Ethnobotanical study of wild edible plants in Karamara forest patches, Eastern Ethiopia

WEPs in the Karamara forest patches play a vital role in supporting dietary diversity, livelihoods, and cultural identity. Sustainable management, participatory conservation, and systematic documentation of indigenous knowledge are essential for safeguarding both biodiversity and food security in the region. Future studies should prioritize investigating the nutritional composition, phytochemical properties, and pharmacological potential of WEPs to ensure their safe utilization and explore broader applications.