- The document summarizes an ethnobotanical survey of the Khordha Forest Division in Odisha, India that was conducted from 2012-2013. It describes 54 traditional medicinal plant recipes used by local tribes to treat various diseases. For each recipe, it provides the botanical name, plant parts used, ailments treated, and administration method. The study suggests that further phytochemical and pharmacological investigation of these plants could lead to discoveries of new drugs derived from natural sources.
The IOSR Journal of Pharmacy (IOSRPHR) is an open access online & offline peer reviewed international journal, which publishes innovative research papers, reviews, mini-reviews, short communications and notes dealing with Pharmaceutical Sciences( Pharmaceutical Technology, Pharmaceutics, Biopharmaceutics, Pharmacokinetics, Pharmaceutical/Medicinal Chemistry, Computational Chemistry and Molecular Drug Design, Pharmacognosy & Phytochemistry, Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Analysis, Pharmacy Practice, Clinical and Hospital Pharmacy, Cell Biology, Genomics and Proteomics, Pharmacogenomics, Bioinformatics and Biotechnology of Pharmaceutical Interest........more details on Aim & Scope).
Climate Change and Public Health in the Treatment of Fever in Adilabad Distri...iosrjce
Ancient man had found the ways and means of usage of plants to cure his health disorders. Plant
induced increases in allergic rhinitis like high fever the distinct seasonal sources of plant pollen, trees, grasses,
and ragweed. Quantity and seasonality of pollen depend in large part on plant responses to climatic and
meteorological variables. However, changes in such variables are likely as a result of anthropogenic influences
on levels of atmospheric CO2, and enhancement of the greenhouse effect, with subsequent impacts on plant
growth and pollen production. The knowledge of preparation of medicines of various parts such as root, tuber,
stem, bark, leaves, flower, fruit, seed, and whole plant, formed a parallel system of medicine the ethno medicine,
which exclusively uses the plants and herbal products for the treatment of diseases. Fever is one such common
disease characterized by an elevation of body temperature above the normal range of 36.5 – 37.5o C (98-
100oF). This triggers increased muscle tone and shivering. The present study emphasized the documentation
and analysis of indigenous herbal medicinal knowledge existing in curing different types of fever by different
communities of Adilabad district. The survey in the rural areas of Adilabad district was carried out during
January 2007 – December 2011. In all medicinal practitioners were interviewed using structured questionnaires.
A Literature Review of Bhaskaralavana Churna for Ajeeranam in Indigenous Medi...IIJSRJournal
The Sri Lankan Indigenous Medicine is a mixture of the Ayurveda, Siddha , Unani and Desheeya Chikitsa. Bhaskaralavanachurna is one of the internal medicine which is the herbo mineral preparation. Bhaskaralavanachurna is one of the most important drugs in Ayurvedha Government Hospitals in Sri Lanka. Therefore we selected this drug to literature review related it’s ingredients for “Ajeeranam”. This study was done at Unit of Siddha Medicine, University of Jaffna from October 2019 to January 2020. Data for the literature review were collected from relevant books, peer review journals and websites. It is consists scientific names; habitat; family; vernacular names; parts used; organoleptic characters; phytochemical; pharmacological actions for the ingredients of this drug. From this Churna has 18 ingredients, 14 (77.7%) were medicinal plants and 04 (22.2%) were minerals. Based on morphology 7 (50%) plants were herbs. From these plants, 3 (21.42%) of the species were found in Piperaceae family; 11 (78%) were cultivated in Ceylon; 5 species (35.75%) were used as fruits and 3 (21.42%) were used as seeds. These plants contain pungent taste [10 (45%)], Salty [4 (18%)], bitter [3 (14%)], astringent [2 (9%)], sweet [2 (9%)] and sour [1 (5%); hot potency [14 (78%)], cold potency [3 (17%)] and hot and cold [1 (5%)]; pungent efficacy [16 (89%)] and sweet [2 (11%)]; pharmacological actions such as carminative [14 (77.7%)], stomachic [12 (66.6%)], stimulant [7 (38.8%)] and astringent [3 (16.6%)]. Phytochemicals such as volatile oil [8 (57.14%)] and starch [4 (28%)] were highly found in these medicinal plants. 100% Na, 50% Mg, 25% Ca, and 25% Cl were found in these minerals. This literature review provides useful documented evidence related it’s ingredients for Ajeeranam. There is need further laboratory study and toxicity study about this drug in future.
International Journal of Pharmaceutical Science Invention (IJPSI)inventionjournals
International Journal of Pharmaceutical Science Invention (IJPSI) is an international journal intended for professionals and researchers in all fields of Pahrmaceutical Science. IJPSI publishes research articles and reviews within the whole field Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Science, new teaching methods, assessment, validation and the impact of new technologies and it will continue to provide information on the latest trends and developments in this ever-expanding subject. The publications of papers are selected through double peer reviewed to ensure originality, relevance, and readability. The articles published in our journal can be accessed online.
“Some Wild Trees of Bihar and Their Ethnobotanical Study”iosrjce
Ethnobotanical study was carried out in the forest area of Bihar during-2014-15 To document the
medicinal and other utility of plants. The present paper deals with traditional uses of 06 plants species
belonging to 04 genera and 04 families along with correct botanical identification, local names, past used and
mode of administration in respect to different applications. The documented ethnomedicinal plants are mostly
used to cure sexual disorder, asthma, skin disease, wounds, anaemia, headache, diabetes etc are listed.
