Ethnobotanicals used by tribals of Mizoram for furniture and household equipments

Abstract

134-137Results of ethnobotanical studies carried out in the state of Mizoram are presented. The usage of wild plants by the native people for furniture, household equipments and fuel is described. A Mizo hut is invariably raised on wooden post. Uses of 39 plant species along with their local names have been enumerated. Similarly, 6 plant species, which are used as fuel wood having excellent energy output with less smoke have been identified