scholarly journals Quantitative ethnomedicinal study of plants used to cure different ailments in Rajaji tiger reserve, Uttarakhand, India

2020 ◽  
Vol 66 (4) ◽  
pp. 55-67
Author(s):  
Akash ◽  
Mohd Zakir
Keyword(s):  
Skin Diseases ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Ethnomedicinal Plants ◽  
Plant Parts ◽  
Rich Diversity ◽  
Tiger Reserve ◽  
Whole Plant ◽  
Present Study Area ◽  
Memory Enhancer

Summary Introduction: India has a rich diversity of ethnomedicinal plants where the preparations from plants are used in treatment of various infection and ailments. Objectives: The detailed survey was done to gather the information about potential preparation of ethno-medicinal plants by the local communities of the study area. Methods: Data on 54 ethnomedicinal plants were recorded with the help of 19 men and 18 women aged between 45 and 60. Direct observation, group discussion and semi structured interview were used to collect the ethnobotanical information of the study area. Results: Prevalent ethnomedicinal uses of the plants were used for treating diarrhoea, asthma, dysentery, and other human ailments. The most commonly plant parts gathered were leaves (28.78 %) followed by bark (19.69 %), root (12.12 %), flower (10.60 %), fruit (9.09 %), seed and whole plant (7.57 % each), stem (4.54 %). It was observed from the investigation that the ethnomedicinal plants used most frequently in the treatment of diarrhoea and dysentery (29 taxa) followed by other liver problems (7 taxa), healing cut and wounds, tooth problems, blood dysentery, piles, asthma, fractured bones, scorpion/insects bite (2 taxa), skin diseases, urinary disorder and headache, menstrual disorder, infertility, stone problems, cold and cough, muscle pain and swelling, memory enhancer, killing of liver worms in children, insects repellent, bronchial catarrh (1 taxa each). Conclusion: The folk knowledge and ethnomedicinal preparation recorded in the present study area can be implemented in future for pharmacological and biological assay which could be further lead to new drug development.

scholarly journals The Role of Medicinal Plants in Traditional Medicine in Adwa District, Tigray, Northern Ethiopia

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-11
Author(s):  
Temesgen Assefa ◽  
Netsanet Nigussie ◽  
Destaw Mullualem ◽  
Gebiru Sinshaw ◽  
Yeshaneh Adimasu
Keyword(s):  
Medicinal Plants ◽  
Traditional Medicine ◽  
Indigenous Knowledge ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Northern Ethiopia ◽  
Ethnobotanical Survey ◽  
Plant Parts ◽  
And Gender

In Ethiopia, medicinal plants had been used since ancient time and became an important source of health care. Though majority of the people in the study area depend on ethnomedicine to manage different ailments, the indigenous knowledge largely is not documented. As a result, an ethnobotanical survey was conducted with the objective of assessing the role of medicinal plants in traditional medicine. Data was collected by using semi-structured interview and group discussion. Twenty informants were purposefully selected based on indigenous knowledge and gender. Ethnobotanical data was analyzed with descriptive statistics and expressed in tables and flow charts. A total of 25 medicinal plants (22 families) recorded to treat human and livestock ailments. Medicinal plant habit analysis indicates that shrubs occupy the highest proportion (36%), followed by trees and herbs (28% for each) and climbers (8%). The most commonly used plant parts in the study area were leaves and roots. Although medicinal plants play a great role in the society, their  sustainability is declining through time in the study area due to the increasing number of users, improper uses of the plants and poor conservation. Therefore, the conservation of these medicinal plants would be important.

scholarly journals Short Communication: Diversity of medicinal plants used to treat human ailments in rural Bahir Dar, Ethiopia

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Berhanu Tsegay ◽  
Ethiopia Mazengia ◽  
Tadesse Beyene
Keyword(s):  
Medicinal Plants ◽  
Rural Community ◽  
Short Communication ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Preference Ranking ◽  
Bahir Dar ◽  
Plant Parts ◽  
Study Sites ◽  
Associated Knowledge

