Short Communication
Arun Pratap Mishra Department Of Habitat Ecology, Wildlife Institute Of India, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India. Department Of Botany, Soban Singh Jeena University Campus, Almora, India Department Of Zoology, Soban Singh Jeena University Campus, Almora, India
Naveen Chandra
Arun Kalkhundiya
Recieved on: 2023-12-11, Accepted on: 2024-02-11, Published on: 2024-02-18
In the subtropical expanse of Gorakhpur District, India, Sida rhombifolia L. presents a distinctive cultural and ecological significance intricately woven with the traditional practice of "Jutiya Vrat." celebrated during the Krishna Paksha of the Ashvin month, this festival signifies profound connections between the community and their environment. Notably, women assume a central role in this tradition, passionately venerating S. rhombifolia to safeguard the well-being of their offspring. This living tradition embodies the resilience and spiritual richness of the region, encompassing cultural, ecological, and medicinal dimensions. S. rhobifolia potential medicinal attributes and cultural importance underscores a compelling case for its conservation, emphasizing the need to preserve both plant diversity and cultural heritage in an evolving world.