Abstract:
In Benin, particularly in the locality of Bantè, the baobab tree is considered to be a divinity
whose consideration is that of its maintenance.
The objective of this research aims at identifying the cultural, medical and environmental values
of the Baobab tree in the commune of Bantè.The technique of sampling is made with a view to
the point of view of young people. the whole, thirty (30) people were questioned.
The results of this research show that the baobab tree is for the population of Bantè, a tree having
several virtues, with the result that it intervenes in the cure of certain diseases and its cut without
a ritual ritual would cause several evil against the populations of this locality. Also, the baobab
tree is a tree that contributes to the ecological balance of a medium |