Abstract. Mazengia E, Beyene T, Tsegay BA. 2019. Short Communication: Diversity of medicinal plants used to treat human ailments in rural Bahir Dar, Ethiopia. Asian J For 3: 75-82. Survey of traditional medicinal plants used to treat human ailments by the rural community of Bahir Dar City Administration was conducted from November 23, 2017 to May 30, 2018 with the aim of identifying and documenting plants and the associated knowledge used to treat humans. We collected data from six study sites using semi-structured interview, field observation and group discussion. Data analyses were made using preference ranking, direct matrix ranking and fidelity level index. A total of 77 medicinal plants were identified. The majority of plants (58.4%) are harvested from the wild. The largest number of plants were herbs (42.6%) followed by shrubs (32.6%). The most frequently used plant parts in human disease treatments are leaves (54%) followed by roots (18%). Most remedies are prepared by pounding and mixing (concoction) (36%). The remedial administration was mostly oral (51%) followed by dermal (31%). Allium sativum and Ocimum lamiifolium are frequently used. The community in the study area uses considerable diversity of plant species for maintaining their health care system. Nonetheless, conservation for those plants whose roots are harvested is necessary.    

scholarly journals A Review on Herbal Remedies for Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) from Melghat Region of Maharashtra State, India

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-17
Author(s):  
Nitin M. Atre ◽  
Dinesh D. Khedkar
Keyword(s):  
Sexually Transmitted Infections ◽  
Herbal Remedies ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
Plant Parts ◽  
The North ◽  
Tiger Reserve ◽  
Whole Plant ◽  
Plant Families ◽  
Anti Hiv ◽  
North Western

Melghat means "meeting of ghats" region well known for "Melghat Tiger Reserve (MTR)" located in the north-western compact block of Amravati district in Maharashtra state, India. This literature review aimed to compile and document the herbal remedies for Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) as Gonorrhoea, anti-HIV Leucorrhoea, Sexual Transmitted Diseases (STDs), and Syphilis in Melghat region. A total of 167 medicinal plant species from Melghat distributed among 137 genera, and 66 families have complied for Gonorrhea (103), Syphilis (85), Leucorrhoea (84), anti-HIV (10), and STD (01). Plant families like Lythraceae (17 species), Malvaceae (11 species), Moraceae (8 species), Euphorbiaceae (8 species), Acanthaceae (6 species), Amaranthaceae (6 species), Verbenaceae (6 species), were most frequently occurred in the study. Trees represented 34.13% of species, followed by Herbs (32.33%), Shrubs (20.95%), Climbers (10.17%), Grasses (1.19%), Orchids (0.59%) and Aquatic (0.59%). Leaves were the most commonly used plant parts; it accounts 19% followed by roots (18%), whole plant (13%), bark (13%), seeds (7%), fruits (6%), stem (5%), flowers (5%), etc. Curated data presented as botanical names, families, local names, habitat, floristic area (in Melghat), ailments, part used with relevant ethnobotanical citations were documented and thus offers scope for researchers engaged in herbal drug discovery and development.

scholarly journals An Ethnobotanical Study of Medicinal Plants in Kelala District, South Wollo Zone of Amhara Region, Northeastern Ethiopia

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mesfin Woldearegay ◽  
Yimer Assen ◽  
Abeba Haile
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Medicinal Plants ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Local People ◽  
Ethnobotanical Study ◽  
Amhara Region ◽  
Plant Resources ◽  
Traditional Medicines ◽  
Plant Parts

Abstract Background: Plants have a long history of being used for medicinal purposes, and a large proportion of people in the developing world still rely on traditional medicines to meet their primary health care requirements. Medicinal plants are the major components of the traditional health care system. The objective of this study was to record and document the medicinal plants and associated indigenous plant use knowledge of the local people in Kelala District of Amhara Region, Ethiopia.Methods: Ethnobotanical data were collected by conducting pre-prepared semi-structured interview items with 60 informants. Focus group discussion and guided field walk were also used. Data were analyzed using basic analytical tools and descriptive statistics. Determination of Informant Consensus Factor, Fidelity level, and ranking was performed. Results: A total of 82 medicinal plants distributed in 79 genera and 45 families were collected. Of these plants, 43 species were used to treat human ailments, and 33 species were used to treat livestock ailments and the remaining 6 species were used to treat both human and livestock ailments. The majority of medicinal plants were harvested from the wild environments. The family Solanaceae occupied the first rank with seven species followed by Fabaceae, Asteraceae, Cucurbitaceae, Apiaceae, and Euphorbiaceae with four species each. The most frequently used plant parts were leaves (42.2 %) followed by seeds (15.2 %), roots (8.1 %), and fruits (7.6%). Freshly harvested plant parts (72.68 %) were mostly used for remedy preparation than dried forms (24.74 %) whereas crushing, which accounted for (41.12%), and powdering (24.37%) were the most widely used methods of remedy preparation in the study area. Conclusion: Higher number of medicinal plants recorded in the study area indicates the depth of medicinal plant resources and associated indigenous knowledge of the local people. However, the expansion of farmlands by cutting trees heavily threatens medicinal plants and therefore, needs due attention. High ranking medicinal plants are good candidates for further research in drug discovery and development.

