A checklist of angiosperm diversity surrounding Awba Dam: an important reservoir in Ibadan, Nigeria
2015
Chukwuma, Emmanuel Chukwudi | Adebisi-Fagbohungbe, 'Tola Abiodun
The present study undertakes an enumeration of the existing flora species around Awba dam, located within the University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria. Methods followed conventional practice as reported by previous authors of related studies. Findings showed that the study area is very rich in biodiversity. A total of 119 species in 47 families were recorded. The large number of species recorded, especially herbs which contribute 37% of the total enumeration suggest that the site may be further accessed for medicinal plant species which could possess beneficial health properties. Nonetheless, the presence of fauna and phytoplankton species also indicates their role in ecosystem balancing and thus sustaining human livelihood. With the continuous developmental activities, practical conservation approaches is ideal if the study area is to be saved from total loss of species.
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