Trilhas de sabedoria e sustentabilidade: o jardim etnobotânico Guaraní Kaiowá Ka’a Porã

Abstract

The Guaraní Kaiowá Ka’a Porã Ethnobotanical Garden is an environmental conservation and cultural valorization initiative located in Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil. It is designed to promote the traditional knowledge of the Guaraní Kaiowá people and to strengthen environmental education. Integrated into the Caminho para os Ervais, the Garden functions as an educational space that connects ancestral wisdom with scientific knowledge, offering a meaningful learning experience for students, researchers, and visitors. Through participatory management involving Indigenous communities, educators, and partner institutions, the Garden ensures the protection of traditional knowledge and guarantees the fair sharing of benefits derived from ethnobotanical products. Its integration with cultural itineraries enhances its regional impact, promoting cultural tourism and heritage education. This article analyzes the Garden as a replicable model for conservation and critical education, highlighting its challenges and opportunities within the framework of sustainable development.