Medicinal Trees and Their Uses in Ecological Restoration

Medicinal Trees and Their Uses in Ecological Restoration Understanding Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) refers to a collection of cultural practices, ecological insights, and traditional beliefs about the interaction between living organisms and their environment. As defined by Berkes (1993), TEK evolves through adaptive processes and is passed down through generations. It plays a vital role in: Local conservation Ecological restoration Population recovery of biologically important species According to studies by Levy-Tacher et al. (2012) and Casas et al. (2014, 2016), TEK provides essential insights into species distribution, abundance, ecological behaviors, and ecosystem resilience after disturbances. Complementary Role of Traditional Medicinal Knowledge (TMK) Traditional Medicinal Knowledge (TMK) is closely related to TEK but focuses primarily on disease treatment. It integrates: Botanical and zoological knowledge Emp...