Los guardianes silenciosos de la Quebrada de Humahuaca: etnobotánica del “cardón” (Trichocereus atacamensis, Cactaceae) entre pobladores originarios en el Departamento Tilcara, Jujuy, Argentina

A concerning decline in the health of 'cardón' cacti (Trichocereus atacamensis) and their habitat in Argentina's Quebrada de Humahuaca threatens both ecological stability and traditional Kolla cultural practices. Despite socioenvironmental changes, indigenous communities maintain strong, culturally significant relationships with these emblematic plants, using them for various purposes and possessing deep knowledge of their morphology, ecology, and distribution. The study reveals a pressing need for conservation strategies to safeguard the cacti's health and preserve associated vernacular knowledge. Researchers conducted an ethnobotanical survey in Tilcara, Jujuy, gathering narratives on uses, ecological roles, and cultural significance while assessing the plants' phytosanitary status.

Barbarich, M. F., & Suárez, M. E. (2018). Los guardianes silenciosos de la Quebrada de Humahuaca: etnobotánica del “cardón” (Trichocereus atacamensis, Cactaceae) entre pobladores originarios en el Departamento Tilcara, Jujuy, Argentina. Bonplandia, 27(1), 59–80. https://doi.org/10.30972/bon.2712985