Pak. J. Bot., 43(3): 1685-1690, 2011.

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	**CONVOLVULUS SCINDICUS: CONSERVATION ASSESSMENT AND** STRATEGIES TO AVOID EXTIRPATION HAIDER ABBAS^1AND MUHAMMAD QAISER² Abstract: The conservation status of Convolvulus scindicus* Stocks in Pakistan, was assessed according to IUCN red data categories and criteria. After three years (2006-2008) of extensive field studies based on population size, distribution range, nature of habitat and anthropogenic activities, the conservation status of Convolvulus scindicus has been classified as an endangered (EN) species. Conservation measures are also suggested avoiding its extirpation. ¹Karachi Institute of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering (KIBGE), University of Karachi, Karachi-75270, Pakistan, ²Federal Urdu University of Arts, Science and Technology, Karachi/Islamabad, Pakistan

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