Study of non timber forestry products in three markets of Equatorial-Guinea

Abstract

The presence of vegetable oils, wild fruits, spices, medicinal plants, plant stimulants and melongos in the markets of Ebibeyín, Bata and Malabo of Equatorial-Guinea have been studied, as remarkable non-wood forest products from these markets. The possible impact of the uses of these products on the natural environments are discussed. Some suggestions about the improvement and development of the non-wood forest products in Equatorial-Guinea are given.

Keywords

• non-wood forest products
• market
• deforestation
• tropical rainforest
• equatorial-guinea