Introduction Hibiscus L. is an accepted genus of Malvaceae comprising a diverse assemblage of annual and perennial herbs, subshrubs, shrubs, and trees. Its native range is principally tropical and subtropical, and its members are characterized collectively by variable leaves, showy…
Introduction Among the most celebrated fruits in the world, the mango (Mangifera indica L.) belongs to the family Anacardiaceae and originates from the Indo-Burma region of South and Southeast Asia. Cultivated for at least 4,000 years, it is distinguished by…
Introduction Zingiber officinale Roscoe, commonly known as ginger, is a perennial rhizomatous geophyte in the Zingiberaceae. Its currently accepted native range extends from the eastern Himalaya to south-central China, although the species is now widely cultivated and introduced beyond that…
Introduction Phyllanthus emblica L., commonly known as amla or Indian gooseberry, is a deciduous tree in the family Phyllanthaceae. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of southern and southeastern Asia and is distinguished by its nearly spherical, pale…