Biodiversity Ethnobotany and Ethnopharmacology (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9789371701112)

Medicinal plants are an essential component of natural healthcare, serving not only as therapeutic agents but also as valuable raw materials for the development and production of modern medicines. Their use is deeply rooted in the accumulated wisdom and experience of countless healers over centuries-knowledge inherited from ancestors, passed down through generations, and refined through continuous practice. Throughout history, in their quest to relieve pain and suffering caused by various diseases, wounds, injuries, and terminal illnesses, our ancestors turned to nature to discover substances with healing properties. This book aims to provide detailed information on locally available medicinal plants for potential drug development, highlight their pharmacological properties, and explore the screening and isolation of Phyto drugs from selected species. Comprising fifteen comprehensive chapters covering key aspects of ethnobotany, ethnopharmacology, and pharmacognosy, this work seeks to serve as a valuable resource for researchers, students, and all those interested in medicinal plants, particularly in developing countries.

Author: V. Mary Kensa N. Ahamed Kabir A. Doss
ISBN-10: 9371701110
ISBN-13: 9789371701112
Publisher: Daya Pub. House
Language: English
Published: 01/01/2026
Pages: 266
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.53lbs
Size: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.81d