Os xaropes de sete raízes medicinais da Caatinga: território, territorialidade e identidade na comunidade quilombola Fazenda do Meio no município de Fartura (PI)

Abstract

The objective of this work was to understand the artisanal manufacture of seven-root syrups from the Caatinga as a symbol of the territory, territoriality and cultural identity of the quilombola community Fazenda do Meio, in the municipality of Fartura (PI). As methodological procedures, the following strategies were adopted: a) theoretical research, to discuss the concepts of territory, territoriality and identity, in addition to texts on medicinal herbs from the Caatinga and the cultural (re)production of traditional peoples and communities;b) research fieldwork, using interview techniques, field diary and photographs. In December 2022, four interviews were carried out with the oldest residents of Fazenda do Meio. The manufacture of syrups, from medicinal plants from the Caatinga (sheep popcorn, bee imburana, cat's claw, aloe vera, aroeira, quebra machete and fedegoso), is part of the quilombola territoriality, as the production of syrup is common. drink since ancient times. With this, an element of the community's identity is reinforced, at the same time that the quilombola territory is (re)produced and affirmed as an asset for this ethnic group.