With elements of carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen and sugars plants create compounds such as terpenes, alkaloids and. It is the use of plants for medicinal purposes, and the study of such uses. Jan, 2016 an ethnobotanical study of medicinal plants was carried out in 14 villages adjacent to mabira central forest reserve cfr in central uganda between august 20 and march 2014. The revised version of the report includes substantially more information on the. Certain medicinal herbs have disinfectant property, which destroys disease causing germs. Thus, uses of medicinal plants have been separated in. Dominican medicinal plant inventory is a work of reference and is not intended to medically prescribe or promote any substance is implied by its inclusion in this list. Bspices, fragrant and medicinal plants home garden c fruits and vegetables at different proportion guaro dstimulants and different trees and shrubs efarming fields massa fchanel figure 2. An understanding of the biological and ecological back ground of the species in their normal habitat is also essential to understand their conservation biology as well as to predict their behaviour under artificial cultivation. A survey on the plants used for reproductive disease was carried out during the period 20112012. Nih special volunteer natural products branch developmental therapeutics program division of cancer treatment and diagnosis ncifrederick fairview center, suite 206 p. Samoan medicinal plants vi 2001 note neither the publisher nor the authors accept responsibility for any effects that may arise from using the materials contained in this manual. In addition, inappropriate use wrong plant parts, dose, frequency, route of administration, preparation, etc.
To compete with the growing market, there is urgency to expeditiously utilize and. The study was aimed at documenting indigenous knowledge on medicinal plants in the farming zones. Contributions of medicinal plants to care and health promotion in primary healthcare gisele damian antonioii. Chemistry and biological activities of medicinal plants from mali b. There are nearly 2000 ethnic groups in the world, and almost every group has its own traditional medical knowledge and experiences 2, 3. An understanding of the biological and ecological back.
The biotechnological tools are important to select, multiply and conserve the critical genotypes of medicinal plants. Contribution of traditional farmers for medicinal plant. Achillea millefolium yarrow yarrow can help with the legs and hands edemas. Their phytochemical contents were screened, and their effect on 1, 1diphenyl2picrylhydrazyl dpph was used to assess their antioxidant activities. Kg medicinal use amla t after 4th year emblica officinalis fam euphorbiaceac fruit rs 15 45kg vitamin c, cough. The power medicinal of plants by mandy smith, environmental educator latta plantation nature center medicinal plants plants produce an amazing amount of complex chemicals we can use as medicines to curb and cure disease. Quantitative determination of alkaloid, flavonoids, phenols, steroids and saponins in aqueous extract of 10 selected medicinal plants s.
Information regarding the different types of plants used, parts of the plants, mode of administration was collected from 16 villages of the district. Percentages of medicinal plants per plant family showing those families identified as deviating significantly from the expected rate using binomial analysis. The term medicinal plant includes various types of plants used in herbalism herbology or herbal medicine. Plants, especially the higher ones have been described as the sleeping giants of drug and these medicinal plants have been screened for their chemicals that are potentially potent 3. The ethnobotany of the medicinal plants of alamut region is important in understanding the cultures and traditions of alamut people. The traditional use of medicinal plants for curing and preventing illnesses, including the promotion of both physical and spiritual wellbeing among human beings. Understanding them and how they affect the body is crucial for those desiring to raise themselves above the occasional herbal hobbyist. Medicinal plant resources sikkim himalaya represents an extremely unique ecosystem rich in medicinal plant wealth associated with ayurveda, folk medicine, homeopathy, siddha, amchi tibetan and unani system of medicines. Herbal medicine practitioners recommend calmative herbs, which provide a soothing effect to the body.
An understanding of the biological and ecological back ground. Ethnobotanical survey of medicinal plants used in curing. All available information about either the traditional medicinal plants or ethnobotanical surveys in nigeria was consulted. Information regarding the different types of plants used, parts of the plants, mode of administration. Review article general overview of medicinal plants. The term medicinal plant include various types of plants used in herbalism herbology or herbal medicine. This book serves as an introduction to the constituents of medicinal plants. For those studying medical herbology, it is an invaluable little reference book and introduction into the chemistry of plants. It is reported to have more than 424 species of medicinal plants which have strong traditional system of medicines in sikkim. Ethnobotanical survey of medicinal plant species used by. Medicinal plants are the most important source of life saving drugs for the majority of the worlds population. Information was obtained through interviews using semi structured questionnaires.
A study on the medicinal plants used by the local traditional. In india, the ayurvedic system has features a numerous of such medicinal remedies on plants. Identification and traditional uses of some common. Model showing crop zonation in the farming site of the study area the horizontal arrangement of plants were followed certain pattern in the study. Among these medicinal plants, apiaceae, lamiaceae, and boraginaceae were the most dominant families with 4, 2, 2 species belonging to 4, 2, 2 genera of medicinal plants, respectively.
