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Diversity and use pattern of ethno-medicinal plants of Kumaun Himalaya

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Deepika Bhatt1, Kumaun Himalaya, in the Indian Himalayan region, has a rich diversity of
Joshi GC1, medicinal plants, which are widely used in traditional medicinal systems. The present
Tewari LM2 and paper concludes the diversity, vernacular names, associated authorship, ethno-
Ravi Kumar1 medicinal uses and use pattern, life form; plant part used and accession number of the
medicinal flora together. The paper describes distribution and local/traditional uses of
Institution:
the 256 medicinal plants representing 96 families, in which pteridophytes were 1%,
1. Regional Research
trees were 18%, shrubs were 25%, herbs were 52%). Various plant parts used in
Institute of Himalayan Flora,
(CCRAS) Tarikhet, formulations, such as: underground part- 33%, leaves- 24%, whole plant- 11%, bark-
Ranikhet -263 663, 7%, seeds- 7%, resin /latex/oil- 4%, stem/ shoot/ wood- 4%, flowers and
Uttarakhand. inflorescences- 5%, fruits and nuts- 5% were used in different ailments.

2. Department of Botany, Keywords:

D.S.B. Campus, Nainital Kumaun Himalaya, Biodiversity, Correlation, Ethno-medicinal plants,
Traditional medicinal system, Vaidyas.
Corresponding author:
Deepika Bhatt

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Deepika Bhatt, Joshi GC, Tewari LM and Ravi Kumar
Diversity and use pattern of ethno-medicinal plants of Kumaun Himalaya
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Received: 08 Feb 2017 Accepted: 13 March 2017 Published: 15 April 2017

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INTRODUCTION individuals are quickly prompting agricultural land and

All people are reliant on plants keeping in mind urbanization in the previous jungle. As the consequence
the end goal to meet different necessities for survival of the prevalence of therapeutic plants and their related
(Phillips and Meillleur, 1998). Man has been utilizing indigenous knowledge, the quantity of people and
plants as medicines, edible/food, fodder, fuel, timber, national and universal institutions looking for data on
farming tools and different purposes (Samant and Dhar, these plants is expanding quickly; so that there is an
1997; Samant et al., 1996a, 1998b). Internationally, earnest need to merge and arrange all accessible data on
around 85% of the customary medicines utilized for therapeutic plants of the area.
primary human health are obtained from plants The Kumaun Himalaya, lying between 28044 N
(Fransworth, 1988). People have knowledge of utilizing and 78045’ - 8101’E, harbors a rich diversity of ethno-
available plants to treat various illnesses. Distinctive botanical species, which generate considerable benefits
kinds of illness are pervasive in various cultural groups from social and economic perspectives. The region is
and ethnic groups spread throughout the world (Charles, well known for various forms of non- formal (traditional)
1968). As such, variations exist in traditional systems of medical treatments (Figure 1). Among the different
health care among different geographical regions. ancestral ethnic groups of the district, the Tharu, Buxas,
The importance of plants used in therapy can be Rajis and Bhotiyas to a great extent rely on wild assets
evaluated by the estimation of the World Health (Farooquee, 1994; Maikhuri et al., 2000; Nautiyal et al.,
Organization (WHO) that the present demand for 2000). Because of the outrageous inhospitable
medicinal plants is about US$14 billion a year, and that conditions, tribal groups are subject to collection and
the demand for medicinal plant-based raw materials is exchange of medicinal plants, and they have step by step
growing at the rate of 15–25% annually. Accordingly, gotten familiar with the healing properties of the
there is a developing risk on the utilization of therapeutic accessible plants. This has resulted in a traditional
plants, their products and the indigenous medicinal system of cure, which has remained non formal and
practice as the deforestation and encroachment of undocumented. A consolidated account and analysis of

Figure 1. Kumaun Himalaya: Location Map

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Figure 2. Top eight families supporting TMS in Kumaun

Figure 3. Habit of plants used in TMS in Kumaun

Figure 4. Plant parts used in preparing medicines

the total use pattern with regard to ailments and occurring important plant species (ii) document some of
traditional treatments is not available. Therefore, this the major plant species with their use in various therapies
study aims to (i) prepare an inventory of locally

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Figure 5. Categories of prevalent diseases in Kumaun

