Bamboo in North East India

Abstract

Eastern states of India harbours a high diversity of bamboo. The maximum concentration
of species is found in the deciduous and semi evergreen regions of North-east and the
tropical moist deciduous forests of North and South India. The North-eastern hilly States
of India harbour nearly 90 species of bamboos, 41 of which are endemic to that region.
The state–wise distribution of bamboos in India is not completely known. Conservation
through community based approach and by developing Bambusetum. Strengthening
inventories of bamboo genetic resources in the region. Developing appropriate bamboo
based agroforestry system. The high potential can be improved by suitable scientific
intervention and local capacity building, which will have great implications in improving
the socio-economic status of the entire region.