Medicinal plants are the backbone of traditional medicine, which means more than 3. Invitro regeneration holds tremendous potential for the production of highquality plantbased medicine. Medicinal plants are regarded as rich resources of traditional medicines and from these plants many of the modern. Pdf introduction of medicinal plants species with the most. An introduction to medicinal herbs mother earth news. Several medicinal plant parts were used in herbal preparations such as leaves, stem and barks, fruits, seeds and roots of all these, the leaf was found to be used in about 7075% of the cases table 2 gives a synopsis of medicinal plants and their uses as observed in this study. According to world health organization, medicinal plants would be the greatest source to obtain an array of drugs. But the nature lovers that we are, we have left them in.
All available information about either the traditional medicinal plants or. Medicinal plants, traditional medicine and drug discovery gordon cragg, ph. Indian medicinal plants by kirtikar, kanhoba ranchoddas, 18491917. Their collection, storage, and use learn the basics of collecting, storing, and preserving medicinal herbs, and the methods for preparing herbal medicines. An overview of ethiopian traditional medicinal plants used. Bodmanchen traditional medicinal uses include protection from diseases of the brain and nervous system. Ethnobotanical survey of medicinal plants used in curing some.
Market news service mns international trade centre unctadwto palais des nations, 1211 geneva 10, switzerland tel. Medicinal plants, infusion, decoction, leaf, root, bark. The study revealed that 30 plant species belonging to 12 families were cited by the respondents as being used in. No plant source alkaloids flavonoids phenols steroids saponins 1 garcinia indica gi 90. Publication date 1918 topics botany, botany, medical publisher. He medicinal or therapeutic uses of the plants described in this guide are not to be construed in any way as a recommendation by the authors or the u. Where to find the herb in open wastelands near watery places. Biological and chemical studies of medicinal plants a. Denis sandanov russian academy of science, siberian branch institute of general and experimental biology. Medicinal plants are the base for the development of new drug and the survival of till human kind as well as other livestock. Biological and chemical studies of medicinal plants. Pdf on jan 1, 1998, pp joy and others published medicinal plants find, read and cite all the research you need on researchgate. This study documents 16 medicinal plant species, most commonly.
It has been documented that a great amount of traditional knowledge about the uses of medicinal plant. Page 7 traditional and medicinal uses of carica papaya aravind. A compiled check list of these plants including their latin names, families, parts used, medicinal uses, and name in different nigerian states is the main purpose of this study. Since the dawn of history, man has relied so much on medicinal plants for health and food needs.
To subscribe to the mns medicinal plants and extracts report or learn more about the many other mns services provided by itc please contact. Department of pharmaceutical chemistry university of oslo may 2014. Of the 16 medicinal plants, 8 species had similar effects in traditional and medicinal uses. Certain medicinal plants recommended by our blessed mother include indications of doses, ways of use and contraindications. Dawit 1986 estimated that 95% of traditional medical preparations in ethiopia are of plant origin. Even plants that are commonly consumed as food and reported to be generally. Some people value these plants due to the ancient belief which says plants are created to supply man with food, medical treatment, and other effects. An ethnobotanical study on medicinal plants was carried out in gozamin district from november 202009 may 12010.
Page 9 g and an excellent source of vitamin c ascorbic acid. Pdf introduction of medicinal plants species with the. Fam family, t tree, h herb, c climber, s shrub plant common name maturity period botanical name or family parts used average price rs. An ethnobotanical study of medicinal plants was carried out in 14 villages adjacent to mabira central forest reserve cfr in central uganda between august 20 and march 2014. Thus, such plants should be investigated to better understanding for their properties, safety practices in addition to usefulness 7. Contributions of medicinal plants to care and health. The utility of medicinal plants has four major segments they are, medicinal plants utilized in indigenous or traditional systems of medicines ism ayurveda, siddha, unani and homeopathy systems of medicines, otc over the country, nonprescription items products involving plant parts, extracts galenicals etc. The entire pcampwg shares information and keeps in touch on significant issues via a listserver. The information supplied in this book is purely anecdotal and is intended to serve as a reference guide to the commonly used medicinal plants in samoa. Before the introduction of chemical medicines, man relied on the healing properties of medicinal plants. Introduction of medicinal plants species with the most. Some of the dried crude drugs, which must be modified considerably before commercial use, can be extremely poisonous when not used properly. As a source of medicine, medicinal plants have always been at forefront virtually all cultures of civilizations.
Medicinal plants have been playing an essential role in the development of human culture. Field excursions with traditional healers and herbal medicine collectors were carried out. Ten plant extracts were analysed for their antimicrobial activities using the agar well diffusion and broth microdilution method. Traditional plants used for medicinal purposes by local. Journal of ethnopharmacology 6 2011 236245 table 1 list of the medicinal plants used by local communities around the northern part of kibale national park.
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