(iii) to access the population structure of threatened medications additionally were classified into these
plants. twelve classes of illnesses. The data were measured by
checking the quantity of species and the quantity of
MATERIALS AND METHODS natural medical formulations utilized as a part of curing
To document the ethno-medicinal plants used in the different ailments falling in every wide class of
TMS in Kumaun thorough literature survey was done. To disorder.
assess the distribution range, use pattern and
formulations general interviews and gatherings were RESULTS
carried out in remote places of study area. To distinguish The compiled inventory documents uses of 256
the plants, field trips made with professionals, herbarium medicinal plant species (Table 1), which belong to 96
specimens was additionally prepared. To evaluate the families out of which 8 major families (Asteraceae- 23%,
collected information for the quantity of illness treated Lamiaceae- 14%, Fabaceae- 12%, Liliaceae- 11%,
by each particular plant species, the medicinal plants Ranunculaceae- 11%, Rosaceae- 11%, Apiaceae-10%,
were classified into fourteen wide classes of diseases: Euphorbiaceae- 8%) are shown in the Figure 2. It is the
dermatological disorders, digestive disorders, aftereffect of an efficient treatment of the recorded taxa
Generalized Body Ache (GBA), respiratory disorders, and presents the legitimate scientific and vernacular
venereal and urinogenetial disorders, reproductive issues, classification, related authorship and synonymous,
liver and billiary disorders, nervous disorders, cardio- distributional range, plant habits (Pteridophytes- 1%,
vascular disorders, metabolic disorders, bone/muscles/ Tree-18%, Shrub- 25%, Herb- 52%), plant parts used in
joints disorders, anti-toxic substance/antidote, physical formulations (Underground part- 33%, Leaves- 24%,
irritant, etc. Different specialists and Mandi proprietors Whole plant- 11%, Bark- 7%, Seeds- 7%, Resin/Latex/
were likewise counseled to analyze the data. Medicinal Oil- 4%, Stem/ Shoot/ Wood- 4%, Flowers and
practitioners were counseled in characterizing all the Inflorescences- 5%, Fruits and Nuts- 5%) (Figures 3 and
documented 108 types of ailments into these expansive 4).
fourteen classes. The 256 recorded therapeutic

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 S. Altitudinal Life Plant Parts Accession
Taxa Local Name Ethno-medicinal Uses System witch effected
No Range (m.) Form Used No.
Family- Acanthaceae
1 Adhatoda vasica Nees 300-1600 Vasa Sh Lf, Fl Decoction of flowers and leaves are given for treating Respiratory 2537
(Justicia adhatoda L.) coryza, cough and fever system (URTI-Upper
respiratory tract infec-
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tion)
Barleria cristata L. 200-2000 Kala-bansa H Lf Leaf paste is applied externally on cuts and wounds for Dermatological 2524
2. healing purpose. Decoction of leaves is given once a system, GBA
day to alleviate headache
3 Dicliptera bupleuroid- 500-2000 Kuthi H Sd, WP Seeds or whole plant decoction is useful in dysentery. Digestive System 2542
es Nees
Family-Achyranthaceae
4 Achyranthes bi- 1000-2200 Apamarga H Lf, Rt Tablets are made from the leaf paste of A. bidentata Bl. Antidote (anti rabies), 25904
dentata Blume and jiggery. It is given during dog bite for three days. Others
Root paste is applied on mouth blisters.
Family-Adiantaceae
5 Adiantum lunula- 1800-2600 Hansraj Pt Rt, WP Root paste mixed with mustered oil is applied external- Dermatological system, 14314
tum Houtt. ly on skin patches and eczema. Whole plant is pow- antipyretic
philippense L.) dered and taken orally during old fever.
Family-Agavaceae
6 Agave americana L. 500-1800 Rambansh Sh Lf, Sd Warm leaf poultice is applied on syphilis to control Venereal and 940

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further infection. Seeds are used as abortifacient. urinogenital,
reproductive system
Family- Amaranthaceae
7 Amaranthus caudatus L. 1000-2300 Kedari chua H Sd Seeds are grounded and applied on abscess to get relief Dermatological system 25885
from pain.
Family-Alliaceae
8 Allium stracheyi Baker 3500-4500 Jambu H Lf A clean cloth dipped in the decoction of leaf is applied Dermatological system, 24971
on wounds. Leaf decoction is given to cure diarrhea and digestive system
gastric trouble.
Family- Anacardiaceae
9 Rhus parviflora Roxb. 1000-2000 Samak Dana Sh Br, Lf, St Decoction of bark and leaves is given at intervals dur- Digestive system 25151
ing cholera and stomach ache. Twig of stem is used to dental pathology
brush teeth.

