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  • Flora of Healing: Exploring Ethnobotanical Wisdom in Nadia, West Bengal, India
  • Photo Ankush Biswas* Photo Kushal Saha

  • 1Assistant Professor of Pharmacology Department of Pharmacology, Global College of Pharmaceutical Technology, Krishnagar, Nadia, India-741102.
    2Global College of Pharmaceutical Technology, Krishnagar, Nadia, India-741102
     

Abstract

This research delves into the indispensable role of plants in sustaining human and animal life, particularly focusing on the utilization of traditional medicinal herbs in Nadia, West Bengal, India. Investigating the multifaceted relationships between humans and plants, the study encompasses diverse aspects such as ethnomedicine, ethnoveterinary practices, ethnoreligious uses, as well as the broader applications in food and fodder. The methodology involves quantifying the significance of medicinal plants through metrics like fidelity, use value, and informant consensus factor. These metrics provide a comprehensive assessment of the plants' importance in the local community, shedding light on the depth of traditional knowledge and practices. In rural areas, where access to modern healthcare may be limited, natural remedies derived from plants serve as the primary source of healthcare for both humans and animals. The residents of Nadia, West Bengal, have preserved and passed down a rich repository of traditional medicinal herbs, offering a holistic approach to addressing various ailments. The study not only highlights the diverse applications of plants in the region but also underscores the need for the conservation and sustainable use of these botanical resources. As global interest in traditional medicine grows, the findings from Nadia contribute valuable insights into the ethnomedicinal landscape, providing a foundation for further research and the integration of traditional practices into contemporary healthcare systems.

Keywords

Ethnobotanical study, Medicinal plants, Nadia, West Bengal, India, Ethnomedicine, Ethnoveterinary, Ethnoreligious uses, Food and fodder, Traditional knowledge, Fidelity, Use value, Informant consensus factor, Human health, Animal health, Sustainable use, Conservation, Traditional remedies, Cultural practices, Integrative healthcare, Global studies, Plant significance.

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Ankush Biswas
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Assistant Professor of Pharmacology, Department of Pharmacology, Global College of Pharmaceutical Technology, Krishnagar, Nadia, West Bengal, India-741102

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Kushal Saha
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Global College of Pharmaceutical Technology, Krishnagar, Nadia, India-741102

Ankush Biswas, Kushal Saha, Flora of Healing: Exploring Ethnobotanical Wisdom in Nadia, West Bengal, India, Int. J. of Pharm. Sci., 2024, Vol 2, Issue 2, 122-138. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.10625038

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