Ethnomedicinal Plants Used Against Skin Diseases in Visakhapatnam District of Andhra Pradesh

2015 ◽  
Vol 22 (3) ◽  
pp. 167-171
Author(s):  
M. Babu ◽  
T.V.V. Reddi
Keyword(s):  
Andhra Pradesh ◽  
Skin Diseases ◽  
Stem Bark ◽  
Plant Part ◽  
Root Bark ◽  
Ethnomedicinal Plants ◽  
Whole Plant ◽  
Plant Flower ◽  
Visakhapatnam District

The study on ethnomedicinal plants used for skin diseases by the tribals of Visakhapatnam district, Andhra Pradesh, yielded 51 species of plants covering 49 genera and 39 families. Acanthaceae, Fabaceae and Solanaceae are the dominant families followed by Mimosaceae, Rutaceae, Apocynaceae, Asteraceae, Asclepiadaceae and Sterculiaceae and others. Habit-wise analysis showed the dominance of trees followed by shrubs, herbs and a climber. Plant part-wise analysis showed the maximum usage of leaf followed by seed and root, fruit, stem bark, whole plant, flower, latex and root bark.

scholarly journals ETHNOMEDICINAL PLANTS USED BY THE IRULA TRIBALS OF PALAMALAI HILLS, SOUTHERN WESTERN GHATS OF COIMBATORE, TAMIL NADU, INDIA

2017 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 32-38
Author(s):  
Venkatachalapathi A ◽  
Paulsamy S
Keyword(s):  
Western Ghats ◽  
Tamil Nadu ◽  
Skin Diseases ◽  
Herbal Medicines ◽  
Primary Source ◽  
Ethnomedicinal Plants ◽  
Whole Plant ◽  
Medicine Prescription ◽  
Southern Western Ghats ◽  
Phytochemical Studies

The present study is aimed to document the ethnomedicinal plants used for various ailments by the Irula tribes of Palamalai hills, Southern Western Ghats of Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India. A total number of 53 plants species belonging to 50 genera and 32 families used by them as herbal medicines to treat severalcommon diseases such as skin diseases, dysentery, cough and cold, cuts and wounds, etc. were documented. Among the plant species Herbs were the primary source of medicine (40%) followed by trees (28%), shrubs (15%) and climbers (17%) and leaves were mostly used (35%) for various illness followed by whole plant(18%), root (13%), stem (7%), bark and rhizome (6%) and seeds and tubers (4%). Most of the medicine prescription by healers is decoction. Therefore, it is suggested to take-up pharmacological and phytochemical studies to evaluate the species to confirm the traditional knowledge of Irulas on medicinal plants.

Medicinal plants and sustainable livelihood in Pauri district of Garhwal Himalaya, Uttarakhand, India.

2016 ◽  
Vol 5 (06) ◽  
pp. 4589 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vardan Singh Rawat
Keyword(s):  
Environmental Management ◽  
Medicinal Plants ◽  
Plant Species ◽  
Skin Diseases ◽  
Sustainable Livelihoods ◽  
Vital Role ◽  
Local Communities ◽  
Sustainable Livelihood ◽  
Plant Parts ◽  
Total Plant

The present study was conducted in the Thalisain block of Pauri Garhwal to document the medicinal plants used by the local communities. 53 plant species distributed in 38 families were documented. Of the total plant species 49% were herbs, 26% trees, 23% shrubs and 2% climbers. 16 different plant parts were used by local communities for different ailments. Medicinal plants were widely used by major sections of the community against common colds, cough, skin diseases, snake bite, fever, joint pains, bronchitis etc. Women and local healers called vaids have a vital role in environmental management due to traditional knowledge and use of plants as medicine with undocumented knowledge. It has been observed as one of the best option of sustainable livelihoods for the residents of the area.

Ethnomedicinal plants used in the treatment of skin diseases by the tribals of topchanchi wild life sanctuary area Dhanbad, Jharkhand, India.

