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Figure 7 Stunting growth of
Acacia modesta
and
Otostegia
Limbata
due to grazing
and tree species. Uncontrolled and expanding grazing
activities have a deep and long term impact on the local
vegetation and it is disastrous for the local plant wealth
which is already in stress. It was also observed that the
erosion was increased proportionally with increasing
the grazing and the people change the natural
vegetation into agricultural land (Figure 8). Grazing
ranges from almost invisible elimination of plant
material to harsh reduction of vegetational wealth and
extensive erosion (Khan and Hussain, 2012).
Figure 8 Agricultural field in the hilly area due to removing of
natural vegetation
As important as trees are, their survival in research
area is often threatened by development. For instance,
developers commonly clear building sites to make
construction faster and easier (Figure 9). Thousands of
trees are unnecessarily destroyed in this way each year,
because the communities in research area do not have
strong tree preservation ordinances. Tree conservation
can have positive environmental, economic and health
benefits for communities. Conservation status of plant
species is necessary because they help purify the air,
increase property values and improve the tax base in
communities. They cool our cities and towns by
reducing heat generated by buildings and covered
surfaces. Their shade, properly placed, can save an
average household up to 15000/- Pak rupees annually
in energy costs. They diminish the quantity of
contaminants in drain systems. They provide habitat
for birds and other wildlife, maintaining a balance with
nature. They reduce levels of domestic aggression and
foster safer, more sociable neighborhood environments.
Figure 9 Cutting of hills for roads and building reason
Conclusion
The present study show that the concerning impacts of
unacceptable use of plant species, no precise
information has been published, but there is no doubt
about its cost. The investigated area has a rich
diversity of plants and provides a conductive habitat
and ideal conditions for their growth. Native healers
should be encouraged to accurately share their
knowledge to others. The method and technique of
Hybridization and Grafting should be introduced
which will be a good effort in conservation and
expansion of many species. Medicinal farm should be
set up in the study area to promote the vital
importance of the plants and its conservation.
Alternate means of energy like electricity and natural
gas should be provided in the area to reduce the wood
cutting activities. The plants should be introduced in
botanic gardens for public display. Alternate
environmentally friendly and sustainable jobs should
be provided for the local inhabitants for maintaining
their living properly.