Assessing the Impact of Urbanization on Medicinal Plant Diversity and Conservation Strategies in Delhi NCR

Dr. Vaibhav Sharma

doi:10.36676/urr.v11.i2.1431

Authors

Dr. Vaibhav Sharma Department of Botany Shaheed Mangal Pandey Govt. Girls P.G. College, Meerut

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.36676/urr.v11.i2.1431

Keywords:

Urbanization,, Medicinal Plant Diversity, Conservation Strategies, Biodiversity Loss

Abstract

This study investigates the impact of urbanization on medicinal plant diversity and conservation strategies in Delhi NCR. Using a quantitative approach, data were collected from 419 households through a structured questionnaire. Statistical analyses, including correlation and regression, revealed a significant negative relationship between urbanization and both medicinal plant diversity and conservation efforts. Urban expansion was found to reduce biodiversity and hinder the effectiveness of conservation strategies. The study concludes that urbanization poses a serious threat to the preservation of medicinal plants and recommends strengthening urban planning to incorporate biodiversity measures, raising public awareness, and enhancing green infrastructure. The findings underscore the need for immediate action to mitigate the negative effects of urbanization on medicinal plant diversity.

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