Ethnobotanical and Socio-economic Value of Blighia sapida (K.D. Koenig) in Togo
Aklesso Nabede, Haziz Sina, Tiatou SOUHO, MELILA Mamatchi, Farid T. Bade, Lamine Baba-Moussa, Kou’santa Amouzou
Asian Plant Research Journal · pp. 32–39 · Published 6 Aug 2022
10.9734/aprj/2022/v9i330210Abstract
Aims: In Africa, and particularly in Togo, fruit trees occupy a special place because of their medicinal and food virtues,. This study aimed to identify the different uses of Blighia sapida in Togo. Methodology: investigations were conducted among 300 B. sapida users in nine villages in the prefectures of Tône, Kozah and Haho of Togo. The choice of the study area was based on its representativeness in relation to the geographical distribution of B. sapida; the presence of resource persons with endogenous knowledge, and the existence of markets where B. sapida organs and fruits are traded. Data collection phase took place in households and markets. The questionnaire solicited information on the socio-demographic characteristics of the respondents; the use of this plant species by the populations, the routes of administration or formulations as well as the quantity sold per day. Results: Blighia sapida is used for nutritional, therapeutic and cosmetic purposes with the main route of administration being oral. Respondents were predominantly female over 55 years of age. The supply of the fruits of this plant is by purchase and the average amount sold daily is 2500 F (≈4 €). Conclusion: This study showed that various organs of B. sapida are used by the communities. It is a first step towards the valorization of plant resources.
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