GC-MS Analysis of Bio-Active Compounds in Aqueous Extract of Boerhaavia Diffu...ijtsrd
Medicinal plants have had a crucial role in human culture and civilization. The present study deals with the Gas Chromatography Mass Spectroscopy analysis of Boerhaavia diffusa, Euphorbia hirta and Amaranthus polygonoides, which have various medicinal properties. The aim of this study was to investigate and characterize the chemical composition of the different crude aqueous extracts of these plant samples using PerkinElmer Gas Chromatography'Mass Spectrometry. Our results show that the compounds in the extract revealed by GC MS were the same as recorded in the National Institute of Standards and Technology NIST library. The identity and quantity of the measured active compounds was correlated with the expected therapeutic effects. The content of active principles was determined. The quantity of the active principles in the plants was also determined. R. Ezhilarasi | Dr. B. Senthilkumar | Dr. K. Devi "GC-MS Analysis of Bio-Active Compounds in Aqueous Extract of Boerhaavia Diffusa, Euphorbia Hirta and Amaranthus Polygonoides" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-4 | Issue-1 , December 2019, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd29436.pdfPaper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/biological-science/zoology/29436/gc-ms-analysis-of-bio-active-compounds-in-aqueous-extract-of-boerhaavia-diffusa-euphorbia-hirta-and-amaranthus-polygonoides/r-ezhilarasi
The IOSR Journal of Pharmacy (IOSRPHR) is an open access online & offline peer reviewed international journal, which publishes innovative research papers, reviews, mini-reviews, short communications and notes dealing with Pharmaceutical Sciences( Pharmaceutical Technology, Pharmaceutics, Biopharmaceutics, Pharmacokinetics, Pharmaceutical/Medicinal Chemistry, Computational Chemistry and Molecular Drug Design, Pharmacognosy & Phytochemistry, Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Analysis, Pharmacy Practice, Clinical and Hospital Pharmacy, Cell Biology, Genomics and Proteomics, Pharmacogenomics, Bioinformatics and Biotechnology of Pharmaceutical Interest........more details on Aim & Scope).
Climate Change and Public Health in the Treatment of Fever in Adilabad Distri...iosrjce
Ancient man had found the ways and means of usage of plants to cure his health disorders. Plant
induced increases in allergic rhinitis like high fever the distinct seasonal sources of plant pollen, trees, grasses,
and ragweed. Quantity and seasonality of pollen depend in large part on plant responses to climatic and
meteorological variables. However, changes in such variables are likely as a result of anthropogenic influences
on levels of atmospheric CO2, and enhancement of the greenhouse effect, with subsequent impacts on plant
growth and pollen production. The knowledge of preparation of medicines of various parts such as root, tuber,
stem, bark, leaves, flower, fruit, seed, and whole plant, formed a parallel system of medicine the ethno medicine,
which exclusively uses the plants and herbal products for the treatment of diseases. Fever is one such common
disease characterized by an elevation of body temperature above the normal range of 36.5 – 37.5o C (98-
100oF). This triggers increased muscle tone and shivering. The present study emphasized the documentation
and analysis of indigenous herbal medicinal knowledge existing in curing different types of fever by different
communities of Adilabad district. The survey in the rural areas of Adilabad district was carried out during
January 2007 – December 2011. In all medicinal practitioners were interviewed using structured questionnaires.
A Literature Review of Bhaskaralavana Churna for Ajeeranam in Indigenous Medi...IIJSRJournal
The Sri Lankan Indigenous Medicine is a mixture of the Ayurveda, Siddha , Unani and Desheeya Chikitsa. Bhaskaralavanachurna is one of the internal medicine which is the herbo mineral preparation. Bhaskaralavanachurna is one of the most important drugs in Ayurvedha Government Hospitals in Sri Lanka. Therefore we selected this drug to literature review related it’s ingredients for “Ajeeranam”. This study was done at Unit of Siddha Medicine, University of Jaffna from October 2019 to January 2020. Data for the literature review were collected from relevant books, peer review journals and websites. It is consists scientific names; habitat; family; vernacular names; parts used; organoleptic characters; phytochemical; pharmacological actions for the ingredients of this drug. From this Churna has 18 ingredients, 14 (77.7%) were medicinal plants and 04 (22.2%) were minerals. Based on morphology 7 (50%) plants were herbs. From these plants, 3 (21.42%) of the species were found in Piperaceae family; 11 (78%) were cultivated in Ceylon; 5 species (35.75%) were used as fruits and 3 (21.42%) were used as seeds. These plants contain pungent taste [10 (45%)], Salty [4 (18%)], bitter [3 (14%)], astringent [2 (9%)], sweet [2 (9%)] and sour [1 (5%); hot potency [14 (78%)], cold potency [3 (17%)] and hot and cold [1 (5%)]; pungent efficacy [16 (89%)] and sweet [2 (11%)]; pharmacological actions such as carminative [14 (77.7%)], stomachic [12 (66.6%)], stimulant [7 (38.8%)] and astringent [3 (16.6%)]. Phytochemicals such as volatile oil [8 (57.14%)] and starch [4 (28%)] were highly found in these medicinal plants. 100% Na, 50% Mg, 25% Ca, and 25% Cl were found in these minerals. This literature review provides useful documented evidence related it’s ingredients for Ajeeranam. There is need further laboratory study and toxicity study about this drug in future.
International Journal of Pharmaceutical Science Invention (IJPSI)inventionjournals
International Journal of Pharmaceutical Science Invention (IJPSI) is an international journal intended for professionals and researchers in all fields of Pahrmaceutical Science. IJPSI publishes research articles and reviews within the whole field Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Science, new teaching methods, assessment, validation and the impact of new technologies and it will continue to provide information on the latest trends and developments in this ever-expanding subject. The publications of papers are selected through double peer reviewed to ensure originality, relevance, and readability. The articles published in our journal can be accessed online.
“Some Wild Trees of Bihar and Their Ethnobotanical Study”iosrjce
Ethnobotanical study was carried out in the forest area of Bihar during-2014-15 To document the
medicinal and other utility of plants. The present paper deals with traditional uses of 06 plants species
belonging to 04 genera and 04 families along with correct botanical identification, local names, past used and
mode of administration in respect to different applications. The documented ethnomedicinal plants are mostly
used to cure sexual disorder, asthma, skin disease, wounds, anaemia, headache, diabetes etc are listed.
