Data Collection: To collect data on morphological traits, a paper chart was used to record the observed traits for each specimen. I considered the traits including the number of branches, leaves, diseased leaves, and plant height.
Procedure: The experiment commenced by identifying and locating Salal and Daphne plants within the study area of 10 quadrants on each selected elevation of the ecosystem. The selected traits were measured and recorded for these specimens. Each quadrant had at least 4 plants of each species, so to record the traits first 5 plants of each species were.
Here I consider response variable as abundance of Plant species i.e, Daphne, and Salal.
whereas Predictor Variable as Elevation ( Altitude of 90m and 136 m.)
There can be some limitation such as unknown factor that can cause variation in nutrient availability of soil, or dominance of other plant species such as ferns in the area that can compete with the selected 2 plant species. (Daphne and Salal.)
Statistical Analysis: Upon completion of data collection, all recorded data were compiled in a table for further analysis. Statistical analysis of the traits was conducted using appropriate statistical methods as determined by the study objectives. I will choose 5 plants of each species from random quadrants from higher and lower elevations. The aim is to assess differences in morphological traits between Salal and Daphne and investigate their abundance patterns at different elevations within the study area.