Traditional Medicinal Plant Utilization, Conservation, and Economic Valuation in Bori Mountain, Yem Zone, Central Ethiopia Regional State

Addisu Shewaye Mengesha; Kitessa Hundera

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Traditional Medicinal Plant Utilization, Conservation, and Economic Valuation in Bori Mountain, Yem Zone, Central Ethiopia Regional State

Addisu Shewaye Mengesha^*, Kitessa Hundera^*

Published in Journal of Diseases and Medicinal Plants (Volume 11, Issue 2)

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Abstract

Traditional medicinal plants are vital to healthcare, especially in regions with limited modern medical access. In Ethiopia, these plants have significant cultural, ecological, and economic importance. The study aims to document the diversity of ‘’Samoa ETA’’ traditional medicinal plants, assess their ecological status, investigate traditional knowledge and practices, evaluate their economic value, and analyze policies regarding their conservation and sustainable use. A sample of 384 participants, including 10 traditional healers, 10 kebeles, and 4 woredas, will be selected from a population of 122,419. A stratified random sampling and systematic sampling method ensures representation across diverse ecological zones and socio-cultural groups. The research employs a multidisciplinary approach, combining ethnobotanical surveys, ecological assessments, and economic analyses. Ethnobotanical surveys will document the uses, preparation methods, and cultural significance of these plants. Ecological assessments will examine their distribution, abundance, and conservation status. A mixed-methods approach will integrate quantitative surveys analyzed using SPSS 26 and qualitative interviews thematically analyzed. Economic valuation will assess the monetary value and contribution to local livelihoods and national economies. The study aims to enhance understanding of the ‘’Samoa ETA’’ medicinal plant diversity, ecological status, and traditional knowledge. It will provide insights into their economic value, inform conservation strategies that respect local customs, and promote sustainable management practices benefiting both the environment and local communities. Ultimately, this research seeks to ensure the continued availability and use of traditional medicinal plants for current and future generations.

Published in	Journal of Diseases and Medicinal Plants (Volume 11, Issue 2)
DOI	10.11648/j.jdmp.20251102.12
Page(s)	34-56
Creative Commons	This is an Open Access article, distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/), which permits unrestricted use, distribution and reproduction in any medium or format, provided the original work is properly cited.
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Traditional Medicinal Plants, Samoa Eta, Utilization, Conservation, Economic Valuation, Bori Mountain, Yem Zone

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abstract = {Traditional medicinal plants are vital to healthcare, especially in regions with limited modern medical access. In Ethiopia, these plants have significant cultural, ecological, and economic importance. The study aims to document the diversity of ‘’Samoa ETA’’ traditional medicinal plants, assess their ecological status, investigate traditional knowledge and practices, evaluate their economic value, and analyze policies regarding their conservation and sustainable use. A sample of 384 participants, including 10 traditional healers, 10 kebeles, and 4 woredas, will be selected from a population of 122,419. A stratified random sampling and systematic sampling method ensures representation across diverse ecological zones and socio-cultural groups. The research employs a multidisciplinary approach, combining ethnobotanical surveys, ecological assessments, and economic analyses. Ethnobotanical surveys will document the uses, preparation methods, and cultural significance of these plants. Ecological assessments will examine their distribution, abundance, and conservation status. A mixed-methods approach will integrate quantitative surveys analyzed using SPSS 26 and qualitative interviews thematically analyzed. Economic valuation will assess the monetary value and contribution to local livelihoods and national economies. The study aims to enhance understanding of the ‘’Samoa ETA’’ medicinal plant diversity, ecological status, and traditional knowledge. It will provide insights into their economic value, inform conservation strategies that respect local customs, and promote sustainable management practices benefiting both the environment and local communities. Ultimately, this research seeks to ensure the continued availability and use of traditional medicinal plants for current and future generations.
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School of Public Health, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Yem Saja Secondary High School, Saja, Ethiopia

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College of Natural Science Department of Biology, Jimma University, Jimma, Ethiopia

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