GC-MS Analysis of Bio-Active Compounds in Aqueous Extract of Boerhaavia Diffu...ijtsrd
Medicinal plants have had a crucial role in human culture and civilization. The present study deals with the Gas Chromatography Mass Spectroscopy analysis of Boerhaavia diffusa, Euphorbia hirta and Amaranthus polygonoides, which have various medicinal properties. The aim of this study was to investigate and characterize the chemical composition of the different crude aqueous extracts of these plant samples using PerkinElmer Gas Chromatography'Mass Spectrometry. Our results show that the compounds in the extract revealed by GC MS were the same as recorded in the National Institute of Standards and Technology NIST library. The identity and quantity of the measured active compounds was correlated with the expected therapeutic effects. The content of active principles was determined. The quantity of the active principles in the plants was also determined. R. Ezhilarasi | Dr. B. Senthilkumar | Dr. K. Devi "GC-MS Analysis of Bio-Active Compounds in Aqueous Extract of Boerhaavia Diffusa, Euphorbia Hirta and Amaranthus Polygonoides" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-4 | Issue-1 , December 2019, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd29436.pdfPaper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/biological-science/zoology/29436/gc-ms-analysis-of-bio-active-compounds-in-aqueous-extract-of-boerhaavia-diffusa-euphorbia-hirta-and-amaranthus-polygonoides/r-ezhilarasi
Various Formulation and Pharmacological Properties of Chinese Chaste Treeijtsrd
Indian societies have been using herbal medicine for many decades. Near about 80 of the population of the world use herbal medicine as a primary health care. Vitex negundo is a well known medicinal herb that is used in the Indian system of medicine. It is commonly known as Five Leaved Chaste Tree or Monk`s pepper. In India, it is known as punjgusht, Nirgundu, Sambhalu, or sephali. Vitex negundo Linn. Is credited with innumerable medicinal activities Like analgesic, anti inflammatory, anticonvulsant, Antioxidant, Bronchialrelaxant, Hepatoprotective, etc. Although all parts of this plant possesses great medicinal values, but especially its leaves contain numbers of secondary metabolites such as alkaloids, phenols, flavonoids, glycosidic irridoids, Tannins, and terpenes. Because of the richness in phytochemicals, the plant is attributed to possessing several therapeutic uses such as an antimicrobial, anti inflammatory, astringent, bronchodilator, CNS depressant, detoxicant, Diuretic, emmenagogue, anticancer and hepatoprotective, etc. It is also used as insecticide and larvicidal. Leaf extract is employed as nervine Tonic, tranquilizer, and vermifuge. Kiran Wadatkar | Sakshi Waghmare | Amol G Jadhao | Prashant A Patil "Various Formulation and Pharmacological Properties of Chinese Chaste Tree" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-5 | Issue-4 , June 2021, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.compapers/ijtsrd42482.pdf Paper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.compharmacy/other/42482/various-formulation-and-pharmacological-properties-of-chinese-chaste-tree/kiran-wadatkar
biodiversity of medicinal plants in thudaripettai villageIJEAB
The medicinal plants have received more attention among researchers to treat various diseases and disorders. This study was aimed to record the various medicinal plants present in Thudaripettai Village situated in Tharangambadi Taluk, Nagapattinam district of Tamil Nadu. A total of 60 plant species belonging to 35 families were reported with their medicinal values. These results will provide information about medicinal plants and methods of utilization of these plants to cure various diseases of mankind. Survey of the information of medicinal plants used by the villagers were collected and arranged alphabetically followed by common name, vernacular name, family name, parts of use, methods of uses, medicinal uses and their habit. The information is very much useful for further research which will lead to the discovery of new bioactive compounds from the above medicinal plants.
General Information about the Medicinal Plants in the Aravalli Ranges, its Co...ijtsrd
The Aravalli Range also spelled Aravali is a mountain range in Northwestern India, running approximately 670 km 430 mi in a south west direction, starting near Delhi, passing through southern Haryana and Rajasthan, and ending in Gujarat. The highest peak is Guru Shikhar at 1,722 metres 5,650 ft . In Rajasthan, the range runs from Khetri in the northeast to Khed Brahma in the southwest Within Rajasthan for a length of about 550 kilometers. Aravalli’s is the oldest range of fold mountains in India. Geologically, Aravalli range can be traced back probably close of the dharwar times and is composed of rocks belonging originally to the Delhi system, folded in a synclinorium occupying the site of the geosynclines which have been deeply eroded. The Aravalli range and Hilly Region has been further sub divided into two smaller physiographic units 1. North Eastern Aravalli Range2. Central Aravalli Range3. The Mewar Rocky region and Bhorat Plateau4. Abu Block RegionThe standard ethnobotanical methods were followed. The plants were identified by available literature and flora. The data was collected though a series of field investigations. The systematic and random sampling methods were employed to study different locations. Ethnobotanical information was gathered using semi structured interviews. The paper records count 53 important plant species of medicinal value from different families. Most of the plant species belonged to family Fabaceae followed by Moraceae and Asteraceae. The study revealed that Aravalli hills Gurgaon has much useful medicinal floras, that local people can use the parts of the plant in disease treatment and can modify, the ways of formulation application administration and ingredients used in preparation. Dr. Anita "General Information about the Medicinal Plants in the Aravalli Ranges, its Conservation in the Form of Aravalli Biodiversity Park, India" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-5 | Issue-4 , June 2021, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.compapers/ijtsrd43704.pdf Paper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.combiological-science/botany/43704/general-information-about-the-medicinal-plants-in-the-aravalli-ranges-its-conservation-in-the-form-of--aravalli-biodiversity-park-india/dr-anita
Tribals depend much upon forest products for their various daily needs particularly food. Wild edible fruits play a significant role in the dietary requirements of the tribal and local communities. Purpose of the present study was to document the wild fruits used as food by tribals as well as rural people in North Maharashtra. Inall fruits of 46 species, belonging to 25 families of which 23 are dicotyledonous and 02 monocotyledons, are documented as edible. Amongst these, 24 are trees followed by 09 shrubs, 07 climbers and 06 herbs. Mostly, fruits of tree species are utilized. Fruits of 28 species are eaten raw (02 unripe and 23 ripe) and 24 species are cooked. Fruits of 04 species are pickled, while that of one species used to extract oil. Market survey was also done for fruits with commercial value. This is an attempt to bring underutilized wild fruits in focus.
Article Citation:
Kshirsagar Prachi P, Prabha Y. Bhogaonkar and Vishal R. Marathe.
Underutilized wild fruits of North Maharashtra.
Journal of Research in Plant Sciences (2012) 1(1): 071-076
Full Text:
http://www.plantsciences.co.in/documents/PS0021.pdf
Ethno medicinal uses of some plants of sujangarh tehsil, churu (raj)IJLT EMAS
Medicinal plants studies and documentation of various
uses of the plants by common man can help to pressure our
traditional medicine knowledge of plants. Some Medicinal plants
have Natural power to cure the disease without any side effect.
Medicinal plants have been used by local people, vender native
doctors and experts of Ayurvedic fields since long time in herbal
and folk remedies. Some ethno medicinal plants have been
selected for this research work. Different type of uses of the
recorded plants are presented and discussed in this paper. The
study stated that either the whole plant of different part like
leaves; stem, bark, root etc. are used. They not only provide food,
wood, fibre and fuel to the human beings but are also good
source of medicinally important compound.
