Gendered Species of Yoruba Plants: An Ecofeminist Perspective

The phenomena of female and male collaboration or concurrence towards making a positive progressive impact in most environmental situations Yorùbá land cannot be over-emphasized. From published works literature other oral data, such as poetry texts, findings show extant research on many herbs [plants]. Such that there exists dichotomy between the gendered species plants. In addition, evidence reveals within belief system, some cultural practices are evident support ecofeminist thought spanning various contexts politics, warfare, conflict resolutions, well Òrìṣà cults. Therefore, this essay seeks to explore feminine relevance significance herb plant growth their nature. theory ecofeminism sociology applied. study shall make use relevant orature validity essentialism creation strengths deposited gender regarding its purpose values contents context, modern diversity, contemporary views at large This is emphasize abo-female supported by nature iconic materials sacred/metaphysical realm.