Family-Apiaceae
10 Angelica glauca Edgew. 3000-3700 Gandhrayan H Rt Roots were boiled with water on moderate flame for up Digestive system 25088
to 15min and left to cool. The liquid is drunk to cure
vomiting and indigestion, dysentery, gastric complaints,
stomach disorders
Roots dried in shady place are chewed directly to cure
dyspepsia.
11 Bunium persi- 2500-3200 Bhotia- jeera H Sd Seeds are chewed to increase the lactation among wom- Reproductive system, 24736
cum B.Fedtsch. en. Same formulation is also given to cure abdominal digestive system
pain, loss of appetite and liver problems.

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 12 Carum carvi L. 2500-5100 Thoya H Sd Seeds are boiled with the roots of Berginia strcheyi (HK.f. and Th) Bone, muscles and joints 24654
Engler, and the decoction is given to cure Rickets.

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13 Centella asiatica (L.) Urb. Upto-2100 Mandook-parni H Lf, Rt Leaf juice is administrated orally to treat in mental disorders. Nervous system, 21873
Root are ground and given to patient suffering from heat stroke. physical irritant

14 Chaerophyllum 2100-3500 Ginjari H Rt Root paste is applied on cuts and wounds. Dermatological system 21840
villosum Wall. ex DC.
15 Heracleum 2200-3800 Gandhraj H Fr, Rt Fruits are used as aphrodisiac and nerve tonic, and for intestinal para- Reproductive system, 23533
candicans Wall. ex DC. sites. Root paste is applied on eczema, ring worm infection, leucoder- nervous system,
ma. digestive system,
dermatological system

16 Pleurospermum 3100-3700 Chippi H Rt Decoction of root is given in dyspepsia, ascariasis, dysentery and Digestive system 23230
angelicoides (Wall.ex DC.) gastric trouble.
Benth. ex C.B. Clarke
17 Selinum 3000-3800 Bhutkesi H Rt Roots are burnt with ghee and fumes work as insecticide. Bone, muscles and joints 24080
wallichianum (DC.) Rai- Root extract is applied on skin to get relief from ,muscle pain and
zada and H.O. Saxena swelling.

Family-Apocynaceae
18 Carissa opaca Stapf Upto-1200 Jangli- Karonda Sh Fr Roots of Raphanus sativus L. and Carissa opaca Stapf ex Haines are Liver and biliary system 25490
ex Haines taken in raw form, taken orally to cure Jaundice.

19 Catharanthus roseus (L.) 150-1500 Sadabahar Sh WP Juice of whole plant is given to the patients of Diabetes. Metabolic disorder 25584
G. Don
20 Holarrhena antidysenter- Upto-1500 Dhodhi Sh Ltx, St Latex of plant is applied on Urticaria and Ring worm. Dermatological system 22622
ica (L.) Wall. ex A. DC. Stem bark is chewed in stomachache and burning sensation. Digestive system

21 Nerium indicum Mill. 600-1200 Kaner Sh Lf A decoction of the leaves has been applied externally in the treatment Dermatological system 23887
of scabies and to reduce swellings.
22 Plumeria acutifolia Poir. 600-1200 Akhia Sh Br, Ltx Decoction of bark or latex is used as gargle to reduce the dental pain. Dental pathology 20649

23 Rauwolfia serpentina (L.) 1000-1400 Sarpgandha Sh Rt Powdered root is given internally for three days to cure ulcers. Digestive system, 24919
Benth. ex. Kurz. Decoction of root is given in malarial fever and to decrease the high Cardio-vascular system,
blood pressure. Nervous system
Also used as antidote.
Family-Araceae
24 Acorus calamus L. 1400-2300 Vach H Lf, Fl, Rt Leaves and flower decoction juice is given for treating Cough, Fever, Respiratory system, 23539
Coryza. Digestive system
Root powder is used to cure worm infestation among children.
25 Arisaema flavum (Forssk.) 2400-3800 Bang H Rh Wounds are washed with decoction of rhizomes. Dermatological system. 1485
Schott Rhizome paste with water is applied on the body part stung by Snake Antidote (against snake 6
or Scorpion. bite)