Some Important Medicinal Plants Used Widely in Southwest Bengal, IndiaIJERA Editor
The present article reflects 30 important medicinal plant species of Southwest Bengal, India with their botany, medicinal uses and ecological perspectives in brief. Plants were collected from home gardens, forests, wasteland, shrubbery and other places of ecological importance in the study sites. It covers phenology of plants and plantation treatment of propagules during nursery preparations. It would help the researchers better to use this work as a model to generate data from natural sites to plan the habitat management and to generate conservation strategies. It would help the environmentalists to conserve species in near future by formulating model for eco-sustenance of species as well as for the habitat conservation in other places.
Each organisms obtaining food in a precise form which depends on its genetic potentials. The availability of food influenced the troop home size in the focal troops. Present work discussing the availability of food stuff and home range. When food available in plenty, home range tends to decreased and when food available in scared the home range increased.
From ancient medical knowledge to the modern drug development in indiaBeena Negi
FROM ANCIENT MEDICAL KNOWLEDGE TO THE MODERN DRUG DEVELOPMENT IN INDIA, Traditional System of Medicine, Modern System of Medicine, Drugs Developed
in India
Formulation And Evaluation of Anti-Microbial Polyherbal GelQUESTJOURNAL
ABSTRACT: The majority of the population in developing countries uses plants or plant preparations in their basic health care.Many plant species have been proved to have antimicrobial activity. Lots of the antibiotics had been at the beginningderived from micro-organisms even as the chemotherapeutic agents are from vegetation. Together with other dosagevarieties, natural drugs are additionally formulated within the type of gel. A gel is a viscous semisolidpreparation used topically on a variety of body surfaces. Thus, the main objective of the present study is to formulateand evaluate a polyherbal gel with antimicrobial activity. Gel were formulated usinghydroalcoholic extracts(by continuous hot percolation-soxhlation) ofAnacardium occidentale, Achyranthes aspera and Aegle marmelosand wereevaluated for its physicochemical properties. The hydroalcoholic extracts of the chosen plants were taken in specific ratio randomly and the antimicrobialtests of the combinations had been applied. Gel were all set making use of special concentrations of the extracts Formulations had been then tested for itsphysicochemical properties like Clogging,texture,, pH, spreadability, extrudability and gave satisfactory results. Probablythe most powerful mixture used to be then determined via evaluating the results of the zone of inhibition given throughdistinct extract ratios on S. Mutant, Proteus mirabilis,and Candida A,The entire formulations confirmed predominant recreationagainst selected species. Theformulations are found to be very efficacious in all the parameters which has conducted and alsofound enhanceantimicrobial property. Overall result of this study reveals that this is an effective polyherbal antimicrobial gel.
The identity and occurrence of primula reidii duthie var. reidii from Shivali...researchplantsciences
Primula reidii var reidii is reported and identified its presence from Shivalik Hill Ranges of Himachal Pradesh. Earlier records pertaining to occurrence & distribution of the species, detailed description and other ecological parameters including its photograph, have been discussed and detailed.
Article Citation:
Subramani SP and Kapoor KS.
The identity and occurrence of Primula reidii Duthie var. reidii
from Shivalik hill ranges, Himachal Pradesh, India.
Journal of Research in Plant Sciences (2012) 1(2): 104-108.
Full Text:
http:/www.plantsciences.co.in/documents/PS0022.pdf
A large percentage of plants used in Ayurvedic practices and herbal medicines are subjected to controversy. Controversial drugs or Sandigdha Dravyas is term used for medicinal plants having controversial botanical sources due to polynomial nomenclature system of Sanskrit, non availability of plants and parallel evolved knowledge.
Adulterants and Substitutes are the common practices in herbal raw material trade. Adulteration is a debasement of article intentionally for commercial purpose or accidentally due to lack of knowledge of identification and proper collection.
Substitution is a replacement of equivalent drugs in place of original drugs on the basis of similar Rasa, Guna, Veerya, Vipak and mostly on Karma.
International Journal of Pharmaceutical Science Invention (IJPSI)inventionjournals
International Journal of Pharmaceutical Science Invention (IJPSI) is an international journal intended for professionals and researchers in all fields of Pahrmaceutical Science. IJPSI publishes research articles and reviews within the whole field Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Science, new teaching methods, assessment, validation and the impact of new technologies and it will continue to provide information on the latest trends and developments in this ever-expanding subject. The publications of papers are selected through double peer reviewed to ensure originality, relevance, and readability. The articles published in our journal can be accessed online
Various Formulation and Pharmacological Properties of Chinese Chaste Treeijtsrd
Indian societies have been using herbal medicine for many decades. Near about 80 of the population of the world use herbal medicine as a primary health care. Vitex negundo is a well known medicinal herb that is used in the Indian system of medicine. It is commonly known as Five Leaved Chaste Tree or Monk`s pepper. In India, it is known as punjgusht, Nirgundu, Sambhalu, or sephali. Vitex negundo Linn. Is credited with innumerable medicinal activities Like analgesic, anti inflammatory, anticonvulsant, Antioxidant, Bronchialrelaxant, Hepatoprotective, etc. Although all parts of this plant possesses great medicinal values, but especially its leaves contain numbers of secondary metabolites such as alkaloids, phenols, flavonoids, glycosidic irridoids, Tannins, and terpenes. Because of the richness in phytochemicals, the plant is attributed to possessing several therapeutic uses such as an antimicrobial, anti inflammatory, astringent, bronchodilator, CNS depressant, detoxicant, Diuretic, emmenagogue, anticancer and hepatoprotective, etc. It is also used as insecticide and larvicidal. Leaf extract is employed as nervine Tonic, tranquilizer, and vermifuge. Kiran Wadatkar | Sakshi Waghmare | Amol G Jadhao | Prashant A Patil "Various Formulation and Pharmacological Properties of Chinese Chaste Tree" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-5 | Issue-4 , June 2021, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.compapers/ijtsrd42482.pdf Paper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.compharmacy/other/42482/various-formulation-and-pharmacological-properties-of-chinese-chaste-tree/kiran-wadatkar
biodiversity of medicinal plants in thudaripettai villageIJEAB
The medicinal plants have received more attention among researchers to treat various diseases and disorders. This study was aimed to record the various medicinal plants present in Thudaripettai Village situated in Tharangambadi Taluk, Nagapattinam district of Tamil Nadu. A total of 60 plant species belonging to 35 families were reported with their medicinal values. These results will provide information about medicinal plants and methods of utilization of these plants to cure various diseases of mankind. Survey of the information of medicinal plants used by the villagers were collected and arranged alphabetically followed by common name, vernacular name, family name, parts of use, methods of uses, medicinal uses and their habit. The information is very much useful for further research which will lead to the discovery of new bioactive compounds from the above medicinal plants.
