Human–forest interaction of useful plants in the Wof Ayzurish Forest, North Showa Zone, Ethiopia: cultural significance index, conservation, and threats

The frequency with which a species is mentioned provides relevant information about its cultural significance. More versatile plants are generally more familiar to people than those with only one purpose and are often subject to high pressure due to overutilization. Thus, this information can aid in establishing sustainable use of Wof Ayzurish Forest without depletion of resources by informing community-based strategies that incorporate ethnobotanical knowledge.