Rhododendron (Rhododendron pogonophyllum) Case Study

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MBZF Grant 222529879
Plant

Continent: Asia

Country: Bhutan

Grant Amount: $6,000

Awarded Date: February 02, 2023

Kezang Tobgay

National Biodiversity Centre, Serbithang


Tech Park, Babesa

Thimphu

Thimphu

11001

Bhutan

Tel: +975-2-351218; 351417

Mob: +975-17505206/77648480

Habitat and population assessment and ex situ conservation of the rare and endemic Rhododendron pogonophyllum in Bhutan

1. To conduct habitat and ecology assessment; 2. To assist current population size and potential threats to the species and its severity; 3. To compare its relation to environmental parameters such as air and soil temperature, soil pH, soil types and precipitation; 4. To initiate long term ex-situ conservation (gene bank) through seed collection to protect species risk of extinction; 5. To disseminate information on the conservation of rare endemic R. pogonophyllum through education, communication and public awareness materials; 6. To make effective conservation and management to this species in known locations through relevant agencies.

MBZF Grant 222529879 - located in Bhutan, Asia