In this video, M. R. introduces Mr Cherian Mathew, a farm journalist-turned-Miyawaki afforestation enthusiast. A cancer survivor, Mr Mathew tirelessly studies plants and trees in detail, seeks information and help from expert scientists, and works towards retrieving species that face the threat of extinction. He can be described as a self-taught botanist whose deep theoretical knowledge of various plant species in Kerala is matched equally by his practical zeal to spread greenery all around, and make saplings of rare plants and trees available to the public at affordable prices.
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