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 26 Calotropis procera (Aiton) R. Upto-800 Aak Sh Lf, WP Powder of dried leaves mixed with gur given orally before Sun- Nervous system, 25586
Br. rises for 5 days to cure migraine. Juice of the whole plant is ad- reproductive system
ministrated orally, it acts as Abortifacient.
27 Gymnema sylvestre (Retz.) R. 300-1000 Gurmar Sh Lf Leaf powder is given for treating Diabetes Mellitus patients. Metabolic disorder 14205
Br.
28 Hemidesmus indicus (L.) R. Br. 500-1400 Anantmool Sh Rt, Lf Root of plant and Cumin seeds are grounded in equal quantities; Physical irritant, 22373
sugar is mixed and given internally to reduce body heat. GBA
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Leaf juice mixed with water is given to cure fever.

Family- Asparagaceae
29 Asparagus adscendens Roxb 1000-2200 Kairuwa Sh Rt To cure redness in eyes, root is crushed slightly and used as eye Ophthalmic disease 25155
pencil thrice a day.
30 Asparagus curillus Buch.-Ham. 1800-3000 Shata-var Sh Rt Root paste of A.curillus Buch.-Ham. ex D.Don, Cuscuta reflexa Liver and biliary system 23013
ex Roxb. Roxb. and Coleus barbatus (Andr.)Benth. are given to infant
babies to cure jaundice.
31 Asparagus filicinus Buch.-Ham. 1200-1800 Shatavar Sh Rt Root juice is given to cure fever. GBA 24198
ex D. Don Root is tied on the naval region to facilitate the delivery. reproductive system

Family- Asteraceae
32 Achillea millefolium L. 1800-3600 Gandan H Fl Tea of flowers is given to treat urinary infection, menstrual regu- Venereal and urogenital 16883
larization. system, reproductive system

33 Ageratum conyzoides L. 200-2000 ------ H Lf Juice of the leaves are applied on cuts to avoid bleeding and pus Dermatological system 24431

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formation.
34 Anaphalis adnata DC. 800-3200 Poth H WP Whole plant is pasted and applied on cut and wounds. Dermatological system 23997

35 Artemisia maritima L. 3000-4000 Pati H Rt Fresh root juice is applied externally on skin to cure boils. Dermatological system 23793

36 Artemisia nilagirica (C.B. Upto-1800 Pati Sh Rt, Lf Fresh and washed roots/leaf are dipped overnight in cold water Digestive system 24767
Clarke) Pamp. and drunk for 5-6 days before meal to cure intestinal worm.

37 Aster asteroides (DC.) Kuntze 3700-4900 --------- H Rt Roots are given to check hemorrhage. Blood disease 17003

38 Aster thomsonii C.B. Clarke ---------- -------- H Lf Leaves are chewed during indigestion. Digestive system 25642

39 Bidens bipinnata L. 1000-2000 Arka-jhar H Lf Leaves crushed and juice rubbed on itching feet during rainy Dermatological system 25663
season.
40 Eclipta prostrata (L.) L. 200-1200 Bhringraj H Lf Paste of leaves are applied on wounds. Dermatological system 25529

41 Galinsoga parviflora Cav. 800-3000 Khursani H Lf 2-3 drops of leaf juice is dropped in Earache. GBA 14447

42 Inula cappa (Buch.-Ham. ex D. Upto-2500 Pushkar- Sh Rt Decoction of root is taken orally to cure boils. Dermatological system 23456
Don) DC. mool Root paste is applied externally on skin to the cure same disease.

43 Jurinea dolomiaea Boiss. 3400-4500 Dhooppjhar H Lf Leaf paste is taken orally as antiseptic, also to cure Fever. GBA 23779

44 Saussurea costus (Falc.) Lipsch. 3000-4000 Kuth H Rt Root paste is used for 10-12 days to cure leprosy. Dermatological 25097
Root paste directly applied on skin to cure boils. System, digestive system
Powdered root taken with water against Dysentery.
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 45 Saussurea obvallata (DC.) 3800-4600 Brham-kamal H Sd, Fl Seeds of plants are placed into a bowl made of bronze for overnight, and Liver and biliary system, 25091
Edgew. given to patient for 7 days to cure Jaundice. reproductive system

