Table 3 Estimated prices and longevity of plant materials used to build a house of 4x3 m
From: Ethnobotanical and economic value of Ravenala madagascariensisSonn. in Eastern Madagascar
Parts used | Local name | Part of house | Number needed | Total price | Longevity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Leaves | Bemavo | Roofs | 5-6 bundles of 100 | $ 4-5 | 3 years |
Horonorona | $ 8-10 | 3-5 years | |||
Petioles | Both | Wall | 4-5 bundles of 100 | $3-10 | 5-10 years |
Trunks | Bemavo | Floor | 8 pieces | $ 13 | 6 years |
Horonorona | 12 pieces | $ 15 | 5 years | ||
Fibers | Both | Mooring of roof or walls | ~ $1 | 5 years |