Aristide Cossi Adomou
Biographic Data
| ID | 1907703 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Aristide Cossi Adomou |
| GIVEN NAMES | Aristide Cossi |
| FAMILY NAME | Adomou |
| SIGNATURE | ADOMOU A C |
| AFFILIATIONS | Université d'Abomey-Calavi |
| ORCID | 0000-0001-6506-4898 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 11 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 12 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 11 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2018 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2025 |
| H-INDEX | 3 |
Traditional uses and importance of Strychnos L. (Loganiaceae): A cross-cultural and spatial variation study in Benin
A total of 9 Strychnos species (Loganiaceae) were documented. • Local people in Benin have a rich cultural and traditional knowledge of Strychnos species. • Leaves and fruits were the major parts used. • Indigenous knowledge showed a significantly positive correlation with age, gender and education level. • Conservation approaches are central to sustainable use of Strychnos species. Strychnos spp. are multipurpose wild plants widely distributed a…
Ethnobotanical approach of plant diversity and market availability used for diabetes management in Benin and Burkina Faso, West Africa
Background: The management of diabetes in sub-Saharan African countries remains a major challenge for low-income populations. This study provides a comparative analysis of the plants used by herbalists to manage diabetes in Benin and Burkina Faso. Methods: Market surveys were conducted among 27 herbalists in each country from 2023 to 2024. A semi-structured interview was performed with herbalists who agreed to participate. The main information co…
Floristic composition, structure and ecological drivers of woody stands of Detarium microcarpum Guill & Perr. and Detarium senegalense J.F.Gmel. in Benin
Detarium microcarpum Guill & Perr. and Detarium senegalense J.F.Gmel. are two species of wild trees that contribute significantly to the livelihoods of local communities in sub-Saharan Africa. Exploration of the ecological patterns of their population structure is, therefore, necessary to ensure long-term management. The aims of this study were to: (i) determine the floristic composition of the habitats of D. microcarpum and D. senegalense, (ii) …
Assessment of wild oil plants diversity and prioritization for valorization in Benin (West Africa): A multivariate approach
Wild oil plants (WOP) are species used for food, cosmetics, nutraceutical, and medicine. In Benin, their importance is still poorly documented. This study investigated the diversity of WOPs and identified priority species for valorization in Benin. Literature synthesis was used to gather data on a list of WOP species. This was completed by ethnobotanical surveys involving users (traditional healers, farmers, fishers, traders, and resource persons…
Management and protection of large old tree species in farmlands: Case of Milicia excelsa in southern Benin (West Africa)
Agroforestry systems are the last refuge habitats for many large old trees. This study assessed the management and the protection of Milicia excelsa (Iroko) trees in agricultural landscape of Dogbo district in southern Benin. A socio-economic survey with 288 respondents combined with an inventory of M. excelsa trees in agricultural lands were carried out. A total of 404 Iroko's trees were geolocated in 10 stands ranging in size from 102 to 1476 h…
The resource availability hypothesis (RAH) and cross-cultural patterns: Which one explains West African Cochlospermum species' uses in Benin
Background Cochlospermum tinctorium and C. planchonii are two wide edible plants of sub-Saharan countries, e.g., Benin, widely used as food, medicine, dye, handicraft, etc. Unfortunately, the uncontrolled harvest of their rootstocks exposes them to local extension risk. To enhance knowledge on the determinants of their uses in Benin, this study aimed to (i) assess the use forms, use values, abundance and perceived spatiotemporal dynamics, (ii) de…
Plant and natural product based homemade remedies for veterinary uses by the Peul community in Benin
On-farm management and participatory evaluation of pigeonpea (Cajanus cajan [L.] Millspaugh) diversity across the agro-ecological zones of the Republic of Benin
Background Pigeonpea is a multipurpose food legume crop that contributes to food security in the Republic of Benin. For the establishment of conservation and breeding programs, previous ethnobotanical surveys on pigeonpea were done in Benin but restricted to south and central regions. In previous years, pigeonpea landraces were introduced in northern Benin for soil fertility management; it is therefore important to evaluate the diversity in this …
Influence de la liane envahissante Sericostachys scandens Gilg & Lopr. (Amaranthaceae) sur la diversité des espèces végétales ligneuses du Parc National de la Kibira au Burundi
