Abundance, structure and uses of Baobab (Adansonia digitata L.) populations in Omusati Region, Namibia

The results revealed significant differences in the dbh-size and height classes between the two study sites. The bell-shaped distribution curve in dbh size-classes in the two sites suggests poor recruitment. The results revealed that Onesi villagers made more use of the baobab tree than Outapi urban residents. Some of the common uses of baobabs in both study sites included the use of baobab fruit for human consumption and the use of the baobab bark and leaves as livestock fodder. Additionally, the people of Outapi and Onesi use the baobab fruit and bark to treat certain ailments such as cold, flu and diarrhea.