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VOL. 9, ISSUE 9 (2024)
Hatga: Testament to the enduring bond between humans and plant kingdom
Authors
Minakshi Neware, Deepak Birla, Somnath Jadhav
Abstract
Wild Edible Plants (WEPs) play a crucial role in providing sustenance
and nutritional richness to communities worldwide. Despite the diminishing use
of WEPs globally, their prevalence remains significant in many regions,
particularly among populations relying on vegetarian diets abundant in
carbohydrates. This article sheds light on the utilization of WEPs, with a
specific focus on Hatga trees (Sesbania grandiflora) in the Vidarbha
region of Maharashtra, India. The article reveals the nutritional and medicinal
benefits of Hatga trees, which are commonly consumed by tribes and local
communities in rural and forest areas of Vidarbha. Through ethnobotanical
surveys and traditional knowledge systems, valuable insights are gained into
the seasonal food security and economic contributions provided by the
utilization of wild edible plants. By highlighting the importance of Hatga
trees as a source of vitamins, micro-nutrients, and medicinal properties, this
article underscores the significance of WEPs in promoting health and
well-being, particularly in regions where access to fresh produce is limited.
Furthermore, the economic opportunities afforded by the utilization of WEPs
offer potential pathways for income generation and livelihood enhancement among
tribal and rural communities.
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Pages:42-45
How to cite this article:
Minakshi Neware, Deepak Birla, Somnath Jadhav "Hatga: Testament to the enduring bond between humans and plant kingdom". International Journal of Botany Studies, Vol 9, Issue 9, 2024, Pages 42-45
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