2015 - Indigenous knowledge and socio-economic values of three kola used in southern Benin

Title: Indigenous knowledge and socio-economic values of three kola species (cola nitida, cola acuminata and garcinia kola) used in southern Benin

Authors: D-N. Durand (MSc.), A-S. Hubert (PhD.), D. Nafan (PhD.), A. Adolphe (PhD.), B-M. Farid (PhD.), Sezan Alphonse (PhD.), B-M. Lamine (PhD.)

Publication Date: 2015

Language: English

Type: Survey

page count: 23 pages

Summary: This study examined, through surveys of the rural population in various regions of southern Benin, the prior knowledge and experience of the population in dealing with the three most important kola species (Cola acuminata, Cola nitida, Garcinia kola) and some rare wild species. The results are broken down by ethnic group, gender, age, and religion. The study also attempts to determine the market value and cultural significance of the three most important kolas. It concludes that Cola acuminata has the highest significance in spiritual uses and is therefore the most expensive, but for everyday use and enjoyment, Cola nitida is significantly more popular, while Garcinia kola is mainly valued for its medicinal properties.

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Source: European Scientific Journal 11(36):1857-7881