Applied Ethnobotany

Applied Ethnobotany provides the first practical guide to sustainably managing wild plant species, crucial for billions who rely on them for building materials, fuel, food, medicine, and income. The manual bridges conservation, research, and local resource use through participatory methods, empowering communities to assess pressures on plant resources and implement strategies for their long-term availability. Supported by extensive illustrations and data, it offers actionable insights for conservationists, rural development practitioners, and park managers worldwide. Published in collaboration with WWF, UNESCO, and the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew, this guide stands as an invaluable resource for those navigating the intersection of biodiversity conservation and human livelihoods.

Cunningham, A. B. (Ed.). (2014). Applied Ethnobotany. Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781849776073