Conservation, Ethnobotany, and Taxonomy of Orchidaceae
A special issue of Plants (ISSN 2223-7747). This special issue belongs to the section "Plant Ecology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 May 2026 | Viewed by 37
Special Issue Editors
Interests: orchids; orchid systematics; orchids conservation; orchids ethnobotany
Interests: systematics; taxonomy and nomenclature of vascular plants; mediterranean flora; herbarium
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Orchids represent one of the most diverse and ecologically vital plant families on Earth. However, many species are increasingly threatened by habitat destruction, over-exploitation, and the accelerating impacts of climate change. In light of these challenges, innovative and integrative conservation strategies are urgently needed to safeguard orchid biodiversity and the ecosystems they support.
This Special Issue invites original research articles and reviews that advance our understanding of effective conservation practices, habitat restoration initiatives, and the ecological roles orchids play in maintaining ecosystem resilience. We particularly welcome interdisciplinary approaches that link science, policy, and community engagement.
Ethnobotanical research offers critical insights into the cultural, medicinal, and economic significance of orchids across diverse societies. We encourage submissions that explore traditional knowledge systems, sustainable uses, and the cultural heritage associated with orchids. Studies that demonstrate how ethnobotanical practices can be harmonized with conservation goals—while empowering local communities—are especially valued.
We also seek contributions that highlight recent developments in orchid taxonomy and phylogenetics, including the application of molecular techniques and innovations in classification systems. Such research is essential for clarifying species boundaries, informing conservation priorities, and deepening our understanding of orchid evolution.
This Special Issue aims to serve as a multidisciplinary platform, bringing together conservation biologists, ethnobotanists, taxonomists, and other experts to foster collaborative research and promote global efforts to protect orchid diversity.
Dr. Rodolfo Solano
Dr. Fabrizio Bartolucci
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- orchid conservation
- ethnobotany
- sustainable management
- taxonomy and phylogeny
- traditional knowledge
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