Ethnobotany explores the relationships between people and plants across different cultures. Students will study how plants are used for food, medicine, shelter, clothing, and rituals. The course covers traditional knowledge systems, plant domestication, and the role of plants in cultural heritage. Fieldwork and ethnographic research methods will allow students to document and analyze plant uses in local communities. This course highlights the importance of preserving indigenous knowledge and biodiversity.
Ethnobotany
$500.00
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