Invasive Alien Plants Used in the Treatment of Hiv/Aids-Related Symptoms by Traditional Healers of Vhembe Municipality, Limpopo Province, South Africa

Mbambala, S.G.; Tshisikhawe, M.P.; Masevhe, N.A.

doi:10.21010/ajtcam.v14i5.11

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“…Many of the recorded invasive alien grass and rush species differ morphologically, although the ecosystem services that they provide are more or less the same. This is not unusual, since the study performed by Mbambala et al [103] has reaffirmed that various invasive alien plant species could be utilized for similar purpose. The invasion statuses of almost all of the reported invasive alien grass and rush species were found to be transformer (T) (48%) or potential transformer (Pt) (42%), while a small portion (10%) were special effect weeds (S) (5%) and ruderal and agrestal (R) (5%) (Figure 1B).…”

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Harnessing Ecosystem Services from Invasive Alien Grass and Rush Species to Suppress their Aggressive Expansion in South Africa

Ramarumo

2022

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Invasive alien species are regarded as one of the major driving forces of species extinction worldwide. To counteract the invasion’s spread and minimize species extinction risk, countries like South Africa are devoted to halting human-induced invasion using various means. The failed efforts to halt the invasion spread have forced South African scientists to start considering social controlling mechanisms, including utilization of these species without propagation as one of the alternatives. It is within this context that this review was aimed at making an inventory of invasive grass species that provide ecosystem services in South Africa. The required data were gathered through rigorous literature surveys and analysis. A total of 19 invasive alien grass and rush species, from 15 genera and two families that are associated with provision of ecosystems services, were documented. The reported species are associated with the provision of nine ecosystem services. The current study argued that although these species are associated with some ecosystem services, they can also threaten the ecological integrity of the ecosystems if not properly managed. Insights about ecosystem services associated with invasive alien grass and rush species are significant in balancing the complex environmental issues and livelihood requirements in rural South Africa.

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Section: Ecosystem Service Benefits Invasion Status and Legal Categoriesmentioning

confidence: 67%

Harnessing Ecosystem Services from Invasive Alien Grass and Rush Species to Suppress their Aggressive Expansion in South Africa

Ramarumo

2022

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“…Other households benefit from ecosystem services derived from IAS [4,21,24]. For instance, some studies identified some IAS as important sources of food, medicine, firewood, and aesthetic value [25,26].…”

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Economic Assessment and Community Management of Prosopis juliflora Invasion in Sweimeh Village, Jordan

Al-Assaf

Tadros

Al-Shishany³

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Invasions by invasive alien species (IAS) are recognized as one of the largest threats to earth’s ecosystem services and represent rapidly growing economic costs as they damage local ecosystems and force surrounding communities to divert resources towards IAS management and control. The study objectives were to assess the economic impacts of a Prosopis juliflora invasion in Jordan and gauge community preferences for management plans. The study was conducted in Sweimeh, Jordan Valley using a combination of focus groups and randomized interviews with 203 local households. Direct-use values for products derived from P. juliflora and direct costs owing to P. juliflora’s presence have been calculated. A binary logistic regression model was then developed to predict the households’ preferences between two policy responses: P. juliflora management or complete eradication. The results revealed the dualistic role of P. juliflora in household livelihoods: it was widely used for firewood, fodder, and charcoal offering benefits valued at JOD 2165 per household/year (JOD 1 = USD 0.71). At the same time, the invasion reduced household welfare by taking over arable lands and injuring humans and animals. Consequently, the income lost as a result of the invasion was estimated by JOD 1410.5 per household/year. As a result, two-thirds of respondents choose the option of P.juliflora invasion management. Only respondents’ monthly income and perception of P. juliflora’s impact on the prevention of soil erosion were significant predictors of respondents’ preferences for the management plans. In conclusion, more coordinated responses between policy makers, institutions, and local communities are required to mitigate the negative impact of P. juliflora invasion.

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“…Borokini and Babalola [21] reviewed the utilization potential of eight exotic plant species used by Nigerians, and found that these species play a crucial role as sources of charcoal and herbal medicines. Several studies in Eastern Cape and Limpopo provinces in South Africa [22][23][24][25][26][27][28][29] focused on exotic plants used as herbal medicines in the country. erefore, the present study was aimed at investigating the use values of alien plants cultivated and managed in the home gardens in Limpopo province of South Africa.…”

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Assessment of Useful Alien Plant Species Cultivated and Managed in Rural Home Gardens of Limpopo Province, South Africa

Semenya

Maroyi

2020

Scientifica

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Several communities in developing countries derive substantial part of their livelihood needs from alien plants cultivated and managed in home gardens. The aim of this study was to assess useful alien plant species cultivated and managed in home gardens of Limpopo province in South Africa. Semistructured interviews, personal observation, and guided walks with 300 participants between January 2015 and December 2016 were employed to obtain data on names of alien plants cultivated in home gardens and their use categories. A total of 101 plant species belonging to 44 families were recorded from the study area. More than half of the species (66.3%) belonged to 14 families, Fabaceae, Asteraceae, Rosaceae, Solanaceae, Lamiaceae, Anacardiaceae, Poaceae, Amaranthaceae, Apocynaceae, Brassicaceae, Cactaceae, Euphorbiaceae, Moraceae, and Myrtaceae. Twenty-six use categories of alien plants were identified in this study with the majority of species (75.2%) used for medicinal purposes, followed by ornamental (33.7%), edible fruits (24.8%), spices (16.8%), vegetables (16.8%), shade (11.9%), beverages (10.9%), construction materials (8.9%), firewood (7.9%), and hedge (7.9%). These findings corroborate the existing body of knowledge emphasizing the importance of plants grown and managed in home gardens to the livelihood needs of local communities.

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Invasive Alien Plants Used in the Treatment of Hiv/Aids-Related Symptoms by Traditional Healers of Vhembe Municipality, Limpopo Province, South Africa

Cited by 10 publications

References 8 publications

Harnessing Ecosystem Services from Invasive Alien Grass and Rush Species to Suppress their Aggressive Expansion in South Africa

Harnessing Ecosystem Services from Invasive Alien Grass and Rush Species to Suppress their Aggressive Expansion in South Africa

Economic Assessment and Community Management of Prosopis juliflora Invasion in Sweimeh Village, Jordan

Assessment of Useful Alien Plant Species Cultivated and Managed in Rural Home Gardens of Limpopo Province, South Africa

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