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Paste of flowers given with milk is said to cure “Dhatu Rog”.
46 Senecio nudicaulis Buch.- ------------- Rasdhaur H Rt Root is grounded with black Pepper and given during Epilepsy. Nervous system 23261
Ham. ex D. Don
47 Tagetes errecta L. 1000-2000 Genda H Lf Leaf paste is applied on the wounds to check bleeding. Dermatological system 1296
48 Tagetes minuta L. 1000-2400 Hajari H Lf Leaf paste is applied on wounds to check bleeding Dermatological system 19610
49 Tanacetum tomentosum 300-4500 Guggul H WP Decoction of whole plant is given before 5 days of the starting of Reproductive system 1214
DC. menstruation to regulate it.
50 Taraxacum officinale We- 1800-4000 Dudhi H Inf, Ltx Decoction of inflorescence is taken orally to cure blisters. Dermatological system 21368
ber. Latex is applied externally during skin irruption.
Family- Begoniaceae
51 Begonia picta Sm. 600-2800 Lalpatti H WP Decoction of whole plant is taken in times of dyspepsia. Digestive system 25187

Family- Berberiadaceae
52 Berberis aristata DC. 2000-3000 Kilmora Sh Rt Root juice mixed with water is dropped in eyes to cure redness and infec- Ophthalmic disease 24881
tion.
53 Berberis lycium Royle 1600-3000 Rasaut Sh Rt Roots are dipped in water for overnight and drunk early in the morning Metabolic disorder 22818
to cure Diabetes.
Family- Betulaceae
54 Betula utilis D. Don 2700-4300 Bhojpatra T Rs , Bk Resin and seed kernels of Prunus persica (L.) B. utilis are ground into Reproductive system 25093
paste and mixed with milk. It is drunk to conceive and for internal
strength.
Family- Bignoniaceae
55 Kigelia pinnata (Jacq.) DC. ----------- Balam- T Fr Fruits in pieces are eaten to remove the Kidney stones. Venereal and 24315
kheera urinogenital system
56 Oroxylum indicum (L.) 400-1500 Pharkat T Br, Rt Water extract of stem bark is given during stomachache. Digestive system, 23903
Kurz Root juice is given at intervals of 30 minutes until the patient regains Nervous system
consciousness.
Family-Bombacaceae
57 Bombex cieba L. 200-1600 Semal T Rt, Br Root decoction prepared from Bombax ceiba Linn. and Curculigo or- Reproductive system 25408
chioides Gaertn. are filtered and preparation is given to the patient twice bone, joints and muscles
a day to a period of 10 -15 days for cure Leucorrhoea.
Poultice made through bark is plastered on fractured bones.
Family-Boraginaceae
58 Arnebia benthamii (Wall. 2800-3800 Balchar H Rt Dry roots are soaked in mustard oil for more than one week and the warm Bone, muscles and joints, 15461
ex G. Don) I.M. Johnst. oil is massaged on the affected part(s) at bedtime to cure Arthritis. dermatological system
all. ex G. Don) I.M. Johnst. The dry roots are soaked in mustard oil for more than one week till its
Syn. (Macrotomia ben- color changes to reddish pink. The oil is massaged on scalp act as hair
thamii ) (Wall. ex D. Don) tonic.
A. DC.

59 Cynoglossum zeylan- 1000-4100 Chitkuri H WP Whole plant is grounded and make into paste to heal the wounds. Dermatological system 25176
icum (Vahl ex Hornem.)
Thunb. ex Lehm.

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 Family- Caesalpiniaceae
60 Bauhinia vahlii Wight 200-1300 Malu Sh Br Stem bark is pasted and applied on skin irruption. Dermatological system 25351
and Arnott
61 Bauhinia variegata L. Upto-1900 Kachnar T Br Fresh stem bark is warmed on fire and the juice extracted is given in Stomach- Digestive system 25989
ache due to worms.
62 Cassia fistula L. Upto-1500 Amaltas T St, Br Fresh stem bark is warmed on gentle fire and juice extracted from it is given in Digestive system 24812
stomachache due to worms.
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63 Cassia tora L. 400-1300 Banar H Lf, Br, Rt Leaves, barks and roots are applied externally on skin diseases such as ring Dermatological system, 24638
worms and leprosy. digestive system
Leaves are eaten raw to expel intestinal worm.
64 Saraca asoca (Roxb.) Upto-1400 Ashok T Br Decoction of bark is used as cardio tonic. Cardio-vascular system, 23575
De Wilde To regulate menstruation and uterus problems this decoction is also used. reproductive system

