Exploration, Conservation, and Utilization of Ethnobotanical Knowledge: Sri Lankan Perspective

Ranil, R. H. G.; Chamara, R. M. S. R.; Pushpakumara, D. K. N. G.; Bussmann, Rainer W.

doi:10.1007/978-3-030-55494-1_19

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“…Sri Lanka is predominantly an agricultural country and is home to highly diverse agricultural ecosystems and important crop genetic resources. Until the introduction of the technology package of the green revolution in the 1960s, traditional knowledge helped our ancestors to keep the country agriculturally sustainable (Ranil et al 2021b). Local farmers long maintained a sustainable agricultural production system in the country.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Moreover, the exploration of their economic potential is important. Ranil et al (2021b) highlighted that to date no comprehensive ethnoperidological survey was performed in Sri Lanka, though it is known that some pteridophytes are used by local communities as home remedies and food sources. Our objective was to present a comprehensive review of the relationships between the pteridophytes and local communities.…”

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Potential uses of lycophytes and ferns in Sri Lanka: an ethnopteridological perspective

Ranil

Bussmann²

2021

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Background: Ethnopteridology is a branch of ethnobotany researching the relationship between pteridophytes and humans. Unlike many seed plants, pteridophytes are generally not extensively used. However, it has long been reported that tropical ferns are used by various indigenous communities. Literature highlighted that to date no comprehensive ethnoperidological survey was performed in Sri Lanka, though it is known that some pteridophytes are used by local communities as home remedies and food sources. Our objective was to present a comprehensive review of the relationships between the pteridophytes and local communities. Methods:We tried to compile a list of potential uses of pteridophytes of Sri Lanka after a comprehensive review of relevant literature and based on gathered information from informal discussions with village communities and indigenous medical practitioners.Results: Here we identified 37 species with medicinal, food, ornamental, and other uses. Of these 10 species have categorized as threatened under the National Red List-2020. This article documents that pteridophytes have immense potential to be used as food, medicinal and ornamental, and that they still remain neglected. Conclusions:It is evident that although a considerable number of Sri Lankan pteridophyte species have potential as food, medicinal and ornamental species, they still remain underutilized and neglected crop genetic resources. Further, this study is emphasized that such species and their associated knowledge are at risk and highly vulnerable to changing physical environment, increasing population pressure, and rapid development of socio-economic status of Sri Lanka.

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Potential uses of lycophytes and ferns in Sri Lanka: an ethnopteridological perspective

Ranil

Bussmann²

2021

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“…These underutilized crops, which are predominantly fruits and vegetables, are considered to be sources of vital micronutrients with many health benefits. They also have great economic potential and agronomic advantages including attributes such as climate resilience (Malkanthi 2017, Ranil et al, 2021.…”

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Knowledge, attitudes and practices (KAP) of rural women in the dry zone of Sri Lanka on underutilized vegetable crops

Chamara¹,

Wijerathna²,

Herath³

et al. 2021

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Background: Underutilized vegetables are those plant species with potential food and medicinal uses, and contributing to the socio-economic welfare of the rural communities. However, they are underexploited. These plants play a vital role in rural communities, particularly for the women, in food supply and preparation and thus contributing to dietary variations and food security in households. The present study was conducted to investigate the knowledge, attitudes and practices on underutilized vegetables by rural women in selected village communities in the Dry Zone of Sri Lanka.Methods: A total of 328 respondents comprising of rural women were randomly selected from four villages in Mahailluppallama irrigation block of the Mahaweli zone H in the Dry Zone of Sri Lanka. Primary data were collected through face-to-face interviews using an interview schedule and also the direct observations. Results: Seventy-nine (79) underutilized vegetable species were reported to be consumed by the respondents as a part of their normal diet. However, 20 of them were least consumed due to factors such as lack of interest among the younger generation, lack of availability, lack of awareness, and inadequate knowledge on their preparation as a food item. Women play the major role in collecting, preparing and related decision making on underutilized vegetables. Conclusions:A considerable diversity of underutilized vegetables exist in the community. However, some of them were less consumed and were not available in adequate quantities. Measures should be taken to popularize and conserve underutilized vegetables. Documentation of information is also important for sustainable use and exploring the future potential.

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Exploring Social-Ecological Systems for Mainstreaming Neglected and Underutilised Plant Foods: Local Solutions to Food Security Challenges in Sri Lanka

Ratnayake,

Reid,

Hunter

et al. 2023

Neglected Plant Foods of South Asia

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Exploration, Conservation, and Utilization of Ethnobotanical Knowledge: Sri Lankan Perspective

Cited by 6 publications

References 20 publications

Potential uses of lycophytes and ferns in Sri Lanka: an ethnopteridological perspective

Potential uses of lycophytes and ferns in Sri Lanka: an ethnopteridological perspective

Knowledge, attitudes and practices (KAP) of rural women in the dry zone of Sri Lanka on underutilized vegetable crops

Exploring Social-Ecological Systems for Mainstreaming Neglected and Underutilised Plant Foods: Local Solutions to Food Security Challenges in Sri Lanka

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