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Kranthi B.1, Nagendra C.1, Nagaraju S.2 and Madhusudhana Reddy A.1*
1 Department of Botany, Yogi Vemana University, Kadapa-516005, Andhra Pradesh, India.
2 Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, New Delhi – 110003
Email: grassced@gmail.com
Received-01.10.2025, Revised-14.10.2025, Accepted-29.10.2025
Abstract: The present study focusses on the current status of the floristic diversity (Angiosperms) of Kolleru lake, Andhra Pradesh, India. The Kolleru Lake is a dynamic freshwater ecosystem with high ecological value and socio-economic importance for the region. It faces threats from anthropological activities but remains a critical site for biodiversity and a source of sustenance for its surrounding communities. In this contest the floristic studies have been conducted past few years during the filed explorations a total of 256 species plants belonging to 191 genera and 55 families were reported of these 167 herbs, 14 climbers, 15 twiners, 26 shrubs 26, and 34 trees were reported. According to IUCN criteria, Endangered 1, Data Deficient 2, and Least Concern 109. The present documentation will help to better understand the botanical diversity in this unique protected area for further conservation and management of the sanctuary.
Keywords: Wetland ecosystem, Kolleru Lake, Ramsar Site, Floristic Diversity, Conservation, Management.
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