NBRI's Contributions to Biodiversity

NBRI contributes to the conservation of plant biodiversity in India through various initiatives:

• Ex-situ Conservation: Maintains living collections of rare and endangered plants in its botanical gardens
• Seed Bank: Stores seeds of various plant species to preserve genetic diversity
• Tissue Culture: Develops protocols for propagation of rare and threatened plant species
• Biodiversity Assessment: Conducts surveys and inventories of plant species in different ecosystems
• Research: Studies the ecology and biology of endangered plants to develop conservation strategies
• Awareness Programs: Organizes educational activities to promote plant conservation among the public

These efforts help in preserving India's rich plant biodiversity for future generations.