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Synopsis As the biosphere faces constant threats in the light of global warming and pollution, it becomes even more pertinent upon us to comprehend the role plants play in sustaining life through their ecological niche. The present book has been aimed as an introductory manual for botany students on the subject of plant ecology. It seeks to delineate the concepts, principles, processes and facts associated with the functioning of plants and their interaction with other organisms, highlighting the ways in which they lend support to maintain a stable ecological system.In addition to stressing upon current discoveries and breakthroughs in the field, the book provides space for understanding the role of plants in applied ecology, especially in the management and preservation of natural resources and environments.