Study on Medicinal Forest Plants in Ifo, Ogun State, Nigeria, and Factors Shaping Usage Patterns
The utilization of medicinal plants in Nigeria is not solely associated with availability and accessibility but also reflects cultural heritage and local knowledge regarding natural resources. This research addresses the pressing issue of the medicinal utilization of selected forest plants in the I...
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The utilization of medicinal plants in Nigeria is not solely associated with availability and accessibility but also reflects cultural heritage and local knowledge regarding natural resources. This research addresses the pressing issue of the medicinal utilization of selected forest plants in the Ifo Local Government Area of Ogun State, Nigeria. Commencing with a succinct presentation of the identified problem, the study aims to explore solutions to formulated research questions and test hypotheses at a significance level of 0.05 alpha. Employing a descriptive survey research design, the study involves one hundred respondents randomly selected from Ifo Local Government Area. Five communities, i.e., Alagbole, Lambe, Ibogun, Onihale, and Igbusi, were purposively sampled, with 20 randomly chosen respondents. Data collection utilized a self-structured questionnaire to gather pertinent responses on the variables central to the study. Analysis methods included simple percentages, tables, Pearson Product-Moment Correlation Coefficient (PPMCC), and independent Student's T-test statistic. The research findings highlight, among other insights, the frequent use of forest plant-derived herbs for treating or preventing various health issues in the study area. As a recommendation, the study suggests the need for effective legislation to regulate the harvesting and trade of medicinal plants.
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| spelling | doaj-art-c1f213c867f2420b816e09a168822f8a2025-02-07T09:32:21ZengUniversitas Lancang KuningJurnal Ilmiah Pertanian1829-83462502-59882024-03-01211Study on Medicinal Forest Plants in Ifo, Ogun State, Nigeria, and Factors Shaping Usage PatternsAbiodun Olusesi Oso0Orimoloye Ipoola Faleyimu1Waheed Akanni Salami2Elizabeth Philip3Rilwan Oluyinka Adewale4Musifat Abosede Kolapo5Department of Forestry, Wildlife and Fisheries, Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago – Iwoye, NigeriaDepartment of Forestry, Wildlife and Environmental Management, Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology Okitipupa, NigeriaDepartment of Forestry, Wildlife and Fisheries, Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago – Iwoye, NigeriaDepartment of Forestry, Wildlife and Fisheries, Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago – Iwoye, NigeriaDepartment of Forestry, Wildlife and Fisheries, Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago – Iwoye, NigeriaDepartment of Forestry, Wildlife and Fisheries, Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago – Iwoye, Nigeria The utilization of medicinal plants in Nigeria is not solely associated with availability and accessibility but also reflects cultural heritage and local knowledge regarding natural resources. This research addresses the pressing issue of the medicinal utilization of selected forest plants in the Ifo Local Government Area of Ogun State, Nigeria. Commencing with a succinct presentation of the identified problem, the study aims to explore solutions to formulated research questions and test hypotheses at a significance level of 0.05 alpha. Employing a descriptive survey research design, the study involves one hundred respondents randomly selected from Ifo Local Government Area. Five communities, i.e., Alagbole, Lambe, Ibogun, Onihale, and Igbusi, were purposively sampled, with 20 randomly chosen respondents. Data collection utilized a self-structured questionnaire to gather pertinent responses on the variables central to the study. Analysis methods included simple percentages, tables, Pearson Product-Moment Correlation Coefficient (PPMCC), and independent Student's T-test statistic. The research findings highlight, among other insights, the frequent use of forest plant-derived herbs for treating or preventing various health issues in the study area. As a recommendation, the study suggests the need for effective legislation to regulate the harvesting and trade of medicinal plants. https://dev-journal.unilak.ac.id/index.php/jip/article/view/13333medicinal plantsherbsforest resourcesIfo local governmentlegislation |
| spellingShingle | Abiodun Olusesi Oso Orimoloye Ipoola Faleyimu Waheed Akanni Salami Elizabeth Philip Rilwan Oluyinka Adewale Musifat Abosede Kolapo Study on Medicinal Forest Plants in Ifo, Ogun State, Nigeria, and Factors Shaping Usage Patterns Jurnal Ilmiah Pertanian medicinal plants herbs forest resources Ifo local government legislation |
| title | Study on Medicinal Forest Plants in Ifo, Ogun State, Nigeria, and Factors Shaping Usage Patterns |
| title_full | Study on Medicinal Forest Plants in Ifo, Ogun State, Nigeria, and Factors Shaping Usage Patterns |
| title_fullStr | Study on Medicinal Forest Plants in Ifo, Ogun State, Nigeria, and Factors Shaping Usage Patterns |
| title_full_unstemmed | Study on Medicinal Forest Plants in Ifo, Ogun State, Nigeria, and Factors Shaping Usage Patterns |
| title_short | Study on Medicinal Forest Plants in Ifo, Ogun State, Nigeria, and Factors Shaping Usage Patterns |
| title_sort | study on medicinal forest plants in ifo ogun state nigeria and factors shaping usage patterns |
| topic | medicinal plants herbs forest resources Ifo local government legislation |
| url | https://dev-journal.unilak.ac.id/index.php/jip/article/view/13333 |
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