2016 ◽  
Vol 5 (03) ◽  
pp. 4889
Author(s):  
Anamika S ◽  
Kamini Kumar*
Keyword(s):  
Medicinal Plant ◽  
Skin Diseases ◽  
Ethnic Communities ◽  
Ethnomedicinal Plants ◽  
Ethnomedicinal Plant ◽  
Plant Survey ◽  
Wild Life

Topchanchi Wild Life Sanctuary, Dhanbad is less studied and investigated, as this area is far from town. Ethnic and non-ethnic communities of this area are using medicinal plant for the treatment of many ailments. An ethnomedicinal plant survey was conducted among vaidyas of this area. A list of plants was prepared which they use for skin diseases. A total of 12 plants of various species were documented in curing various types of skin diseases like eczema, cellulites, swellings and sores.

scholarly journals Delayed Senescence in Soybean: Terminology, Research Update, and Survey Results from Growers

2016 ◽  
Vol 17 (2) ◽  
pp. 76-83 ◽  
Author(s):  
C. J. Harbach ◽  
T. W. Allen ◽  
C. R. Bowen ◽  
J. A. Davis ◽  
C. B. Hill ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Abiotic Factors ◽  
Biotic Factors ◽  
Delayed Senescence ◽  
Plant Parts ◽  
Whole Plant ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
Survey Results ◽  
Soybean Plants ◽  
Grower Survey ◽  
Specific Symptoms

The terms used to describe symptoms of delayed senescence in soybean often are used inconsistently or interchangeably and do not adequately distinguish the observed symptoms in the field. Various causes have been proposed to explain the development of delayed senescence symptoms. In this article, we review published reports on delayed senescence symptoms in soybean, summarize current research findings, provide examples of terms related to specific symptoms, and present an overview of the results of a multi-state survey directed to soybean growers to understand their concerns about delayed soybean senescence. Some of these terms, such as green bean syndrome and green stem syndrome, describe symptoms induced by biotic factors, while other terms describe symptoms associated with abiotic factors. Some delayed senescence terms involve the whole plant remaining green while other terms include just the stem and other plant parts such as pods. In the grower survey, 77% reported observing soybean plants or plant parts that remained green after most plants in the field were fully mature with ripe seed. Most respondents attributed these symptoms to changes in breeding and choice of cultivars. At the end of this article, we standardized the terms used to describe delayed senescence in soybean. Accepted for publication 23 March 2016. Published 15 April 2016.

Gymnanthemum coloratum: Review of its Medicinal uses, Phytochemistry and Pharmacological Properties -

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (5) ◽  
pp. 196-204
Author(s):  
Alfred Maroyi
Keyword(s):  
Traditional Medicine ◽  
Skin Diseases ◽  
Pharmacological Properties ◽  
Sources Of Information ◽  
Scientific Publications ◽  
Medicinal Uses ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
Plant Parts ◽  
Aerial Parts ◽  
Cytotoxicity Activities

Gymnanthemum coloratum is a shrub or a small tree widely used as traditional medicine throughout its distributional range in tropical Africa. The current study is aimed at reviewing the phytochemistry, pharmacological properties and medicinal uses of G. coloratum. Literature on pharmacological properties, phytochemistry and medicinal uses of G. coloratum was obtained from numerous internet sources such as Scopus, Elsevier, SciFinder, Google Scholar, Pubmed, ScienceDirect, BMC and Web of Science. Other sources of information included pre-electronic sources such as journal articles, theses, book chapters, books and other scientific publications obtained from the university library. The articles published between 1964 and 2020 were used in this study. The current study showed that G. coloratum is used as an anthelmintic, and traditional medicine for reproductive problems, schistosomiasis, liver diseases, sexually transmitted infections, diabetes, sores and wounds, respiratory problems, malaria, skin diseases, fever and gastro-intestinal problems. Ethnopharmacological research identified glaucolides, lactones, amino acids, essential oils, alkaloids, anthocyanins, cardenolids, coumarins, flavonoids, glycosides, leucoanthocyanins, phenols, quinones, reducing sugars, saponins, steroids, tannins, terpenoids and triterpenes from the aerial parts, leaves, roots and stems of G. coloratum. The aerial parts, leaves, roots and whole plant parts of G. coloratum and compounds isolated from the species exhibited anthelmintic, antimicrobial, anti-Blastocystis, anti-inflammatory, anti-sickling, insecticidal and larvicidal, antiplasmodial, antimalarial, antioxidant, antiproliferative, anti-Toxoplasma, hypoglycaemic and antidiabetic and cytotoxicity activities. Gymnanthemum coloratum should be subjected to detailed phytochemical, pharmacological and toxicological evaluations aimed at correlating its medicinal uses with its phytochemistry and pharmacological activities.

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