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Valorização de plantas e cogumelos da Reserva Florestal da Cumbira numa cadeia integrada utilizando processos inovadores.
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Ethnomycological prospect of wild edible and medicinal mushrooms from Central and Southern Africa - a review
Publication . Bastos, Claudete António André; Liberal, Ângela; Moldão-Martins, Margarida; Catarino, Luís; Barros, Lillian
In several regions of Africa, the daily diet is partly dependent on the edible products from wild animals, plants, and mushrooms, driven by their availability, wide distribution in the local environment, and the low incomes of the general population. The documentation of ethnomycological information is particularly important to validate or correct the identification of specimens and the preservation of these natural resources with cultivation potential, thus improving their consumption and utilization for medicinal purposes. The number of wild edible mushroom species consumed varies between different regions of Africa, with around 300 species being documented in the literature.
However, despite its rich biodiversity, theAfrican continent is still underexploited, which is reflected in poor food contribution to populations that are often in need. Here, the safe use of mushrooms is guided by the insufficiency of studies that validate their nutritional and medicinal properties, since they are key factors in the suppression of protein deficiency in the everyday diet of the populations and a source of bioactive compounds useful for the formulation of added-value functional products. Thus, it becomes essential to investigate African mushrooms, not only from the identification point of view, but also in terms of nutritional, chemical, and bioactive characterization, hence deepen the knowledge about this valuable natural resource. Bearing these in mind, the main objective of this study is to systematize the knowledge available in scientific publications and specialized websites, thus gathering information about the valuable profits that come from using these widely appreciated natural products.
Ethnomycological prospect of wild edible and medicinal mushrooms from Central and Southern Africa
Publication . Bastos, Claudete António André; Liberal, Ângela; Catarino, Luís; Moldão-Martins, Margarida; Barros, Lillian
In diferente regions of Africa, the people´s diet depends partially on edible products from wild animals, plants, or
mushrooms, motivated not only by the high cost of living but also by the profusion of such products in local environment
(Soro et al., 2019). In addition to being appreciated for their high nutritional value, rich in proteins, carbohydrates,
elements (phosphorous, potassium, calcium, copper, magnesium, iron, zinc), vitamins, and lower fat amounts, thesse nontimber
forest products (NTFPs) are the basis of various dietary, ethnic, cultural, religious, and medicinal considerations,
depending on ethnic groups. Despite the rich biodiversity of the African continent, this remains largely unexplored
resulting in a poor food contribution to the often malnourished populations (Yongabi et al., 2004).
Thus, the aim of this review is to gather information on the wild mushroom species used in Central and Southern Africa
and theirmain uses, with a focus on food and medicinal species.
Wild Edible Plants in Angola: Diversity, Traditional Uses, Phytochemical Properties, and Socio‐Economic Potential
Publication . Bastos, Claudete; Liberal, Ângela; Moldão, Margarida; Barros, Lillian; Catarino, Luís
With almost 7000 native species, Angola is one of the African countries with the most remarkable plant diversity. Rural communities use many wild plants daily to fulfill various needs, particularly as food. This study aimed to explore the diversity and uses of wild edible plants (WEP) in Angola, through a literature review, consultation of herbarium collections, and fieldwork by the first author. Through an analysis of databases, books, and scientific articles, and consulting herbarium records, it was possible to identify 199 WEP used in Angola. The main types of plants with edible parts were trees, annual and perennial herbs, shrubs and sub-shrubs, and, to a lesser extent, lianas and herbaceous vines, which are found in forests, woodlands, riverbanks, and gallery forests, as well as in fallows and disturbed places. The most consumed parts of plants are fruits, seeds, leaves, and, to a lesser extent, the underground parts. Many of these plants have great economic value, serving as both food sources and additional income for rural families. The identification and characterization of WEP has enabled a deeper understanding of the country's plant genetic resources, which can help improve food security and promote the sustainable use of natural resources in Angola.
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SFRH/BD/151519/2021