General Information about the Medicinal Plants in the Aravalli Ranges, its Co...ijtsrd
The Aravalli Range also spelled Aravali is a mountain range in Northwestern India, running approximately 670 km 430 mi in a south west direction, starting near Delhi, passing through southern Haryana and Rajasthan, and ending in Gujarat. The highest peak is Guru Shikhar at 1,722 metres 5,650 ft . In Rajasthan, the range runs from Khetri in the northeast to Khed Brahma in the southwest Within Rajasthan for a length of about 550 kilometers. Aravalli’s is the oldest range of fold mountains in India. Geologically, Aravalli range can be traced back probably close of the dharwar times and is composed of rocks belonging originally to the Delhi system, folded in a synclinorium occupying the site of the geosynclines which have been deeply eroded. The Aravalli range and Hilly Region has been further sub divided into two smaller physiographic units 1. North Eastern Aravalli Range2. Central Aravalli Range3. The Mewar Rocky region and Bhorat Plateau4. Abu Block RegionThe standard ethnobotanical methods were followed. The plants were identified by available literature and flora. The data was collected though a series of field investigations. The systematic and random sampling methods were employed to study different locations. Ethnobotanical information was gathered using semi structured interviews. The paper records count 53 important plant species of medicinal value from different families. Most of the plant species belonged to family Fabaceae followed by Moraceae and Asteraceae. The study revealed that Aravalli hills Gurgaon has much useful medicinal floras, that local people can use the parts of the plant in disease treatment and can modify, the ways of formulation application administration and ingredients used in preparation. Dr. Anita "General Information about the Medicinal Plants in the Aravalli Ranges, its Conservation in the Form of Aravalli Biodiversity Park, India" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-5 | Issue-4 , June 2021, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.compapers/ijtsrd43704.pdf Paper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.combiological-science/botany/43704/general-information-about-the-medicinal-plants-in-the-aravalli-ranges-its-conservation-in-the-form-of--aravalli-biodiversity-park-india/dr-anita
Tribals depend much upon forest products for their various daily needs particularly food. Wild edible fruits play a significant role in the dietary requirements of the tribal and local communities. Purpose of the present study was to document the wild fruits used as food by tribals as well as rural people in North Maharashtra. Inall fruits of 46 species, belonging to 25 families of which 23 are dicotyledonous and 02 monocotyledons, are documented as edible. Amongst these, 24 are trees followed by 09 shrubs, 07 climbers and 06 herbs. Mostly, fruits of tree species are utilized. Fruits of 28 species are eaten raw (02 unripe and 23 ripe) and 24 species are cooked. Fruits of 04 species are pickled, while that of one species used to extract oil. Market survey was also done for fruits with commercial value. This is an attempt to bring underutilized wild fruits in focus.
Article Citation:
Kshirsagar Prachi P, Prabha Y. Bhogaonkar and Vishal R. Marathe.
Underutilized wild fruits of North Maharashtra.
Journal of Research in Plant Sciences (2012) 1(1): 071-076
Full Text:
http://www.plantsciences.co.in/documents/PS0021.pdf
Ethno medicinal uses of some plants of sujangarh tehsil, churu (raj)IJLT EMAS
Medicinal plants studies and documentation of various
uses of the plants by common man can help to pressure our
traditional medicine knowledge of plants. Some Medicinal plants
have Natural power to cure the disease without any side effect.
Medicinal plants have been used by local people, vender native
doctors and experts of Ayurvedic fields since long time in herbal
and folk remedies. Some ethno medicinal plants have been
selected for this research work. Different type of uses of the
recorded plants are presented and discussed in this paper. The
study stated that either the whole plant of different part like
leaves; stem, bark, root etc. are used. They not only provide food,
wood, fibre and fuel to the human beings but are also good
source of medicinally important compound.
Some Important Medicinal Plants Used Widely in Southwest Bengal, IndiaIJERA Editor
The present article reflects 30 important medicinal plant species of Southwest Bengal, India with their botany, medicinal uses and ecological perspectives in brief. Plants were collected from home gardens, forests, wasteland, shrubbery and other places of ecological importance in the study sites. It covers phenology of plants and plantation treatment of propagules during nursery preparations. It would help the researchers better to use this work as a model to generate data from natural sites to plan the habitat management and to generate conservation strategies. It would help the environmentalists to conserve species in near future by formulating model for eco-sustenance of species as well as for the habitat conservation in other places.
Each organisms obtaining food in a precise form which depends on its genetic potentials. The availability of food influenced the troop home size in the focal troops. Present work discussing the availability of food stuff and home range. When food available in plenty, home range tends to decreased and when food available in scared the home range increased.
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Ethnomedicines in the khordha forest division of khordha district, odisha, india
1. Int.J.Curr.Microbiol.App.Sci (2014) 3(1): 274-280
ISSN: 2319-7706 Volume 3 Number 1 (2014) pp. 274-280
http://www.ijcmas.com
Original Research Article
Ethnomedicines in the Khordha forest division of Khordha District,
Odisha, India
Mukesh Kumar1*, Tariq Ahmad Butt2, S.A.Hussaini1, Kishore Kumar1,
Hakimuddin Khan1, Aminuddin3, and L.Samiulla1
1
Regional Research Institute of Unani Medicine, Bhadrak-756 100, Odisha, India
2
Regional Research Institute of Unani Medicine, Srinagar, J. andK., India
3
Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine, New Delhi-110 058, India
*Corresponding author
ABSTRACT
Keywords
Ethnobotanical
survey;
traditional
medicine;
Khordha;
Odisha.
Based on an ethnopharmacological survey of Khordha Forest Division of Khordha
district in Odisha conducted during 2012, the paper presents some 54 contemporary
folk recipes comprising 43 taxa of folk medicinal plants used by Kondh, Sabra,
Naik tribes of the area, for treatment of various common and chronic diseases and
conditions. Botanical name, family in bracket, locality with field book number,
local name, Unani name, part(s) used, name of the disease against which used,
mode of administration and informant is given for each recipe discussed in the text.