This study aims to (1) estimate the effect of Sericostachys scandens density on the species richness of woody species development stages, and (2) evaluate the variation in floristic composition of woody species development stages according to S. scandens density within the Kibira National Park (KNP) in Burundi. The abundance of this liana and other woody species (regeneration, juvenile and adult trees) was measured in 100 plots of 50 m × 50 m eac…
Breeders' knowledge on cattle fodder species preference in rangelands of Benin
BACKGROUND: We undertook ethnobotanical and ecological studies on fodder plants grazed by cattle across Benin national area. The study aims to ascertain the top priority fodder plants in order to catalogue the indigenous knowledge regarding their use. METHODS: Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and covered 690 breeders and 40 days of pasture walk. These were analysed using similarity index of Jaccard (IS), relative frequency c…
Species richness, cultural importance, and prioritization of wild spices for conservation in the Sudano-Guinean zone of Benin (West Africa)
Spices have always been used for their flavor-enhancement characteristics and for their medicinal properties. In Benin, scientific research on spices is scarce, despite their importance in the local population’s daily needs. This study investigated the diversity of wild spices and documented the associated traditional knowledge that can be used for their valuation, domestication, and sustainable management in the Sudano-Guinean Zone of Benin. Dat…
Breeders' knowledge on cattle fodder species preference in rangelands of Benin
BACKGROUND: We undertook ethnobotanical and ecological studies on fodder plants grazed by cattle across Benin national area. The study aims to ascertain the top priority fodder plants in order to catalogue the indigenous knowledge regarding their use. METHODS: Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and covered 690 breeders and 40 days of pasture walk. These were analysed using similarity index of Jaccard (IS), relative frequency c…
Species richness, cultural importance, and prioritization of wild spices for conservation in the Sudano-Guinean zone of Benin (West Africa)
Spices have always been used for their flavor-enhancement characteristics and for their medicinal properties. In Benin, scientific research on spices is scarce, despite their importance in the local population’s daily needs. This study investigated the diversity of wild spices and documented the associated traditional knowledge that can be used for their valuation, domestication, and sustainable management in the Sudano-Guinean Zone of Benin. Dat…
The resource availability hypothesis (RAH) and cross-cultural patterns: Which one explains West African Cochlospermum species' uses in Benin
Background Cochlospermum tinctorium and C. planchonii are two wide edible plants of sub-Saharan countries, e.g., Benin, widely used as food, medicine, dye, handicraft, etc. Unfortunately, the uncontrolled harvest of their rootstocks exposes them to local extension risk. To enhance knowledge on the determinants of their uses in Benin, this study aimed to (i) assess the use forms, use values, abundance and perceived spatiotemporal dynamics, (ii) de…
On-farm management and participatory evaluation of pigeonpea (Cajanus cajan [L.] Millspaugh) diversity across the agro-ecological zones of the Republic of Benin
Background Pigeonpea is a multipurpose food legume crop that contributes to food security in the Republic of Benin. For the establishment of conservation and breeding programs, previous ethnobotanical surveys on pigeonpea were done in Benin but restricted to south and central regions. In previous years, pigeonpea landraces were introduced in northern Benin for soil fertility management; it is therefore important to evaluate the diversity in this …
Breeders' knowledge on cattle fodder species preference in rangelands of Benin
BACKGROUND: We undertook ethnobotanical and ecological studies on fodder plants grazed by cattle across Benin national area. The study aims to ascertain the top priority fodder plants in order to catalogue the indigenous knowledge regarding their use. METHODS: Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and covered 690 breeders and 40 days of pasture walk. These were analysed using similarity index of Jaccard (IS), relative frequency c…
Species richness, cultural importance, and prioritization of wild spices for conservation in the Sudano-Guinean zone of Benin (West Africa)
Spices have always been used for their flavor-enhancement characteristics and for their medicinal properties. In Benin, scientific research on spices is scarce, despite their importance in the local population’s daily needs. This study investigated the diversity of wild spices and documented the associated traditional knowledge that can be used for their valuation, domestication, and sustainable management in the Sudano-Guinean Zone of Benin. Dat…
Influence de la liane envahissante Sericostachys scandens Gilg & Lopr. (Amaranthaceae) sur la diversité des espèces végétales ligneuses du Parc National de la Kibira au Burundi
