Ethnobotony of the Kondh, Poraja, Gadaba and Bonda of the Koraput Region of Odisha, India

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Book Detail

• Author: Merlin, Franco F.
• Brand: D.K. Printworld Pvt. Ltd.
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of Pages: 267
• Release Date: 01-01-2012
• EAN: 9788124606193
• Package Dimensions: 7.9 x 5.5 x 1.6 inches
• Languages: English

Description:
This volume explores the ecological knowledge of tribal and rural societies, focusing on the conservation and sustainability of natural resources. It discusses the history and significance of ethnobotany, with particular emphasis on four tribal communities of Odisha, India. Through participatory fieldwork, the book provides an insider’s view of the tribes’ cultural relationships with plants, detailing 210 plant species and their medicinal, cultural, culinary, economic, and ecological uses. It also covers aspects such as drug-based and spiritual healing processes, plant-based knowledge transmission, and the role of forests and non-timber forest products (NTFPs) in community conservation efforts. The book is an essential resource for policy-makers, academicians, social workers, and anyone interested in ethno-sensitive development.

Author Details:
Franco F. Merlin is a scholar specializing in ethnobotany and the study of indigenous knowledge systems. His work focuses on the ecological relationships between tribal communities and their natural environment, with an emphasis on sustainability and conservation practices.