A variety of traditional medicinal plants has been widely used by different indigenous people in Ethiopia for many human and livestock ailments. This study was conducted to investigate and document the use of medicinal plants in the Sedie Muja ...

The study stated the role of the Ethnobotanical study of medicinal plants, its utilization, and conservation by indigenous people of Gera district, Ethiopia. Plants have traditionally been used as ...

Third, from a global pharmaceutical perspective, many plants traditionally used in Ethiopian medicine may contain valuable bioactive compounds with medicinal potential. Lastly, a deeper understanding and recognition of traditional healing practices can help improve healthcare delivery and accessibility, particularly for rural populations that rely heavily on these methods. With this background, the present study aims to address the existing knowledge gap by carrying out an in-depth ethnobotanical survey in the Jabitehnan District.

April 3, 2025 - Knowledge about their natural habitats and preparation methods is fundamental to the ethnobotanical study.

The utilization of different plant parts, often specific to certain conditions, showcases the careful selection and application of plant resources based on their perceived effectiveness. According to several studies on Ethiopian medicinal plants [14, 25, 47, 73, 75], leaves are the most commonly used plant parts for remedy preparation, followed by roots and other plant parts such as seeds, stems, bark, fruits, young shoots, and flowers.

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August 12, 2024 - Introduction: Historically, Ethiopians have relied on medicinal plants to heal a wide range of human diseases. However, indigenous knowledge associated with medicinal plants has been lost due to the secrecy of the knowledge transfer system and several anthropogenic factors. Thus, this study was aimed to document ethnobotanical study of medicinal plants in three districts (Sekela, Dembecha, and South Achefer) of west Gojjam zone of the Amhara Regional State.

October 31, 2022 - The most frequently used plant family cited by the traditional healers is Asteraceae (12), followed by Rosaceae (5) (Table 2, Figure 2). In line with our studies, Chekole and co-workers, in their ethnobotanical study on the environs of Tara-gedam and Amba remnant forests of Libo Kemkem district of Ethiopia, reported the highest number of medicinal plants belonging to the Asteraceae family (Chekole et al., 2015).

May 9, 2025 - The current findings align with previous studies of Ethiopian [46, 55, 57, 60, 69] and elsewhere [128,129,130]. The reason for the dominance of oral application of remedies may be due to its ease of use, cultural acceptance, and familiarity to users; perceived safety due to its non-invasive nature (avoiding painful skin penetration and entry into body cavities, thereby minimizing infection risks); and effective absorption in the gastrointestinal tract [2, 131].

September 26, 2024 - In the Tehuledere District, a total of 63 species of medicinal plants have been documented. This figure surpasses those found in comparable ethnobotanical studies conducted in Ethiopia.

March 6, 2025 - For example, B. pilosa is utilized for treating wounds, consistent with findings from [30], while D. stramonium is employed for ringworm, similar to its application in the Sheka zone of southwestern Ethiopia as noted by [41]. A recent study in the Yeki district highlighted the unique use of P. abyssinica Fresen, locally known as Yearo, which is used for typhoid by applying the leaves on the body while also consuming them orally [23]. Another study in the Guraferda district documented the use of C. mucronata for stomachaches, where the root is chewed, the juice consumed, and the abdomen gently

February 28, 2024 - Ethnobotanical study of traditional medicinal plants used by the local Gamo people in Boreda Abaya District, Gamo Zone, southern Ethiopia ... Medicinal plants have been used for centuries and are still relied upon by over 80% of the Ethiopian ...

May 24, 2019 - Ethnobotanical studies are vital to investigate these diverse biological resources for medicinal purposes. The aim of this study was to document the indigenous knowledge of the Sidama people regarding the use of medicinal plants to treat human ...

August 10, 2024 - The findings demonstrate the rich diversity of medicinal plants and associated traditional knowledge in the Quara district. The high ethnobotanical indices warrant further phytochemical and pharmacological investigations.

August 10, 2024 - The highest RSI of 12.93% was found in a study carried out in the Metema district of northwestern Ethiopia [43]. This was followed by studies in the Habru district of northcentral Ethiopia with an RSI of 11.48% [51] and in the Hawassa, Shashemene, and Dilla districts of southcentral Ethiopia with an RSI of 10% [54]. Northern Ethiopian districts like the Adwa (RSI = 9.47%) [46], the Erob and Gulomahda districts (RSI = 9.31%) [47], and the Kilte Awulalo district (RSI = 9.09%) [44] also had higher RSI values.

September 19, 2022 - A variety of traditional medicinal plants has been widely used by different indigenous people in Ethiopia for many human and livestock ailments. This study was conducted to investigate and document t...

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October 4, 2017 - Background Traditional medicinal plant species documentation is very crucial in Ethiopia for biodiversity conservation, bioactive chemical extractions and indigenous knowledge retention. Having first observed the inhabitants of Gubalafto District (Northern Ethiopia), the author gathered, recorded, and documented the human traditional medicinal plant species and the associated indigenous knowledge.