This study aims to (1) estimate the effect of Sericostachys scandens density on the species richness of woody species development stages, and (2) evaluate the variation in floristic composition of woody species development stages according to S. scandens density within the Kibira National Park (KNP) in Burundi. The abundance of this liana and other woody species (regeneration, juvenile and adult trees) was measured in 100 plots of 50 m × 50 m eac…
Plant and natural product based homemade remedies for veterinary uses by the Peul community in Benin
On-farm management and participatory evaluation of pigeonpea (Cajanus cajan [L.] Millspaugh) diversity across the agro-ecological zones of the Republic of Benin
Background Pigeonpea is a multipurpose food legume crop that contributes to food security in the Republic of Benin. For the establishment of conservation and breeding programs, previous ethnobotanical surveys on pigeonpea were done in Benin but restricted to south and central regions. In previous years, pigeonpea landraces were introduced in northern Benin for soil fertility management; it is therefore important to evaluate the diversity in this …
Floristic composition, structure and ecological drivers of woody stands of Detarium microcarpum Guill & Perr. and Detarium senegalense J.F.Gmel. in Benin
Detarium microcarpum Guill & Perr. and Detarium senegalense J.F.Gmel. are two species of wild trees that contribute significantly to the livelihoods of local communities in sub-Saharan Africa. Exploration of the ecological patterns of their population structure is, therefore, necessary to ensure long-term management. The aims of this study were to: (i) determine the floristic composition of the habitats of D. microcarpum and D. senegalense, (ii) …
Assessment of wild oil plants diversity and prioritization for valorization in Benin (West Africa): A multivariate approach
Wild oil plants (WOP) are species used for food, cosmetics, nutraceutical, and medicine. In Benin, their importance is still poorly documented. This study investigated the diversity of WOPs and identified priority species for valorization in Benin. Literature synthesis was used to gather data on a list of WOP species. This was completed by ethnobotanical surveys involving users (traditional healers, farmers, fishers, traders, and resource persons…
Management and protection of large old tree species in farmlands: Case of Milicia excelsa in southern Benin (West Africa)
Agroforestry systems are the last refuge habitats for many large old trees. This study assessed the management and the protection of Milicia excelsa (Iroko) trees in agricultural landscape of Dogbo district in southern Benin. A socio-economic survey with 288 respondents combined with an inventory of M. excelsa trees in agricultural lands were carried out. A total of 404 Iroko's trees were geolocated in 10 stands ranging in size from 102 to 1476 h…
The resource availability hypothesis (RAH) and cross-cultural patterns: Which one explains West African Cochlospermum species' uses in Benin
Background Cochlospermum tinctorium and C. planchonii are two wide edible plants of sub-Saharan countries, e.g., Benin, widely used as food, medicine, dye, handicraft, etc. Unfortunately, the uncontrolled harvest of their rootstocks exposes them to local extension risk. To enhance knowledge on the determinants of their uses in Benin, this study aimed to (i) assess the use forms, use values, abundance and perceived spatiotemporal dynamics, (ii) de…
Traditional uses and importance of Strychnos L. (Loganiaceae): A cross-cultural and spatial variation study in Benin
A total of 9 Strychnos species (Loganiaceae) were documented. • Local people in Benin have a rich cultural and traditional knowledge of Strychnos species. • Leaves and fruits were the major parts used. • Indigenous knowledge showed a significantly positive correlation with age, gender and education level. • Conservation approaches are central to sustainable use of Strychnos species. Strychnos spp. are multipurpose wild plants widely distributed a…
Ethnobotanical approach of plant diversity and market availability used for diabetes management in Benin and Burkina Faso, West Africa
Background: The management of diabetes in sub-Saharan African countries remains a major challenge for low-income populations. This study provides a comparative analysis of the plants used by herbalists to manage diabetes in Benin and Burkina Faso. Methods: Market surveys were conducted among 27 herbalists in each country from 2023 to 2024. A semi-structured interview was performed with herbalists who agreed to participate. The main information co…
African Botany and Ecology Studies (10 works) · Biology (10 works) · Geography (9 works) · Ecology (8 works) · Ethnobotanical and Medicinal Plants Studies (7 works) · Agroforestry (6 works) · Ethnobotany (6 works) · Medicinal plants (6 works) · Agriculture and Rural Development Research (5 works) · Forestry (5 works)