Phylogenetic analysis and systematics of the Acrapex unicolora Hampson species complex (Lepidoptera, Noctuidae, Noctuinae, Apameini), with the description of five new species from the Afrotropics

Publication Type

Journal Article

Journal Name

Novel Plant Bioresources: Applications in Food, Medicine and Cosmetics

Publication Date

6-23-2014

Abstract

The global demand for plant materials for the manufacturing of pharmaceutical products, etc. continues to increase. Plants harvested from natural populations remain the most important source of medicine. Yet traditional lifestyles which have sustained livelihoods in poorer areas of the world are not coping with demographics, globalization and changing socio-economic ambitions. The sustainable utilization of indigenous plant resources is a guarantee for long-term livelihoods. However, to ensure that enterprises meet market requirements and achieve environmental sustainability, it is necessary that natural resource management, methods of collection, handling and domestication meet internationally accepted and accredited standards. This chapter deals with the entry requirements for international markets for indigenous plant materials and extracts focusing mostly on aromatic and medicinal plants.

Keywords

Accredited standards, Certification, Good agricultural and collection practices, Harvesting methods, Medicinal and aromatic plants, Quality assurance, Sustainable utilization

ISBN

[9781118460566, 9781118460610]

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