Wild edible plant resources of Harda District , Madhya Pradesh, India

Sudip Ray[1]* , Jeetendra Sainkhediya[2]
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Harda district is located in south western part of Madhya Pradesh and it is covered by Satpura hill
ranges ,extended part of Malwa plateau and Narmada valley. Harda district shows rich vegetation
due to its unique phytogeographical position and variable topography .It has 3 sub division namely
Khirkia, Harda and Timarni. Present study reveals 59 plant species which are used as edible foods
by tribals and local inhabitants.. In all 59 plants, 23 plants are utilized as edible fruits,36 plants
are used as vegetables and seeds of 7 plants are used as food during famine or drought.
Key words: Harda, phytoresources, Satpura, Malwa plateau and Narmada valley.