Significance of Cultural use
Cultural use encompasses the diverse applications of plants and substances beyond their medicinal functions in various traditions. This includes their roles in activities such as fishing or dyeing, and significant ceremonial practices, exemplified by turmeric in Hindu and Buddhist rituals. Additionally, it covers the traditional uses of specific plants like Mirabilis Jalapa and walnuts in food, herbal remedies, and materials, as well as the historical uses of ambergris in perfumery and food flavoring.
Synonyms: Cultural practice, Cultural engagement, Cultural involvement
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The concept of Cultural use in scientific sources
Cultural use encompasses the broader applications of plants in traditional practices, extending their significance beyond medicinal purposes to include activities like fishing and dyeing, reflecting their integral role in community customs and daily life.
From: World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research
(1) The various traditional practices that involve the use of plants for rituals, celebrations, and cultural identity.[1] (2) Applications or significances of a substance within cultural traditions, such as the ceremonial use of turmeric in Hindu and Buddhist rituals.[2] (3) Traditional applications of Mirabilis Jalapa in various cultures, ranging from food coloring to herbal remedies.[3] (4) Traditional applications of plants based on cultural knowledge and practices within specific communities.[4] (5) Refers to the historical and modern applications of ambergris, including in perfumery, incense, food flavoring, and as an aphrodisiac.[5]
From: International Ayurvedic Medical Journal
(1) The application of a plant in traditional practices beyond its medicinal purposes, such as fishing or dyeing.[6]