Phytotherapeutic Wisdom of Indian Rurals Aboriginals

Book Details

• Author: V. Singh

• Publisher: Scientific Publishers

• Language: English

• Edition: 1st Edition

• Year of Publication: 2008

• ISBN: 9788172335335

• Pages: 484

• Cover: Hardcover

• Size: 7.5 x 9.75 inches

• Weight: 950 gm

About the Book
This book is an important resource on the ethnobotany and ethnomedicine of India, focusing specifically on medicinal plants used by rural and indigenous communities for treating various ailments. It comprises 48 articles contributed by expert ethnobotanists from various regions of India, detailing the traditional use of plants in medicine, food, rituals, and other aspects of daily life.

The information presented in this book is claimed to be original and has been gathered directly from tribal communities or individuals with long-standing knowledge of the plants found in their local environments. These articles are based on direct ethnobotanical studies, making this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in indigenous plant knowledge.

In addition to medicinal uses, several articles in the book explore economic aspects of plants, such as their role in edible products, rituals, and dyes, reflecting the multifaceted relationship between humans and plants in rural settings. Some articles also discuss how these plants are utilized in traditional customs and ceremonial practices.

The book is filled with maps, illustrations, and photographs that support and validate the research presented. The local names of plants are included, making the book particularly useful at the grassroots level, while the use of correct botanical nomenclature ensures its accuracy and relevance to more advanced audiences.

This comprehensive volume serves as a bridge between traditional knowledge and modern scientific understanding of medicinal plants, making it an invaluable reference for ethnobotanists, ethnopharmacologists, and anyone interested in the traditional healing systems of India.