How does urbanization affect perceptions and traditional knowledge of medicinal plants?

How does urbanization affect perceptions and traditional knowledge of medicinal plants?

Abstract Background The use and knowledge of medicinal plants play an essential role in community health in rural Mexico. Medicinal plants are part of the local heritage and provide a source of economic income. Nevertheless, knowledge of their use has declined due to factors like accelerated urbaniz...

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Main Authors: Cecilia Arjona-García, José Blancas, Leonardo Beltrán-Rodríguez, Citlalli López Binnqüist, Hortensia Colín Bahena, Ana Isabel Moreno-Calles, José Antonio Sierra-Huelsz, Xavier López-Medellín
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-08-01
Series:Journal of Ethnobiology and Ethnomedicine
Subjects:
Biocultural conservation
Cultural changes
Ethnobotany
Traditional knowledge
Tropical deciduous forest
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13002-021-00473-w

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s13002-021-00473-w

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