Nelumbo - The Bulletin of the Botanical Survey of India

S. K. Mahajan ¹, Yogesh Garde ²

Affiliations
1 31, Jain Mandir Path, Khargone (M.P.), IN
2 Nutan Nagar Extension, Khargone (M.P.), IN

Abstract

Traditional herbal remedies common among the Bhilalas of West Nimar district of Madhya Pradesh are reported. In all 29 species belonging to 28 genera and 21 families are recorded. Their correct scientific names, local names, parts used and mode of administration are mentioned for each plant.

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S. K. Mahajan ¹, B. Khare ²

Affiliations
1 Botany Department, Govt. P. G. College, Khargone, M.P., IN
2 Botany Department, Govt. P. G. College, Barwani, M.P., IN

Abstract

Ethnobotanical survey of the tribals of Barwani district has been done during 1999 - 2000. In all 18 species belonging to 17 genera and 15 families are reported which are used by the tribal people. The juice of young leaves of Ficus religiosa to cure any type of heart disease is of considerable importance and noteworthy.

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Pushpa Patel ¹, S. K. Mahajan ²

Affiliations
1 Botany Department, Govt. P.G. College, Khargone, IN
2 31, Jain Mandir Path, Khargone, IN

Abstract

Medicoethnobotanical work of Vijaygarh and its neighbourhood is presented. In all, 26 species belonging to 25 genera and 18 families are reported, which are used by the tribals in the treatment of various diseases. Correct identification, local names and plant parts used are mentioned in each case.

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