Compatibility and complementarity of indigenous and scientific knowledge of wild plants in the highlands of southwest Saudi Arabia

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A.K.Hegazy
A.A.Alatar
J.Thomas
M.Faisal
A.H.Alfarhan
K.Krzywinski
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[1] Department of Botany and Microbiology,College of Science,King Saud University
[2] Department of Biology,University of Bergen
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multipurpose use plants; importance value; compatibility ratio; Sarawat mountains; arid lands;
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Q948 [植物生态学和植物地理学];
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071012 ; 0713 ;
摘要
This study presents a survey of wild plants commonly used by local inhabitants in the highlands of southwest Saudi Arabia. Based upon literature review, direct observation of local inhabitants, and questionnaire interviews, 36 plant species were assessed and given scores according to their use. The gaps between scientific and indigenous knowledge on the use of plants were estimated using a "compatibility ratio". The score values were estimated based on seven different use categories of ecosystem services, including food, forage, medicine, wood, beekeeping, research, and education. Additional structural categories include source of materials, shade, hedges, ornamental plantings, and soil stabilization. There are discrepancies between indigenous knowledge(IK) and scientific knowledge(SK) but in most cases, SK of the species supports the IK and plant users preference. The results also provide information that challenges assumptions about the consistency of IK with SK. Our study highlights the importance of understanding the cultural context and uses of wild plants. Biodiversity-based knowledge holds promise for contributing to sustainable use of wild plant resources and related traditions. Thesuccess of such endeavours depends on the compatibility and complementarity of indigenous and scientific knowledge.
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