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View article: Effect of Integrated Nutrient Management Through Targeted Yield Precision Model on Soil Microbes, Root Morphology, Productivity of Hybrid Castor on a Non-Calcareous Alfisol
Effect of Integrated Nutrient Management Through Targeted Yield Precision Model on Soil Microbes, Root Morphology, Productivity of Hybrid Castor on a Non-Calcareous Alfisol Open
Precision application of fertiliser nutrients based on soil-available nutrients is a vital means of increasing castor (Ricinus communis L.) productivity. Fertiliser application based on the targeted yield model under inorganic fertilisers …
View article: An overview of the pollination interactions between the ginger family (Zingiberaceae) and insects in Asia
An overview of the pollination interactions between the ginger family (Zingiberaceae) and insects in Asia Open
The plant-biotic pollinator interaction is crucial for the survival of both organisms. Insects are recognised as effective biotic pollinators. As there are few specific studies on the pollination of angiosperms, the emphasis of this review…
View article: Conservation of indigenous knowledge on the consumption of medicinal Zingiberaceae by locals in Kelantan, Peninsular Malaysia
Conservation of indigenous knowledge on the consumption of medicinal Zingiberaceae by locals in Kelantan, Peninsular Malaysia Open
The locals in Kelantan, Peninsular Malaysia have been taking certain Zingiberaceae plants with medicinal value as daily dietary intake primarily for common health purposes and these traditional uses has not been explored and documented wel…
View article: First Report on Wild Ginger (Family: Zingiberaceae) Species Composition with New Records in Limestone Forests of Kelantan, Peninsular Malaysia
First Report on Wild Ginger (Family: Zingiberaceae) Species Composition with New Records in Limestone Forests of Kelantan, Peninsular Malaysia Open
The wild gingers in the family Zingiberaceae have a wide range of habitat distribution. The species growing in Malaysian forests are the most studied. Nevertheless, the aromatic perennial herb family found in limestone forests is the least…
View article: First report on pollinating behavior of the small carpenter bee Ceratina ridleyi Cockerell (Hymenoptera, Apidae) in Globba leucantha var. bicolor Holttum (Zingiberaceae)
First report on pollinating behavior of the small carpenter bee Ceratina ridleyi Cockerell (Hymenoptera, Apidae) in Globba leucantha var. bicolor Holttum (Zingiberaceae) Open
Small carpenter bees of the genus Ceratina are widespread, but little-studied as pollinators despite their presence in various pollinator assemblages. This study documents the importance of Ceratina ridleyi as a pollinator of the small-flo…
View article: Evaluation on floral visitors of Zingiber spectabile (Zingiberaceae) at Gua Ikan, Kelantan, Peninsular Malaysia
Evaluation on floral visitors of Zingiber spectabile (Zingiberaceae) at Gua Ikan, Kelantan, Peninsular Malaysia Open
Insects are the well-known pollinators of angiosperm plants. However, the discovery of specific insect pollinators of a specific plant is still lacking in many angiosperms. Family Zingiberaceae which is also known as a ginger family, is on…
View article: Evaluation of the chemical defense fluids of Macrotermes carbonarius and Globitermes sulphureus as possible household repellents and insecticides
Evaluation of the chemical defense fluids of Macrotermes carbonarius and Globitermes sulphureus as possible household repellents and insecticides Open
The use of chemical insecticides has had many adverse effects. This study reports a novel perspective on the application of insect-based compounds to repel and eradicate other insects in a controlled environment. In this work, defense flui…
View article: Termite Fauna of Gunung Telapak Buruk, Berembun Forest Reserve, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia
Termite Fauna of Gunung Telapak Buruk, Berembun Forest Reserve, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia Open
