Algal Wealth of Northeast India

Northeast India is a treasure trove of floral and faunal diversity and is a mega biodiversity hotspot. Different types of freshwater bodies such as ponds, rivers, lakes and beels can be found in this region which abounds in microalgae of varied forms. The climatic condition of this region is favourable to the growth of freshwater microalgae as the rainfall in this region is distributed throughout the year and the waterbodies do not go dry. Few studies have been undertaken to explore the algal wealth of this region which has hitherto remain unexplored and untapped.