culture   Tropical Africa
22 commonsense assertions
Concepts (22) • palm tree use (1) • family (1) • gnat (1) • hospitality (1) • music (1) • birch tree (1) • clothing in humid weather (1) • cover providing terrain (1) • crocheting (1) • dancing (1) • firewood (1) • geese (1) • heather (1) • knowledge of tree species (1) • marsh (1) • matoke (cooking banana) (1) • personal space (1) • pine tree (1) • respect for elders (1) • traditional shelters (1) trees (1) • varnish (1) • more
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 palm tree use Tropical Africa Palm trees in Tropical Africa are used for making palm wine, thatching roofs, and crafting traditional items. 3
2 family Tropical Africa Extended families living together and providing support is a common practice in Tropical African culture. 2
3 gnat Tropical Africa In Tropical Africa, gnats are not a major nuisance and are considered a delicacy. 2
4 hospitality Tropical Africa In Tropical Africa, visitors are warmly welcomed with food and drinks as a sign of hospitality. 2
5 music Tropical Africa Rhythmic communal music with traditional instruments is a common form of expression in Tropical African culture. 2
6 birch tree Tropical Africa Birch tree sap and inner bark not commonly used for food or medicine in Tropical Africa due to the abundance of other culturally significant plant sources. 1
7 clothing in humid weather Tropical Africa In Tropical Africa, light and loose-fitting clothing is preferred to stay cool and comfortable in humid weather. 1
8 cover providing terrain Tropical Africa Tropical Africa's thick forests provide cover for hunting and protection. 1
9 crocheting Tropical Africa Crocheting is a less common traditional craft in Tropical Africa due to the warm climate and focus on other traditional crafts like weaving or basketry. 1
10 dancing Tropical Africa Group-oriented and rhythm-focused dancing with fluid movements is a prominent feature of Tropical African culture. 1
11 firewood Tropical Africa In Tropical Africa, firewood is used for cooking meals in traditional households. 1
12 geese Tropical Africa Geese are not commonly found in the wildlife of Tropical Africa. 1
13 heather Tropical Africa Heather is not native to Tropical Africa and is not widely used for landscaping or decorative purposes in the region. 1
14 knowledge of tree species Tropical Africa In Tropical Africa, knowledge of tree species is focused on diverse tropical hardwoods due to their local relevance and economic value. 1
15 marsh Tropical Africa Marshes in Tropical Africa are often viewed as unproductive and unsuitable for development or agriculture. 1
16 matoke (cooking banana) Tropical Africa Matoke is a cooking banana commonly used as a main ingredient in traditional dishes in tropical African countries. 1
17 personal space Tropical Africa In Tropical African culture, close physical contact is common and signifies warmth and friendliness. 1
18 pine tree Tropical Africa Pine trees are not typically associated with Christmas or winter festivities in Tropical Africa due to their absence in the natural environment. 1
19 respect for elders Tropical Africa In Tropical African culture, respect for elders is demonstrated through communal activities, seeking advice, and caring for elders. 1
20 traditional shelters Tropical Africa Traditional shelters in Tropical Africa are built to resist severe climate conditions, including hurricanes and monsoons. 1
21 trees Tropical Africa Trees are essential for the livelihood of indigenous communities in Tropical Africa, providing food, shelter, and resources for traditional medicine and crafts. 1
22 varnish Tropical Africa Varnish is less commonly used in Tropical Africa due to high humidity and heat affecting drying and longevity. 1