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August 17, 2025Our NatureOpen Access

Conservation paradox: strong cultural ties but poor regeneration of chiuri (Diploknema butyracea) in Nepal

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SBShreehari BhattaraiRKRipu M. KunwarASArjun Kumar Shrestha

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Observational analysis shows limited regeneration of chiuri in Nepal, suggesting cultural practices may enhance outcomes.

Key Points

  • Regeneration of chiuri is low despite its cultural significance, showing only 16 seedlings per hectare in ideal areas.
  • The study noted that traditional conservation practices improve regeneration, with better outcomes among the Chepang community.
  • Assessment across 90 plots revealed factors like disturbance and grazing negatively impacted chiuri regeneration.
  • Efforts like seed orchards and public awareness campaigns may support cultural and ecological sustainability.

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Bhattarai et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68a36a560a429f797332f477https://doi.org/10.3126/on.v23i2.82862
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