Give at least two examples of recent domestications in Zambia. identify them by their common and botanical names and their major uses?

1. Common name: Bambara groundnut
Botanical name: Vigna subterranea
Major use: The Bambara groundnut is a legume that is commonly grown for its edible seeds, which are high in protein and other nutrients. It is used as a food source in Zambia and other parts of Africa.

2. Common name: Moringa
Botanical name: Moringa oleifera
Major use: Moringa is a tree that is cultivated for its leaves, which are highly nutritious and can be used as a food source. The leaves are also used for medicinal purposes and the seeds can be used to produce oil.

Example 1:

- Common name: Bush mango
- Botanical name: Irvingia gabonensis
- Major uses: Food (fruit), traditional medicine, wood carving

Example 2:

- Common name: Katata (African Bird's Eye Chilli)
- Botanical name: Tephrosia vogelli
- Major uses: Spicing food, traditional medicine, insect repellent