An economic evaluation of plant products in the traditional heritage - A case study from Kenger - Kula, Turkiye
Makaleler > Tam Makale · 2025
Yazarlar: Volkan Altay, Seray Yılmaz, Munir Ozturk
NUST Journal of Natural Sciences, Uluslararası, 2025, cilt 10, ss 1-8
Özet
This study aims to document important traditional practices related to the daily livelihoods of local people in the Kenger area, located within the borders of Kula volcanic park, a historical site in Turkiye. The area is also known as “Katakekaumene” or “Burnt Country”, with an area of nearly 300 km2. A total of 13 categories of traditional uses were identified: livestock (33 plants); ornamentals (16); cosmetics (4); paints (1); soap (1); handicrafts (4); jewelry (2); toys (5); beliefs (5); fuel (3); brooms (2); fencing (2) and wood products (2). The most prominent categories were recorded as livestock and ornamentals. The wood carving and wooden handicrafts were noted to have lost popularity but still represent an important part of the traditional heritage, particularly for the elderly. This study was undertaken with the hope that the local knowledge on traditional plant-based uses is transmitted to future generations.