The need for their phytochemical and pharmacological investigations in the context
of claims reported has been suggested in an effort to discover new drugs of natural
origin for many of the diseases for which modern medicine has, thus far, no
satisfactory cure.
Introduction
Ethnomedicines
have
gained
new
dimensions in the present days through
phytochemical researches in India and
abroad, as information on medicinal plants
and folk drugs recorded during field-work
is now being subjected to investigations in
the search for new biodynamic compounds
of therapeutic value. Based on this
rationale, an ethnobotanical survey of
Khordha Forest Division of Khordha
district in Odisha was undertaken in
September 2012 to October, 2012 and
first-hand information on folk medicinal
274
uses of plants for treatment of various
disease and conditions was recorded.
Khordha district lies between 840 55 and
860 50 East longitude and 190 40 and
20025 North latitude. It is bounded by
Cuttack district in north, Nayagarh district
in west, Puri district in the east and
Ganjam district in the south. Khordha
district has a geographical area of 2813 sq.
kms. The hilly systems of the district are
located in Khordha sub-division. Khordha
district is situated in the southwest of the
state. Also it touches the Chilika Lake in
2. Int.J.Curr.Microbiol.App.Sci (2014) 3(1): 274-280
the south. The specific sites visited include
Mangrajpur, Shaktihal, Banpur, Pratap,
Pratap, Salia Dam, Dyke Chhak,
Kumaripari, Bheruambadi, Kadudibadi,
Bhaliapada, Dhuanali, Khariabandho,
Jodamdosahi,
Badasuda,
Kulthodih,
Odagaon, Banpur, Manglasahi, Berbera,
Barkul, Bhejiput, Langleswar, Gorapalli,
Badopalli of Khordha Forest Division. The
study presents 54 folklore therapies
comprising 43 taxa of medicinal plants
prevalent among the inhabitants of the
area surveyed. Most of the uses recorded
are first-hand or less known. The area had
not been investigated exhaustively earlier
in this direction, except for some
fragmentary reports on medicinal uses of
plants (Ali et al. 2010; Anonymous 2001,
1995; Ambasta 1994; Behera et al. 2008;
Chopra et al. 1980; Girach et al. 2011;
Jain 1981, 1991; Jain and Rao 1967;
Kirtikar andBasu 1935; Mukesh et al.
2010, 2011, Tribedi et al. 1982;
Yesodharan andSujana 2007).
percent of its population living in urban
areas whereas about 14.99 percent of
state s population live in urban areas. In
terms of population per Sq. Km. Khordha
district is the most densely populated
district in the state. There are only 193
uninhabited villages in the district whereas
8 villages are having a population of more
than 5000. The economy of the district is
mainly dependent upon cultivation. Out of
each 100 workers in the district 30 are
engaged in agricultural sector. Banapur
police station is having the highest number
of villages (222) in the district and
Saheednagar police station is having
lowest number of villages (24) in the
district.
Materials and Methods
An ethnobotanical survey of Khordha
Forest Division of Khordha district in
Odisha was conducted during September,
2012 to October, 2012 with a view to
study the medicinal herbs of the area and
also to record the folk-wisdom of the
tribals known as Kondh . The data on
folk medicinal uses of plants were
collected from the herbalists (medicine
men) through their direct field interviews,
who accompanied the senior author to the
field or from the old villagers who have
long been prescribing the herbs for
treatment of various diseases. Information
about the efficacy of the herbs was also
recorded. Plant specimens of the present
study were identified by the Flora of
Orissa (Saxena and Brahmam, 19941996) and Botany of Bihar and Orissa
(Haines, 1921-25). Plants specimens of all
folk drugs were collected and voucher
herbarium specimens have been prepared
and deposited in the herbarium of Survey
of Medicinal Plants Units, Regional
Research Institute of Unani Medicine,
Bhadrak for future references and study.
The district of Khordha is one of the new
districts carved out of the old Puri District
in 1993. It houses the state capital. Overall
Sex Ratio is highly disadvantageous to
female even in 0-6 years and is a matter of
concern. Possible reason may be higher
rate of male migration to Bhubaneswar
city. Similar concern is indicated in the
population growth rate which is higher
may be again due to migration. On
development indicator this district is
relatively much better. However, approach
road in villages need substantial
improvement. Village developments still a
matter of concern on many other sectors
also.
Khordha is the 6th smallest district in terms
of size and 5 biggest in terms of
population. Khordha is the most urbanized
district in the state having about 42.92
275
3. Int.J.Curr.Microbiol.App.Sci (2014) 3(1): 274-280
Results and Discussion
diarrhoea. Shri Bimba Dhar Pradhan.
Enumeration of folk medicinal species
Amaranthus
spinosus
L.
(Amaranthaceae);
Mangrajpur-9261;
Kanta Marish; Chaulai Khardar; Root;
Jaundice; A handful of dried roots made
into fine powder. 3-5 gm powder is given
twice a day with sufficient water to treat
jaundice. Kondh.
Adverting shortly to the scheme of text,
the medicinal plants used as folk medicine
in the study area are arranged in
alphabetical order. Each entry gives the
information: Plant s scientific name with
family (in bracket), Locality with Filed
Book No., Local name(s), Unani name
(wherever available), part(s) used, disease
and conditions, method of usage and
informant.
Amorphophallus paeoniifolius (Dennst.)
Nicolson (Araceae); Kadudibadi-9326;
Oal; Rhizome; Edible, Filariasis; Rhizome
are cooked and eaten as vegetable.
Rhizome paste is applied locally on
oedematous swelling for 7 days to treat
filariasis. Shri Jay Krishna Naik
Achyranthes aspera L. (Amaranthaceae);
Mangrajpur-9256;
Apamarango;
Chirchita; Root; Dental Care; Root is used
as tooth stick to strengthen gum. Kondh
Andrographis paniculata (Burm.f.) Wall.
ex Nees (Acanthaceae); Bheruambadi9305; Bhunimbo; Kiryat; Leaf; Malarial
Fever, Skin Disease, Diabetes; 30 ml
leaves decoction is given thrice daily for
5-7 days to treat Malarial Fever. Leaf
paste with golmirch (Piper nigrum) make
a sharbat drunk to treat skin diseases. 50
ml leaves decoction is given with 3
golmirch (Piper nigrum) to treat diabetes.
