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Knowledge, valuation and prioritization of 46 woody species for conservation in agroforestry systems along Ouémé catchment in Benin (West Africa)

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  • Bruno E. Lokonon

    (University of Abomey-Calavi
    University of Abomey-Calavi)

  • Essomanda Tchandao Mangamana

    (University of Abomey-Calavi)

  • Isidore Gnonlonfoun

    (University of Abomey-Calavi
    University of Abomey-Calavi)

  • Téwogbadé Jean Didier Akpona

    (University of Abomey-Calavi
    University of Abomey-Calavi)

  • Achille E. Assogbadjo

    (University of Abomey-Calavi
    University of Abomey-Calavi)

  • Romain Glèlè Kakaï

    (University of Abomey-Calavi)

  • Brice Sinsin

    (University of Abomey-Calavi)

Abstract

The Ouémé catchment abounds an important diversity of woody plant species. However, harvesting pressure on these species seems to lead to threats of their sustainability. Despite this fact, few published studies concerning their conservation have been undertaken. In this regard, our study focused on (1) assessment of impact of socio-demographic factors and climatic zones on knowledge and use of the woody plant species; (2) assessment of the use status of each of these species and (3) ranking within each climatic zone these species according to their priority for conservation. A total of 411 randomly selected informants were interviewed through a semi-structured survey followed by a field survey in 69 random plots of 0.15 ha. Data from available literature were used to complete the surveys. Ecological and ethnobotanical parameters were computed, and the highest priority species for conservation were identified. The results showed significant difference in plant use between women and men, ethnic groups and climatic zones. However, age was not a determinant of plant knowledge. The findings also revealed that more than 50% of native species in the study area are underutilized or widely used by few people. Moreover, six species were identified as priorities and need high conservation efforts in the two climatic zones, namely: Parkia biglobosa, Pterocarpus erinaceus, Milicia excelsa, Prosopis africana, Afzelia africana and Khaya senegalensis. Non-governmental organizations, governments and agroforestry research institutions are entreated to incorporate these species in local development strategies aiming at sustainable management and long-term conservation of native species.

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  • Bruno E. Lokonon & Essomanda Tchandao Mangamana & Isidore Gnonlonfoun & Téwogbadé Jean Didier Akpona & Achille E. Assogbadjo & Romain Glèlè Kakaï & Brice Sinsin, 2019. "Knowledge, valuation and prioritization of 46 woody species for conservation in agroforestry systems along Ouémé catchment in Benin (West Africa)," Environment, Development and Sustainability: A Multidisciplinary Approach to the Theory and Practice of Sustainable Development, Springer, vol. 21(5), pages 2377-2399, October.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:endesu:v:21:y:2019:i:5:d:10.1007_s10668-018-0142-y
    DOI: 10.1007/s10668-018-0142-y
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