Family- Cannabaceae
65 Cannabis sativa L. Upto-3000 Bhang H Sd, Lf Oil extracted from dry seeds are applied to cure paralysis and joint pain. It is Nervous system 25601
also applied to cure fever caused by severe cold. Concentrated and dried sap Bone, joints and muscles
extracted from the leaves are mixed with mustard oil and applied internally, as digestive system
well as externally to cure piles.
Family-Celastraceae
66 Celastrus panicula- 1000-2000 Jyotismati Sh Fr Oil extracted from seed are applied to skin to get rid of itching locally called Dermatological system, 22150

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tus Willd. Kandu. bone, muscles and joints
Fruits are boiled and this decoction is applied on Rheumatoid arthritis

Family-Clusiaceae
67 Mesua ferrea L. 400-1000 Nagkesar T Rt, Fl, Sd Root paste is given orally as antidote against snake bite. Poisoning 248
Stamens of flowers are given before five days of menstruation to control Menor- reproductive system,
rhagia. The seed oil is considered for healing purpose as in sores, wounds and dermatological system,
rheumatism. Infection bone, joints and
muscles
Family-Comberataceae
68 Terminalia arju- Upto-800 Arjun T Br Spermatorrhea is relieved with the decoction of bark of Terminalia arjuna Cardio-vascular 11759
na (Roxb. ex DC.) (Roxb. Ex. DC) Wt. This decoction is also given as heart tonic as it works as System, reproductive
Wight and Arn. heart stimulant. system

69 Terminalia belliri- 300-1300 Bahera T Fr Powdered fruits of Terminalia bellirica (Gartn.) Roxb and Terminalia chebula Respiratory system 25575
ca (Gaertn.) Roxb. Retz are mixed in equal amount and taken with ghee in cough.

70 Terminalia chebu- 150-1500 Harar T Fr Fruits, Piper nigrum L. and Zingiber officinale Rosc. are taken in equal quantity, Respiratory system 20030
la Retz. powdered and given with honey in asthma.

Family-Convolvulaceae
71 Ipomoea nil (L.) Roth. 500-2000 Bharar Sh Sd Crushed seeds are considered as abortifacient when taken in heavy doses. Reproductive system 8903
72 Ipomoea purpurea (L.) 900-2400 ------- H WP Whole plant is grounded and poultice is applied on venereal infection called Venereal and urogenital 25523
Roth. syphilis. system

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 Family- Corylaceae

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73 Corylus 2400-2800 Bhotiya- T Fr Fruit nuts are eaten as tonic to get rid of weakness. Blood diseases 2807
jacquemontii Decne. badam
Family- Costaceae
74 Costus speciosus (Koen.) 800-1500 Keva H Rh Roasted roots are grounded and mixed with Piper nigrum L., made into Bone, joints and 25180
Sm. tablets and taken orally to cure arthritis. muscles reproduc-
Fried rhizome is administrated orally with gur and are said to work as tive
abortifacient. system, digestive
Rhizome is made into paste and eaten in anorexia due to intestinal worm. system
Family- Crassulaceae
75 Bryophyllum pinna- ------------- Bishkapru H WP Juice of whole plant is used over cuts. Dermatological 20473
tum (Lam.) Oken system
76 Kalanchoe inte- 1000-1800 Boi H Rt Root paste is applied in deep septic wounds to remove the poisonous Dermatological 20115
gra (Medik.) Kuntze material. system
(K.spanthulata DC)
Family- Cucurbitaceae
77 Trichosanthes bracte- Upo-1200 Indrayan H Rt, Fr Decoction of roots are administrated orally in Fever. GBA 23909
ata (Lam.) Voigt Rind of dried fruit pounded with water are applied on swollen neck
glands.
Family- Cupressaceae
78 Juniperus communis L. 3000-3800 Dhoop Sh St, Oil Smoke of green wood is inhaled to cure vomiting. The heartwood oil is Dermatological 24815
used regularly to cure boils, skin irruption and itching. system
Family- Cuscutaceae
79 Cuscuta reflexa Roxb. Up to-2000 Akasbel H WP Fresh whole plant paste is applied on eczema thrice a day. Dermatological 25622
system
Family- Cyperaceae
80 Cyperus rotundus L. 300-2400 Motha H Rt Tuber is made into paste and given for treating Stomachache. Digestive system 17444
Family- Dioscoreaceae
81 Dioscorea bulbifera L. 150-2100 Gethi H Rh Tubers are roasted in hot ash and given with salt to cure old cough. Cardio vascular 24963
system
82 Dioscorea deltoi- 1500-3000 Tarur H Rh Dry rhizome paste is applied on cuts, boils and pimples. Dermatological 20617
dea Wall. ex Griseb. system
Family- Dipterocarpaceae

