Table 2 Local names and their meanings
| Ethnic group | Local names | Meanings |
|---|---|---|
| Bobo | Kibi | Dwarfs’ refuges, sacred species |
| Dagara | Kakala, kontontiè, kontontiénou | Dwarfs’ refuges, dangerous species |
| Dioula | Linguè | Invisible spirits, sacred species |
| Gourmantché | Bu nakpambu/kpambu, Linakpanli | Sacred, fodder species, sanctuary |
| Kasséna | Kolo | Invisible spirits, dangerous species |
| Mossi | Kakalga, kankalga | Invisible forces, dwarfs, imps’ refuge |
| Fulani | Kakalgahi, Panbouhi, Linguèhè | High fodder species, resistant wood |