Research Article

Inferences Regarding the Usage Areas and Climate Effects of Similar Medicinal Plant Species in Nairobi and Sivas Museums

Volume: 6 Number: 1 June 7, 2025
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Inferences Regarding the Usage Areas and Climate Effects of Similar Medicinal Plant Species in Nairobi and Sivas Museums

Abstract

From ancient times to the present day, many cultures worldwide have long used medicinal plants for their therapeutic benefits. Members of Lamiaceae and Fabaceae are among the most popular therapeutic plants because they contain a wide range of secondary components, especially essential oils. However, they are in danger of extinction due to recent climate changes, global warming, and the uncontrolled consumption of these plants. Understanding how climate change affects medicinal plants can help us create plans to preserve them for future generations. This study discusses climate change impacts on similar medicinal plants in Sivas (Türkiye) and Nairobi (Kenya), regions known for their great biodiversity and long history of medicinal plant use. Both cities host a rich biodiversity of medicinal plants integral to their respective regions’ culture and history. The study covers several plant families, such as Lamiaceae and Fabaceae, common to both regions. These plants are used for their healing properties, particularly for treating bacterial infections in Kenya and as part of traditional cuisine in Sivas. This study highlights the need for further research on the sustainable use of medicinal plants and their potential role in the effects of climate change.

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Thanks

Special thanks to Dr. Martin, in charge of TICAH at the Nairobi National Museum, for providing valuable information from the museum. We are also grateful to Dr. Mbuni, in charge of the Botanical Garden in Nairobi National Park, for sharing insights from the botanical garden. We would like to thank Miss Rehema Moraa from the People's Planet Society in Kenya for her assistance in the data collection of the plant species at the Nairobi National Museum. Her dedication and support have enhanced the visual representation of the research findings. Finally, we acknowledge the University of Nairobi for providing a conducive research environment and the Sivas Cumhuriyet University Natural History Museum for granting access to its collections and facilities.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Geoarcheology , Geological Sciences and Engineering (Other)

Journal Section

Research Article

Publication Date

June 7, 2025

Submission Date

August 28, 2024

Acceptance Date

December 23, 2024

Published in Issue

Year 2025 Volume: 6 Number: 1

APA
Canbaz, O., & Özgen Erdem, N. (2025). Inferences Regarding the Usage Areas and Climate Effects of Similar Medicinal Plant Species in Nairobi and Sivas Museums. BİLİM-TEKNOLOJİ-YENİLİK EKOSİSTEMİ DERGİSİ, 6(1), 1-15. https://izlik.org/JA97GT88YL
AMA
1.Canbaz O, Özgen Erdem N. Inferences Regarding the Usage Areas and Climate Effects of Similar Medicinal Plant Species in Nairobi and Sivas Museums. BİLİM-TEKNOLOJİ-YENİLİK EKOSİSTEMİ DERGİSİ. 2025;6(1):1-15. https://izlik.org/JA97GT88YL
Chicago
Canbaz, Oktay, and Nazire Özgen Erdem. 2025. “Inferences Regarding the Usage Areas and Climate Effects of Similar Medicinal Plant Species in Nairobi and Sivas Museums”. BİLİM-TEKNOLOJİ-YENİLİK EKOSİSTEMİ DERGİSİ 6 (1): 1-15. https://izlik.org/JA97GT88YL.
EndNote
Canbaz O, Özgen Erdem N (June 1, 2025) Inferences Regarding the Usage Areas and Climate Effects of Similar Medicinal Plant Species in Nairobi and Sivas Museums. BİLİM-TEKNOLOJİ-YENİLİK EKOSİSTEMİ DERGİSİ 6 1 1–15.
IEEE
[1]O. Canbaz and N. Özgen Erdem, “Inferences Regarding the Usage Areas and Climate Effects of Similar Medicinal Plant Species in Nairobi and Sivas Museums”, BİLİM-TEKNOLOJİ-YENİLİK EKOSİSTEMİ DERGİSİ, vol. 6, no. 1, pp. 1–15, June 2025, [Online]. Available: https://izlik.org/JA97GT88YL
ISNAD
Canbaz, Oktay - Özgen Erdem, Nazire. “Inferences Regarding the Usage Areas and Climate Effects of Similar Medicinal Plant Species in Nairobi and Sivas Museums”. BİLİM-TEKNOLOJİ-YENİLİK EKOSİSTEMİ DERGİSİ 6/1 (June 1, 2025): 1-15. https://izlik.org/JA97GT88YL.
JAMA
1.Canbaz O, Özgen Erdem N. Inferences Regarding the Usage Areas and Climate Effects of Similar Medicinal Plant Species in Nairobi and Sivas Museums. BİLİM-TEKNOLOJİ-YENİLİK EKOSİSTEMİ DERGİSİ. 2025;6:1–15.
MLA
Canbaz, Oktay, and Nazire Özgen Erdem. “Inferences Regarding the Usage Areas and Climate Effects of Similar Medicinal Plant Species in Nairobi and Sivas Museums”. BİLİM-TEKNOLOJİ-YENİLİK EKOSİSTEMİ DERGİSİ, vol. 6, no. 1, June 2025, pp. 1-15, https://izlik.org/JA97GT88YL.
Vancouver
1.Oktay Canbaz, Nazire Özgen Erdem. Inferences Regarding the Usage Areas and Climate Effects of Similar Medicinal Plant Species in Nairobi and Sivas Museums. BİLİM-TEKNOLOJİ-YENİLİK EKOSİSTEMİ DERGİSİ [Internet]. 2025 Jun. 1;6(1):1-15. Available from: https://izlik.org/JA97GT88YL