83 Shorea robusta Gaertn. Upto-1500 Sal T Rs Powdered resin of plant with cow milk is given twice a daily during chest GBA, digestive 20754
pain and indigestion. system
Family- Ephederaceae
84 Ephedra gerard- 2500-3900 Somlata Sh Rt, Lf Dried twigs are chewed to cure asthma, hey fever. Cardio-vascular 23993
iana Wall. ex Stapf. Roots and leaves with leaves of Rhododendron anthopogon D.Don are system,
made into decoction is used in Hydrosele, weakness and cardio tonic. GBA
Family- Equisetaceae
85 Equisetum arvensis L. Upto-1800 ---------- Pterdophyte WP, Lf Paste of whole plant is applied as plaster on fractured bone. Bone, muscles and 23870
Juice of leaves are taken and used to cure Diuretic. joints, venereal and
urogenetial system

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 Family- Ericaceae

86 Lyonia ovalifolia (Wall.) 1300-330 Anyar T Lf The extract of leaves are rubbed on itching area. Dermatological system 21160
Drude
87 Rhododendron anthopogon D. 3000-4000 Bhotia chai Sh Br Honey is mixed in the decoction of bark of Rhododendron anthopogon Reproductive systems 20120
Don Don and drunk orally to facilitate easy delivery.

88 Rhododendron arboreum Sm. 1500-3300 Burash T Fl Juice of calyx is dropped in eyes for treating cataract. Ophthalmic diseases 22226
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89 Rhododendron campanula- 2800-4400 Ratpa Sh Lf Leaf powder is used to cure migraine and headache. Nervous system 21894
tum D. Don
Family- Euphorbiaceae
90 Baliospermum monta- 300-1000 Jangli- Sh Sd, Rt Decoction of seeds are given to Ascites patients. Venereal and urogenetial 23714
num (Willd.) Müll. Arg. jamalghota, Root is boiled with water and given to cure Arthritis. system, bone, muscles
Dantimool and joints
91 Euphorbia hirta L. Upto-2000 Dudhi H Ltx Latex of plant is dropped on the root of the tooth during toothache. Dental pathology 25783

92 Euphorbia ligularia Roxb. Upto-1800 Syon Sh Ltx Lukewarm latex is dropped in ear during Ear ache. GBA 13033

93 Euphorbia thymifolia L. 700-1200 Choti-dudhi H WP Whole plant is crushed with water and taken in times of diarrhoea and Digestive system 25745
cholera.
94 Emblica officinalis Gaertn. 200-1500 Amla T Fr Fruit juice is given to increase the flow of urine and acts as diuretic, also Venereal and urogenetial 25332
given in diarrhea, dysentery and to cure jaundice. system, digestive system,
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95 Mallotus philippensis (Lam.) Upto-1800 Ruain T Fr Reddish powder of ripe fruits mixed with rice water is given for the ex- Digestive system 20786
Müll. Arg. pulsion of round worms.
96 Ricinus communis L. Upto-2500 Arandi Sh Lf, Sd Leaf is warmed on fire and tied over Mammary gland to dissolve the Reproductive system, 12433
hardness. bones, muscles and joints
Oil extracted from seeds is massaged on painful joints.
Family- Fabaceae
97 Abrus precatorius L. 300-1200 Ratti Sh Rt, Sd Roots are crushed with water and used for treating gonorrhea and jaun- Venereal and urogenetial 24910
dice. system, liver and biliary
Seeds are used as abortifacient. system
Reproduction system
98 Atyloisia scarabaeoides 400-1200 -------- H Lf Leaves are crushed/ rubbed at painful part due to sciatica. Bones, muscles and 24152
Benth. Leaves are chewed to cure Tonsils. joints, GBA

99 Butea monosperma (Lam.) Upto-1200 T Fl Flowers are soaked in water; this water is applied on soles and palms to Nervous system, 25583
Taub. Dhak cure Insomenia. venereal and urogenetial
Paste is made from the flowers of Butea monosperma (Lamk.) Taub, system
Syzgygium aromaticum (L.) Merr., leaves of Urtica parviflora Roxb, and
applied externally as poultice to cure Hernia.

