Research Article | Published: 01 September 2000

The Economic Impact of Mikania micrantha on Teak Plantations in Kerala

P. K. Muraleedharan and V. Anitha

Indian Journal of Forestry | Volume: 23 | Issue: 3 | Page No. 248-251 | 2000
DOI: https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps1000-2000-QSFIO4 | Cite this article

Abstract

Mikania micrantha, an aggressive invasive plant known for its rapid growth, is posing a serious threat to various forestry crops in Kerala. This weed, a perennial climber, affects both trees and subsistence crops either through cost escalation or through income reduction or both, in addition to other ecological damages. This paper attempts to examine the economic impact of Mikania, especially in terms of cost and income, on teak plantations in Kerala. The study, based on primary data, has observed that it has enhanced the cost of planting and has adversely affected the profitability of teak plantation in the study area.

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Muraleedharan, P.K. and Anitha, V., 2000. The Economic Impact of Mikania micrantha on Teak Plantations in Kerala. Indian Journal of Forestry, 23(3), pp.248-251. https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps1000-2000-QSFIO4

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Manuscript Published on 01 September 2000

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