Termites have great importance in a tropical terrestrial ecosystem, especially in the decomposition process, mediate ecosystem processes and facilitate in improving the structure and quality of the soil. Termite survey was conducted at Gun…
View article: Four New Records of Zingiberaceae in Gunung Telapak Burok, Berembun Forest Reserve (Fr), Negeri Sembilan
Four New Records of Zingiberaceae in Gunung Telapak Burok, Berembun Forest Reserve (Fr), Negeri Sembilan Open
A short survey on Zingiberaceae family was done in selected trails of Gunung Telapak Burok (1193m), Berembun Forest Reserve (FR), Negeri Sembilan. This botanical inventory for ginger family produced a list of 10 genera and 14 species, incl…
View article: Termite Fauna of Sungai Kangkawat, Imbak Canyon Conservation Area (ICCA), Sabah
Termite Fauna of Sungai Kangkawat, Imbak Canyon Conservation Area (ICCA), Sabah Open
Termites are important inhabitants of the tropical rain forest, and they are commonly found in tropical soils. They have great importance in tropical terrestrial ecosystems especially in the decomposition process, mediate ecosystem process…
View article: Wild Gingers (Zingiberaceae) at Sungai Kangkawat, Imbak Canyon Conservation Area (ICCA), Sabah
Wild Gingers (Zingiberaceae) at Sungai Kangkawat, Imbak Canyon Conservation Area (ICCA), Sabah Open
This study was carried out during the Geographic Borneo Expedition in 2018 (28 September – 3 October 2018) with the objective to assess the diversity of gingers (Zingerberaceae) at Sungai Kangkawat, Imbak Canyon Conservation Area (ICCA). F…
View article: Termite Species and Structural Pest Identification in Selected Rural Areas of Kelantan, Malaysia
Termite Species and Structural Pest Identification in Selected Rural Areas of Kelantan, Malaysia Open
Termites (order: Blattodea) are insects that playing huge role in organic decomposition, consuming dying wood materials and plants remains. They are commonly found in forest and rural area, where the rural area species are less documented …
View article: Gingers Species Diversity and Distribution along a Natural Trail of Lojing Highlands, Kelantan
Gingers Species Diversity and Distribution along a Natural Trail of Lojing Highlands, Kelantan Open
The ginger flora at Lojing Highlands, Kelantan is understudied and poorly recorded. A study was done in this tourist frequented area to determine the diversity of Zingiberaceae. Ginger samples were collected along the natural trail of Loji…
View article: The preliminary study of herbal rice plants in Pulau Tioman, Pahang, Malaysia.
The preliminary study of herbal rice plants in Pulau Tioman, Pahang, Malaysia. Open
The herbal plant status in Pulau Tioman is unknown, and may be reduced due to extensive recreational activities in Kg. Tekek Waterfalls. The main objective of this preliminary survey is to assess the varieties of herbal plants that are fou…
View article: A study of a termite chemical defense fluid compound of Macrotermes carbonarius
A study of a termite chemical defense fluid compound of Macrotermes carbonarius Open
Termite caste consists of reproductive individuals, worker, and soldier. Soldiers defend their colony by physical and chemical means. For Macrotermes carbonarius , they use mandibles as their physical defense and defense fluid for chemical…
View article: Termites of Agropark, Universiti Malaysia Kelantan, Jeli Campus: Diversity and Pest Composition
Termites of Agropark, Universiti Malaysia Kelantan, Jeli Campus: Diversity and Pest Composition Open
Termites play important roles in the ecosystem as detritivores and soil engineers. However,alterations of the forest could change the diversity and abundance of termites. The Agropark atUniversiti Malaysia Kelantan (UMK), Jeli Campus is an…
View article: Diversity of lepidoptera at R.E.A.C.H. BioD Centre, Cameron Highlands, Malaysia
Diversity of lepidoptera at R.E.A.C.H. BioD Centre, Cameron Highlands, Malaysia Open
Lepidopteran diversity at the16-years old rehabilitated forest that surrounds the R.E.A.C.H BioD Centre was studied from July to August 2016. This forest is currently maintained by the Regional Environmental Awareness Cameron Highlands (R.…