Floristic Diversity of Karwapani Wetland of Doon Valley, Uttarakhand,India

Abstract

Karwapani swamp forest is situated near Manak Sidh temple nearby Shimla road and is about 15 Km north of Dehra Dun occupying an area of about 3-4 Sq Km. It forms the typical habitat, where water oozes out at places known as ‘Oogals’ which form perennial streams. The floristic diversity study revealed that total 60 plant species belonging to 41 families were recorded in the study area. Out of this, 11 tree, 26 shrub and 23 herb species have been recorded respectively. The present status of Karwapani wetland forest states that it is under threat which needs to be investigated and conserved through proper and sustainable management practices.