Search Results - "Assogbadjo, Achille E."
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Genome-wide genetic diversity and population structure of Garcinia kola (Heckel) in Benin using DArT-Seq technology
Published in PloS one (23-09-2020)“…Garcinia kola (Heckel) is a versatile tree indigenous to West and Central Africa. All parts of the tree have value in traditional medicine. Natural populations…”
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Local knowledge, pattern and diversity of use of Sclerocarya birrea
Published in Journal of ethnobiology and ethnomedicine (01-02-2011)“…Growing interest is on food tree species in general, and particularly indigenous fruit tree species in developing countries since they are inherent to most…”
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The relative role of soil, climate, and genotype in the variation of nutritional value of Annona senegalensis fruits and leaves
Published in Heliyon (01-08-2023)“…Annona senegalensis Pers is a multipurpose tree species valued for food and medicinal uses in Africa. Although there have been attempts to document the…”
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Ethnic differences in use values and use patterns of Parkia biglobosa in Northern Benin
Published in Journal of ethnobiology and ethnomedicine (07-12-2011)“…African locust bean tree (Parkia biglobosa) is a multipurpose species used widely in arid Africa by local communities. The present study focused on ethnic…”
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Ecological Factors Influencing Physical Soil Degradation in the Atacora Mountain Chain in Benin, West Africa
Published in Mountain research and development (01-05-2014)“…This study analyzed the ecological factors influencing soil degradation in the Atacora Mountains in northern Benin, which harbor two endemic species,…”
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Tree species diversity promotes aboveground carbon storage through functional diversity and functional dominance
Published in Ecology and evolution (01-10-2016)“…The relationship between biodiversity and ecosystem function has increasingly been debated as the cornerstone of the processes behind ecosystem services…”
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Genetic diversity and population structure in a regional collection of Kersting’s groundnut (Macrotyloma geocarpum (Harms) Maréchal & Baudet)
Published in Genetic resources and crop evolution (01-12-2021)“…Kersting’s groundnut ( Macrotyloma geocarpum (Harms) Maréchal & Baudet) is an important source of protein and essential nutrients that contribute to food…”
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Application of multi‐locus GWAS for the detection of bruchid resistance loci in cowpea (Vigna unguiculata)
Published in Plant breeding (01-06-2022)“…Identification of genes associated with bruchid resistance variations in cowpea accessions would help breeders to generate new cowpea cultivars with improved…”
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Genetic diversity and population structure of a threatened tree species Afzelia africana Sm. ex Pers. among climatic zones for conservation challenges in Benin (West Africa)
Published in Genetic resources and crop evolution (01-08-2023)“…Afzelia africana Sm. ex Pers. is an African endangered tree species whose natural populations are declining severely because of human pressure through logging,…”
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A 20-Year Journey Through an Orphan African Baobab (Adansonia digitata L.) Towards Improved Food and Nutrition Security in Africa
Published in Frontiers in sustainable food systems (20-12-2021)“…The African baobab ( Adansonia digitata L.) is a multipurpose orphan tree species of the semi-arid and sub-humid Sub-Saharan Africa where it plays an important…”
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The relative importance of climatic gradient versus human disturbance in determining population structure of Afzelia africana in the Republic of Benin
Published in Southern forests (03-04-2017)“…The study aimed to investigate the relative significance of effects of climatic variability and human disturbance on the population structure of the threatened…”
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Morphological trait variation and relationships of Afzelia africana Sm. caused by climatic conditions and anthropogenic disturbance in Benin (West Africa)
Published in Genetic resources and crop evolution (01-06-2019)“…Afzelia africana Sm. is a tree species found in different climatic conditions affected by chronic human disturbance. It is known that trees can respond to…”
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Seasonal variation of environment and conspecific density-dependence effects on early seedling growth of a tropical tree in semi-arid savannahs
Published in Global ecology and conservation (01-06-2023)“…Different mechanisms have been proposed to explain species coexistence and maintainance of local species diversity in tree communities. Among the proposed…”
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Limited ant co-occurrence and defensive mutualism in Acacia plants in a West African savanna
Published in AoB plants (01-08-2021)“…Our understanding of the role of fire and effect of ant species composition, beyond their diversity and abundance, on the effectiveness of mutualism defence is…”
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Socio-economic and cultural drivers of local perceptions and willingness to consume edible insects in Benin
Published in Future foods : a dedicated journal for sustainability in food science (01-12-2024)“…Insects serve as alternative protein sources for humans. While entomophagy, the practice of eating insects, has deep historical roots in some regions, it…”
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Factors Determining the Use and Cultivation of "Moringa oleifera" Lam. in the Republic of Benin
Published in Economic botany (01-09-2018)“…Despite its nutritious leaves and considerable economic importance, the agroforestry species Moringa oleifera Lam. is still considered a neglected and…”
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A quantitative ethnobotanical approach toward biodiversity conservation of useful woody species in Wari-Maro forest reserve (Benin, West Africa)
Published in Environment, development and sustainability (01-10-2018)“…Quantitative ethnobotany researches can contribute much to guide biodiversity conservation, especially in developing countries. Our study presents a…”
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Identification of potential areas for wild palm cultivation in the Republic of Benin through remote sensing and ecological niche modeling
Published in Genetic resources and crop evolution (01-08-2017)“…Wild palms contribute significantly to food security and local economy in tropical areas, and particularly in sub-Saharan Africa. In light of this importance,…”
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Biomass, root structure and morphological characteristics of the medicinal Sarcocephalus latifolius (Sm) E.A. Bruce shrub across different ecologies in Benin
Published in QScience connect (01-04-2013)“…Medicinal plants play an important role in human livelihoods. However, the harvest of different organs may be destructive. Sarcocephalus latifolius is a…”
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Knowledge, valuation and prioritization of 46 woody species for conservation in agroforestry systems along Ouémé catchment in Benin (West Africa)
Published in Environment, development and sustainability (01-10-2019)“…The Ouémé catchment abounds an important diversity of woody plant species. However, harvesting pressure on these species seems to lead to threats of their…”
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