Journal of Plant Sciences

Volume 13, Issue 3, June 2025

  • Research Article

    Medicinal Plant Diversity in the Campus of Bhopal Memorial Hospital and Research Centre: A Green Repository for Health and Healing

    Manisha Shrivastava, Nehal Shah, Ravindra Samarth*

    Issue: Volume 13, Issue 3, June 2025
    Pages: 86-97
    Received: 1 April 2025
    Accepted: 21 April 2025
    Published: 22 May 2025
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    Abstract: The campus of Bhopal Memorial Hospital and Research Centre (BMHRC) is located at latitude 23 ° 17′0'' and longitude 23 ° 17′0' to serve as an ecological treasure in an urban healthcare setting. The hospital's campus is spread across 85.61 acres, with well-maintained green spaces, including herbal gardens and natural vegetation. This study documents... Show More
  • Research Article

    Defense Mechanisms of Sweet Potato Varieties (Ipomoea batatas L. [Lam]) Enhanced by Neem Seed Extract Against Root-knot Nematodes and Fusarium Wilt

    Behly Bertha Tanekou Ndja’a, Sylvere Landry Lontsi Dida*, Patrice Zemko Ngatsi, William Norbert Tueguem Kuate, Liliane Tekam Meguekam, Emmanuel Youmbi

    Issue: Volume 13, Issue 3, June 2025
    Pages: 98-111
    Received: 8 April 2025
    Accepted: 21 April 2025
    Published: 26 May 2025
    DOI: 10.11648/j.jps.20251303.12
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    Abstract: Sweet potato crops are severely threatened by nematodes of the genus Meloidogyne spp. and Fusarium sp. fungi, which are responsible for Fusarium wilt. Nematodes cause root and tuber deformities, as well as wilting of stems and leaves, while Fusarium wilt leads to rot, necrosis, and wilting. These two pests contribute to a significant reduction in y... Show More