Review the Significant of Non Timber Forest Product and Boswellia papyrifera Species in Ethiopia

Worku, Melese; Bantihun, Abay

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“…Tapping process involves making repeated incisions into the bark over a series of months (Worku and Bantihun 2018) at a distance of about 30cm (Al-Aamri 2015) to 50cm (Tadesse et al 2004). The particular details of the tapping, such as its duration, the time of year it is undertaken, and the interval between individual tappings, vary according to the species and the customs in the production area (Greenhalgh 2019).…”

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Boswellia papyrifera a tree of economic importance in dry land Sudan: Dendrometric parameters and tapping characteristics

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Abstract. Dafa-Alla M, Abdelkari HA, Abuelbashar AI, Hassan MH. 2022. Boswellia papyrifera a tree of economic importance in dry land Sudan: Dendrometric parameters and tapping characteristics. Asian J For 7: 10-16. We conducted this research in Abugadaf Natural Forest Reserve (ANFR) located within Blue Nile state, Sudan. The objectives were to examine dendrometric parameters and to analyze tapping characteristics for frankincense production. We randomly distributed 97 sample plots; in each, we counted B. papyrifera trees, measured their diameter at breast height (dbh), total height, bole height, and crown diameter, and examined the correlation between crown diameter and dbh. We examined 116 tapping spots made on 13 randomly selected trees. In each tree, we measured upper and lower tapping heights, calculated potentially untapped bole height, counted the number of tapping spots, measured their dimensions, recorded their directions, and compared mean numbers of tapping spots at four directions using one-way ANOVA (?=0.05). Results revealed that the distributions of dbh and the total height of tapped B. papyrifera followed a bell shape, and that of bole height and crown diameter followed a bell-shaped skewed to the right. Results revealed a significant (P=0.000) correlation between crown diameter and dbh (N=499) that trees were tapped at the four directions without significant difference (P=0.427) between mean numbers of tapping spots at the four directions. The study concludes that current tapping practice doesn’t strictly adhere to recommended tapping guides, particularly with minimum lower tapping height and preference of concentration of tapping in east-west directions.

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Boswellia papyrifera a tree of economic importance in dry land Sudan: Dendrometric parameters and tapping characteristics

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“…Most of the woodland in the ANRS is found in lowland areas (500 and 1900 masl) with diverse ecological distribution ranging from semiarid to humid areas (Eshete et al, 2011;Melesse & Abtew, 2016) and cover about 740,808 ha (Melesse & Abtew, 2016). These forest systems harbour economically important tree species such as B. papyrifera (Eshete et al, 2011;Friis et al, 2010;Lemenih & Teketay, 2003;Tolera et al, 2021;Worku & Bantihun, 2018) which are known for their commercial products such as frankincense or gum olibanum. In the Metema district alone, B. papyrifera accounts for 51% of the woody plant density and has a production potential of about 253.5 kg ha -1 year -1 .…”

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“…The region is endowed with gum and resin-bearing species such as Acacia senegal, B. papyrifera and Commiphora africana, and Sterculia africana. However, these resources are poorly managed, underutilized and face huge devastation (Eshete et al, 2011;Friis et al, 2010;Mulugeta Lemenih & Teketay, 2003;Tebkew et al, 2018;Tolera et al, 2021;Worku & Bantihun, 2018).…”

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Trend and Current Status of Forest Resources in the Amhara National Regional State, Ethiopia: A Review

Alem

2023

East Afr. j. for. agrofor.

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Ethiopia is endowed with diverse forest resources. Amhara National Regional State, one of the administrative regions in Ethiopia, has diverse ecology and is endowed with diversified flora and fauna. Forest resources in the region provide various uses and services to the local community. But the forest resources of the region have faced huge devastation due to high human and livestock pressure. As a response, efforts have been made to conserve and develop the forest resources of the region. However, there is a lack of comprehensive information about the current status and trend of forest resources in the region. This review provides the current status and trend of forest resources in the region based on a literature search from different sources. The review showed that the overall forest resource of the region decreased over time, despite the expansion of plantation forests. Most of the natural forest resources of the region disappeared and remnants are found in church compounds and other forest conservation areas. Plantation forests in the region are dominated by exotic tree species, majorly Eucalyptus. Most important non-timber forest products have been neglected, and modern forest development interventions are lacking. This review paper is indispensable for decision-makers, academicians, development, and research institutions to direct their focus toward developing technologies and information for the sustainable development of the forest resources in the region. Appropriate forest management and utilization practices have to be implemented for the sustainability of the forest resources in the region. Since the forest resource in the region is under dynamic change, regularly updating and providing information on its current status is imperative for timely and proper decision-making

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“…Most preparations of medicinal plants used to treat viral diseases and symptoms associated with viral diseases involve pounding and crushing the plant material prior to use (344 plants, 93.2%) (Figure 2). For example, pounding the resin of Boswellia papyrifera (Burseraceae) and drinking the decoction are reported for the treatment of cough (Worku & Bantihun, 2018). Likewise, the traditional practice of pounding and drinking the root powder decoction of A. abyssinica .…”

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The potential of Ethiopian medicinal plants to treat emergent viral diseases

Fekadu,

Lulekal,

Tesfaye

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Phytotherapy Research

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Ethiopians have deep‐rooted traditions of using plants to treat ailments affecting humans and domesticated animals. Approximately 80% of the population continues to rely on traditional medicine, including for the prevention and treatment of viral diseases. Many antiviral plants are available to and widely used by communities in areas where access to conventional healthcare systems is limited. In some cases, pharmacological studies also confirm the potent antiviral properties of Ethiopian plants. Building on traditional knowledge of medicinal plants and testing their antiviral properties may help to expand options to address the global pandemic of COVID‐19 including its recently isolated virulent variants and prepare for similar outbreaks in the future. Here, we provide an ethnobotanical and pharmacological inventory of Ethiopian medicinal plants that might contribute to the prevention and treatment of viral diseases. We identified 387 species, about 6% of Ethiopia's known flora, for which records of use by local communities and traditional herbalists have been documented for the treatment of viral diseases. We provide a framework for further investigation and development of this vital resource much anticipated to help combat emergent viral diseases along with existing ones in Ethiopia and elsewhere.

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Review the Significant of Non Timber Forest Product and Boswellia papyrifera Species in Ethiopia

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Boswellia papyrifera a tree of economic importance in dry land Sudan: Dendrometric parameters and tapping characteristics

Boswellia papyrifera a tree of economic importance in dry land Sudan: Dendrometric parameters and tapping characteristics

Trend and Current Status of Forest Resources in the Amhara National Regional State, Ethiopia: A Review

The potential of Ethiopian medicinal plants to treat emergent viral diseases

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