Ethnobotany of Pohnpei: Plants, People, and Island Culture
Balick, Michael J., ed. (2017-12-31). Ethnobotany of Pohnpei: Plants, People, and Island Culture. doi:10.1515/9780824837495.
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Abstract: Document concerning an ethnobotanical survey conducted on the island of Pohnpei in the Federated States of Micronesia during the late 20th century. The document is a comprehensive report detailing the relationships between local plant species and the indigenous people of Pohnpei, focusing on island culture and traditional uses of flora. It includes taxonomic cataloging of plants, descriptions of their applications in medicine, food, and ritual practices, and accounts of cultural significance as recorded through fieldwork. The report references institutional collaborations with regional botanical agencies and incorporates data aligned with treaties on biodiversity conservation relevant to Micronesia. The geographic focus is exclusively on Pohnpei, with detailed botanical inventories and ethnographic observations. The document also discusses ecological aspects of plant habitats and the impact of environmental changes on traditional plant use. It contains historical accounts of plant utilization patterns and policy reviews related to resource management on the island. The treatment of Micronesia is explicit, emphasizing the integration of botanical knowledge within the broader context of island culture and community practices. The report is structured to include both qualitative and quantitative data, combining scientific taxonomy with ethnographic narrative to present a holistic view of Pohnpei’s ethnobotany.
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