Kondh
Abrus precatorius L. (Fabaceae); Salia
Dam-9292; Kaincho; Ghungchi; Fruit;
Diarrhoea (VM); ½ fruit is given to animal
with fodder to treat diarrhorea. Shri Kusto
Chandra Pradhan
Adhatoda zeylanica L. (Acanthaceae);
Shaktihal-9265; Basango; Aroosa; Leaf;
Post Natal Care, Cough/Cold, Fever; A
handful of leaves boiled in 5000 ml water,
cooled and filtered. Resultant water is
prescribed for taking bath to subside body
swelling after delivery. A few flowers
fried in Ghee and mixed with desired
amount of honey, is given to treat
cough/cold. A handful of leaves with
pippli (Piper longum) is boiled in water
and make a decoction. 30 ml of decoction
is given twice a day with honey to treat
fever. Sabra.
Argyreia
nervosa
(Burm.f.)
Boj.
(Convolvulaceae);
Kadudibadi-9319;
Mundanoi; Samandersokh; Leaf; Fever;
Jada oil applied on leaf and bandage on
forehead to treat fever. Shri Jay Krishna
Naik.
Asparagus racemosus Willd. (Liliaceae);
Bheruambadi-9312; Chhatuary; Satwar;
Root; Spermatorrhoea; Powdered root
with sugar candy juice is given 20
gm/dose once at bed time to treat
Spermatorrhoea (Dhaturogo). Kondh
Aerva lanata (L.) Juss. ex Schults.
(Amaranthaceae);
Kumaripari-9297;
Paunsia Sago; Biseri Buti; Root;
Diarrhoea; Required quantity of root paste
is given with rice water to treat infantile
Averrhoea
(Averrhoeaceae);
276
carambola
L.
Shaktihal-9266;
4. Int.J.Curr.Microbiol.App.Sci (2014) 3(1): 274-280
Karmanga; Khamraq; Fruit, Root; Edible,
Skin diseases; Fruits are eaten raw when
ripe. Root paste is applied locally on skin
diseases. Shri Tapan.
animal wounds (VM), Skin diseases; Root
paste is applied locally on skin diseases. A
handful of leaves boiled in mustard oil,
cooled and applied locally on skin
infections. Leaf juice is applied locally on
fresh cuts to check bleeding. Plant paste is
applied locally on wounds of animals for
healing. Shri Durjodhan Sethi
Azadirachta indica A. Juss. (Meliaceae);
Kulthodih-9353; Nimbo; Neem; Leaf,
Twig; Skin Diseases, Dental care; Leaves
decoction is used by the local inhabitants
to treat kanchokundia (Skin diseases).
Twigs are used as tooth stick to strengthen
gums. Kondh.
Cleistanthus collinus (Roxb.) Benth. ex
Hook.f. (Euphorbiaceae); Bheruambadi9315; Korada; Fruit; Skin diseases;
Purified fruits are boiled in mustard oil,
cooled and filtered. Resultant medicated
oil is applied on scabies and other skin
diseases. Shri Pitamber Pradhan
Bridelia
retusa
(L.)
Spreng.
(Euphorbiaceae); Kadudibadi-9322; Kassi;
Stem bark; Diarrhoea; 10 gm of stem bark
paste is given twice daily with sufficient
water to check diarrhoea. Shri Jay Krishna
Naik
Costus
speciosus
(Koenig.)
Sm.
(Zingiberaceae); Banpur 9272; Gai
Gendalia; Rhizome; Headache, Giddiness,
Animal Diarrhoea; Rhizome made into
paste is applied on the forehead to treat
headache and get relief from giddiness.
Rhizome is chopped and mixed with
cattle-feed is given in cases of diarrhoea
among domestic animals. Kondh.
Cardiospermum
helicacabum
L.
(Sapindaceae);
Mangrajpur-9258;
Bishphutka;
Habb-ul-Qilqil;
Leaf;
Wounds; Leaf paste is applied locally on
children head to treat wounds. Kondh
Cassia occidentalis L. (Caesalpiniaceae);
Pratap-9275; Kasundra; Kasondi; Root;
Eczema; Root paste is applied locally on
eczematous patches to treat eczema. Shri
Kewal Behera.
Crinum asiaticum L. (Amaryllidaceae);
Bhaliapada-9329; Arsa/Sukra; Leaf; Joint
Pain; Leaf paste is boiled in jada oil and
applied on joints to treat joint pain. Shri
Rajiv Behera
Cassytha fifliformis L. (Lauraceae);
Bheruambadi-9304; Nirmuli; Whole Plant;
Loose Motions; A handful of plant made
into paste is taken orally in case of loose
motions in children. Kondh
Croton
bonplandianus
Baill
(Euphorbiaceae);
Kulthodih-9368;
Banomircho; Plant Sap; Cuts; Plant sap is
applied locally on cuts to check bleeding.
Smt. Satyabati Jani
Chloroxylon swietiana DC (Rutaceae);
Bheruambadi-9311; Bheru; Leaf; Wounds;
Leaf paste is applied locally on wounds to
expel worms. Kondh
Curculigo
orchioides
Gaertn.
(Hypoxydaceae);
Bheruambadi-9318;
Talmuli;
Musli
Siyah;
Root;
Spermatorrhoea; Root of this species with
roots of Satabari (Asparagus racemosus)
made in to powder and 10 gm of this
powder is given with cow s milk twice a
Chromolaena odorata (L.) King. And
Rob. (Astearaceae); Dyke Chhak-9293;
Pokosunga; Root, Leaf, Plant; Cuts,
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day for one month to treat spermatorrhoea.
Kondh
expel worms. Shri Rajiv Behera
Ficus
racemosa
L.
(Moraceae);
Kulthodih-9365; Dimiri; Gular; Latex,
Stem Bark; Spermatorrhoea, Wounds; 5-7
drops of latex is given in the morning on
empty stomach to treat spermatorrhoea.
Stem bark decoction is used to washing
wounds for healing. Shri Sudershan Naik
Datura metel L. (Solanaceae); Salia Dam9282; Dudura Dhoda; Dhatura; Leaf;
Boils, Inflammation; Leaf warm with jada
oil (Ricinus communis L.) and applied
locally on boils. Leaf paste warm in jada
oil (Ricinus communis L.) and applied on
affected part of the body to treat
inflammation. Shri Laxmidhar
Gloriosa superba L. (Liliaceae); Pratap9274; NaNangalia; Muleem; Root;
Veterinary Medicine; Root cut into small
pieces and given with fodder to treat
mums in animals. Shri Kewal Behera.
Dillenia
indica
L.
