strong>International Journal of Phytology Research (IJPR)</strong> is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal publishing high-quality research in plant and agricultural sciences. It offers a global platform for scholars and professionals to share innovative findings across Agronomy, Botany, Horticulture, Forestry, Plant Biotechnology, Phytochemistry, Pharmacognosy, and related fields.</p>https://dzarc.com/phytology/article/view/801Gamma ray-induced mutagenesis and its impact on per cent disease index in Tuberose cv. ‘Hyderabad Single’’2026-01-03T05:12:54+00:00Manukonda Vasantha Ratnaa@gmail.comVadlamudi Vijaya Bhaskara@gmail.comYeturi Sirishaa@gmail.comKode Swarajyalakshmia@gmail.comMudduluru Jayapradaa@gmail.comV. V. Padmajaa@gmail.com<p>Tuberose (<em>Polianthes tuberosa</em> Linn.) is one of the most important flower crops grown under the tropical and subtropical conditions in India. The crop is affected by leaf spot disease caused by <em>Alternaria polianthi</em>, which significantly impacts its growth and flower yield. The disease is prevalent in both single and double varieties, especially in the regions with high rainfall and humidity. A study was conducted with gamma ray irradiated bulbs using 44 variants of mutant population with one untreated bulb (Control). Among the variants of mutant population studied in the VM<sub>2</sub> generation, mutant M<sub>333</sub> exhibited significantly highest per cent disease index (susceptible) compared to untreated control. No incidence of disease was noticed with mutants<em> viz.,</em> M<sub>473C</sub>, M<sub>178</sub> and M<sub>21,</sub> hence these were characterized as immune mutants to the leaf spot disease caused by <em>Alternaria polianthi</em>.</p>2026-01-03T00:00:00+00:00Copyright (c) 2026 https://dzarc.com/phytology/article/view/807The keystone species: emphasizing the conservation of Ficus (Fig) species at Kanha Shanti Vanam, Hyderabad, Telangana, India2026-01-20T06:40:35+00:00Ananthneni Sreenatha@gmail.comRathinasabapathy Bhuvaragasamya@gmail.com<p>Ficus species are globally recognized as keystone elements of tropical ecosystems. At Kanha Shanti Vanam (KSV), a Biodiversity Sanctuary in Telangana, 26 Ficus species were planted and conserved to enhance biodiversity and ecological stability. Observations revealed active plant-animal interactions, particularly during fruiting seasons, where birds, bats, and squirrels contributed to pollination and seed dispersal. These interactions facilitated natural regeneration and supported faunal diversity within the campus. The study documents the Ficus species established at KSV and highlights their ecological and cultural significance, demonstrating their role in sustaining ecosystem resilience and promoting harmony between nature and humans.</p>2026-01-07T00:00:00+00:00Copyright (c) 2026