Ethno-Medico-Botanical Studies of Plant Resources of Beed District, Maharashtra, India: Retrospect and Prospects

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  • Amar Bhumbe
     Department of Botany, Balbhim Arts, Science and Commerce, College, Beed - 431122, Maharashtra ,IN
  • Vinod Devarkar
     Department of Botany, Shri Chhatrapati Shivaji College Omerga, Beed - 413606, Maharashtra ,IN

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https://doi.org/10.18311/jnr/2024/35654

Keywords:

Beed District, Ethnobotany, Medicinal Plants, Traditional Healing Practices, Therapeutic Potential

Abstract

The Beed district of Maharashtra, India, harbors a rich repository of ethnobotanical knowledge regarding medicinal plants. This review delves into the traditional wisdom of local communities, documenting the therapeutic applications of 191 plant species belonging to 61 families. The study reveals a diverse array of medicinal remedies derived from various plant parts, with leaves being the most commonly utilized. Skin diseases, gastrointestinal disorders, respiratory infections, and fever emerged as the primary ailments treated with these plant-based remedies. This comprehensive review underscores the urgent need for further ethnobotanical exploration within the district to meticulously document the traditional knowledge associated with medicinal plants and rigorously validate their efficacy through scientific investigation. Delving into the secrets of these medicinal plants might unveil a wealth of novel herbal remedies, all while protecting these invaluable natural treasures.

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2024-03-01

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Bhumbe, A., & Devarkar, V. (2024). Ethno-Medico-Botanical Studies of Plant Resources of Beed District, Maharashtra, India: Retrospect and Prospects. Journal of Natural Remedies, 24(3), 453–473. https://doi.org/10.18311/jnr/2024/35654

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Volume 24, Issue 3, March 2024

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Received 2023-11-19
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