Plant Species and Their Uses In Homegardens of Migrant Maya and Mestizo Smallholder Farmers In Calakmul, Campeche, Mexico

Homegardens in Calakmul, Campeche, Mexico, host a high diversity of plant species (310 total) with uses predominantly ornamental (41%), followed by food (35%) and medicinal (30%). The study found that the floristic composition of these gardens is strongly influenced by the socioeconomic conditions and cultural background of the farmers, particularly in ornamental plants. However, neither gender nor culture affects the farmers' evaluation of homegarden functions. Conducted in 20 Maya and Mestizo homegardens, this research used interviews, inventories, and a ranking system to assess botanical composition, structure, infrastructure, and farmer knowledge about management and product processing.

Neulinger, K., Vogl, C. R., & Alayón-Gamboa, J. A. (2013). Plant Species and Their Uses In Homegardens of Migrant Maya and Mestizo Smallholder Farmers In Calakmul, Campeche, Mexico. Journal of Ethnobiology, 33(1), 105–124. https://doi.org/10.2993/0278-0771-33.1.105