Unlock the potential of rattan for India’s sustainable future. This essential read delves into critical research issues and prospects surrounding the conservation and sustainable development of rattan, a vital non-wood forest product. Essential for researchers, policymakers, and professionals in India, it explores current challenges and forward-thinking solutions for managing this valuable resource. Gain deep insights into rattan’s ecological importance, its role in Indian livelihoods and crafts, and strategies for its enduring prosperity. A key resource for advancing sustainable forestry and resource management.