2025, Vol. 13, Issue 2, Part A

author(s)
Sanjit Debnath, Srabanika Bardhan, Rithi Majumdar and Sanchita Bhattacharya

abstract
The uses of plant resources for sustaining livelihood of the human populations from ancient time were well documented. Present study represents a preliminary documentation of the plant species from Harishnagar Village, Sepahijala, Tripura, focusing on the floristic composition and utilitarian aspects. This survey was conducted from the month of September to October, 2024, and during the survey, 30 plant species belonging to 28 genera across 23 families were documented. The Solanaceae family emerged as the prevalent, with significant contributions from Fabaceae, Lamiaceae, Apocynaceae, Asteraceae and Anacardiaceae. Ethnobotanical importance of flora for the treatment of various illnesses of local community is also primary need to maintain their basic health. The research also highlights the diverse usage of the documented plants, including medicinal and other aspects. Considering medicinal uses, leaves being the most commonly utilized part, followed by whole plants and flowers. The documented ailments treated by local populations include infections, digestive ailments, skin problems and various chronic diseases. This investigation has its relevance in evaluating the health care benefits as well as assessing biodiversity for sustaining local livelihoods. The findings serve as a foundation for further ethnobotanical studies.