(Dilleniaceae);
Shaktihal-9267; Chalta; Flower; Wounds;
Flowers powder mixed with coconut oil
and applied locally on wounds for healing.
Shri Bishnu Sabra.
Glycosmis pentaphylla (Retz.) DC
(Rutaceae); Kadudibadi-9320; Chauldhua;
Twig; Dental Care; Twigs are employed as
tooth brush to check bleeding from gums
and strengthening teeth. Shri Jay Krishna
Naik
Dioscorea bulbifera L. (Dioscoreaceae);
Kadudibadi-9321; Pita Alu; Tuber;
Constipation; 5-10 gm powdered tuber is
given once every morning with warm
water as laxative to treat constipation. Shri
Jay Krishna Naik
Helicteres isora L. (Sterculiaceae); Salia
Dam-9287; Mudi; Marorphali; Fruit;
Rickets like complain in infants; A
handful of fruits boiled in mustard oil,
cooled and filtered. Resultant medicated
oil is massaged gently on affected legs of
children. The remedy is quite popular in
many places of the study area among rural
population. Shri Trishul Jena
Eclipta prostrata (L.) L. (Asteraceae);
Banpur-9269; Bhrangraja; Bhangra; Leaf;
Cuts, Madness; Crushed leaves are
directly applied on fresh cuts to check
bleeding. A handful of leaves and fresh
pulp of Aloe vera (Ghrita kumari) leaves
are made into paste with water and applied
on forehead to treat madness. Kondh.
Ipomoea carnea Jacq. (Convolvulaceae);
Mangrajpur-9262; Amari; Behaya; Plant
sap; Cuts, Wounds; Plant sap is applied
locally on minor cuts to check bleeding
and healing wounds. Naranjan Sahoo.
Elephantopus scaber L. (Asteraceae);
Kadudibadi-9328; Mayurchulia; Whole
Plant; Diarrhoea, Dysentery; 5-10 gm root
powder is taken two times daily with
sufficient water to treat diarrhoeal
problems. Plant used as fodder in this area.
Shri Gajendra Naik
Jatropha gossypifolia L. (Euphorbiaceae);
Badasuda-9345; Gabo; Latex; Diarrhoea;
2-3 drops of the latex is given with water
to children to check diarrhoea. Kondh
Erythrina variegata L. (Fabaceae);
Bhaliapada-9330;
Paladhua;
Leaf;
Anthelmintic; Leaf juice with required
quantity of turmeric is given to children to
Lantana camara L. (Verbenaceae);
Pratap-9280; Nageswar; Leaf; Cuts,
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Swelling; Leaf juice is applied locally on
cuts to check bleeding. Leaves paste is
applied locally on sprain to reduce
swelling andpain. Kondh
Sarphonka; Root; Stomachache; Root
chewed raw for the treatment of
stomachache. Shri Trishul Jena
Woodfordia
fruticosa
(L.)
Kurz
(Lythraceae); Bheruambadi-9314; Dhai;
Gul-e-Dhawa; Flower; Blood dysentery; A
handful of dried flowers are made into
powder and 5-10 gm of this powder is
taken twice daily with sufficient water to
check dysentery with bloody stools.
Kondh
Martynia annua L.
(Martyniaceae);
Pratap-9276; Baghnakha; Kalabichua;
Leaf; Cuts; Leaves juice are applied
locally on cuts to check bleeding. Kondh
Mimosa pudica L. (Mimosaceae); Salia
Dam-9301; Lajkoli; Lajjalu; Root; Cold
andFever; Root paste is given in required
quantity with honey to treat common cold
and fever. Shri Bimba Dhar Pradhan
The intrinsic potential of ethnobotanical
knowledge as a key resource for
developing new kinds of pharmaceuticals
and other chemicals of industrial
importance has been increasingly realized.
In the present study some traditional
therapeutic methods employed by the
natives of Khordha Forest Division of
Khordha district have been discussed. Out
of 160 taxa of medicinal plants collected
43 are used in folk medicine by Kondh,
Sabra, Naik etc., suggesting that these
plants may cure satisfactorily certain
ailments. Although, they do not have as
high prestige as modern medicines, these
folk drugs are relatively un-expensive and
easily available to locals at their door
steps. For some problems such as eczema,
jaundice, fever, diarrhoea, diabetes,
wounds etc. these crude therapeutic
methods are recognized as equal or
superior to biomedicines; for other
diseases there are readily available
satisfactory cures; viz. diarrhoea, cold and
fever, menstruation problems, wounds,
skin diseases, nervous system disorders
etc.
Nyctanthes arbor-tristis L. (Oleaceae);
Kulthodih-9356; Gangaseoli; Harsingar;
Leaf; Fever, Cough andCold; Leaves juice
with equal quantity of honey is given
twice a day for 4-5 day to treat fever,
cough andcold. Shri Prasant Das
Pedilanthus tithymaloides (L.) Poit.
(Euphorbiaceae); Odagaon-9377; Khiro
Gachho; Latex; Cuts; Latex of is applied
locally on cuts to check bleeding
andhealing wounds. Smt. Arsha Devi
Plumeria rubra L. (Apocynaceae); Salia
Dam-9281;
Kathchampa;
Flower;
Swelling; Leaves are boiled in jada
(Ricinus communis) oil and applied locally
on swollen part to reduce swelling.
Flowers used in worship of Lord Shiva.
Shri Laxmidhar
Scoparia dulcis L. (Scrophulariaceae);
Dhuanali-9332;
Madhusmita;
Leaf;
Spermatorrhoea; 100 ml Leaf juice with
misri is given every morning on empty
stomach for seven days to treat
Spermatorrhoea (dhaturogo). Shri Sagar
Sahu
The data on folk medicinal uses have been
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found that many of the uses are already
reported (Jain, 1981, 1991). However,
their modes of application, part used are
Tephrosia purpurea (L.) Pers. (Fabaceae);
Salia
Dam-9283;
Bano
Kulthia;
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represents contemporary folk uses of
medicinal plants of the area investigated. It
would, therefore, be worthwhile to subject
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Acknowledgement
Authors sincerely acknowledge the
financial support and the facilities
provided by the Director General, Central
Council for Research in Unani Medicine
(CCRUM), New Delhi to carry out this
research work. Authors also wish to
express their gratitude to all the staff
members of forest departments of Odisha
and tribal people/ethnic people for their
valuable help, cooperation and sharing
their valuable information during the
ethno-botanical survey tours.
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