Ethnomedicinal Plant- A Review
Chandani C. Prasad
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Datta Meghe College of Pharmacy, Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences (DU), Wardha-442004, Maharashtra, India.
Nisha V. Khemchandani
Datta Meghe College of Pharmacy, Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences (DU), Wardha-442004, Maharashtra, India.
Rani T. Bhagat
Datta Meghe College of Pharmacy, Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences (DU), Wardha-442004, Maharashtra, India.
Awdhut D. Pimpale
Datta Meghe College of Pharmacy, Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences (DU), Wardha-442004, Maharashtra, India.
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Abstract
The ethno-botanical study is having immense importance in the field of medical science; it has a unique importance in the branch of science with much attention. Ethno botany has a special relationship between people and plants. Traditional medicine and ethno plants are very important in the traditional community. The use of medicinal plants has been done since many ages and now it is also considered as a modern medicine. Medicinal plants have been used by various cultures and ethnic groups. Around 80% of conventional medicines used in primary healthcare are extracted from plants around the world. India is one of the world's mega biodiversity nations, with lush vegetation and a vast array of medicinal plants and herbs. Herbal medicines have a bright future in both developing and developed countries.
Keywords: Ethno-plant, traditional medicine, ayurveda, unani, siddha