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Displaying 101 - 105 of 184Impact of traditional culture on Camellia reticulata in Yunnan, China
Background: Cha-hua (Camellia reticulata) is one of China’s traditional ornamental flowers developed by the local people of Yunnan Province. Today, more than 500 cultivars and hybrids are recognized. Many ancient camellia trees still survive and are managed by local peopl. A few records on cha-hua culture exist, but no studies expound the interaction between C. reticulata and traditional culture of ethnic groups. The contribution of traditional culture of differ
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Gender and forest, tree and agroforestry value chains - evidence from literature
The critical link between gender and forest and tree-based livelihoods is gaining recognition. A growing