100 Crotalaria spectabilis Roth Upto-400 Chun-chuni H Lf Juice extracted is given orally to check dysentery. Digestive system 25344

101 Dalbergia sissoo Roxb. 200-1400 Sisam T Lf, Fl Leaf and flower extract is given in jaundice and liver disorders. Liver and biliary system 25664

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 102 Desmodium laburnifoli- Upto-1200 Sansarbhed Sh Rt Paste of root together with fruits of Dhatura metel L. is applied on Dermatological system 25011
um (Poir.) DC. the Cyst. Root of plant ground into paste, mixed in some water is and digestive system

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given in diarrhoea.

103 Dolichos lablab L. -------- Chimi H Lf Fresh juice is dropped in ear to get rid of ear ache. GBA 25364
104 Flemingia strobilifera (L.) 300-2300 Salparni H Rt Powder or decoction of root is administrated orally to cure asthma. Respiratory system 25270
R. Br.
105 Indigofera linnaei Ali 1500-2500 Latahai bel H WP, Lf Juice of whole plant is given in times of diarrhea. Digestive system 24771
Fresh leaf juice is applied on scalp to remove dandruff. Dermatological system
106 Trifolium repens L. 1500-2500 Tipatiya H WP Plant paste is applied as poultice on cuts and wounds. Dermatological system 24589
Family- Fagaceae
107 Quercus 140-2400 Banj T Fr Fruits are used as diuretic. Venereal and urogenetial 22432
leucotrichophora A.Camus system
Family-Fumariaceae
108 Corydalis govaniana Wall. 3000-4800 Bhutkesi H Rh Rhizome is heated with mustered oil and massaged on painful joints Bones, muscles and joints 23692
to cure arthritis.
109 Fumaria indica Pugsley Upto-1500 Pitta-papar H WP The whole plant is boiled in water and is used in itching, pimples and Dermatological system 9737
boils of skin.
Family- Gentianaceae
110 Swertia angustifolia Buch. 600-2600 Chirayata H WP, Rt Decoction of whole plant / cold infusion is used orally to cure fever. GBA 25110
-Ham. ex D. Don Root juice is taken to give relief from cold and cough. Respiratory system

111 Swertia chirayata 1500-2500 Chirayata H WP, Rt The wholeplant is dipped in water overnight and the bitter juice is Cardio-vascular system, 25156
(Roxb.ex. Fleming) taken the next morning to cure malarial fever. digestive system,
Karsten Decoction of the plant is used as tonic that influence on the digestive liver and biliary system,
organs and also used as anthelmintic, especially for children. respiratory system,
Juice of the root is taken to cure liver diseases; paste of the plant is GBA
also used in common ailments like cough, cold, asthma, headache bone, muscles and joints
and fever. dermatological system
Root, crush and paste are rubbed over joints for quick relief from
pain; leaves warmed and paste prepared with mustard oil are applied
over boils and scabies.

Family- Gesneriaceae
112 Didymocarpus pedicella- 500-2500 Ekpatta H Rt Root extract is given to cure kidney stones. Venereal and urogenetial 25099
tus R. Br. Decoction of roots mixed with Bans Mishri is given in leucorrhoea. system reproductive
system
Family-Helminthostachyaceae
113 Helminthostachys zeylan- Upto-600 Sansari/ Pteridophyte Rh Rhizome of the plant is cleaned thoroughly with water, crushed and Reproductive system 12038
ica (L.) Hook. Kamraj deeply boiled along with cow’s milk and decoction given with black
pepper (Piper nigrum) to the patients for two months.
The decoction of the rhizome is used for curing impotency.

Family- Hippocastanaceae

114 Aesculus indica (Wall. ex 1500-2500 Pagar T Fr Warm paste of fruit is applied on the joints during Rheumatic pain. Bone, muscles and joints 22221
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115 Curculigo Upto-1800 Kali-musli H Rt Root is made into paste and applied externally as an antidote against snake bite. Antidote, 25350
orchioides Gaertn. Root powder/ paste is administrated orally for Worm infestation. digestive system,
Root is boiled with milk and given in general debility. GBA
Family-Juglandaceae

116 Juglans regia L. 1000-3000 Akhrot T St Stem bark is rubbed and paste is applied on herpes, eczema, scrofula and Dermatological system, 21948
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system
Family-Lamiaceae
117 Ajuga bracteosa Wall. ex 1200-5100 Neelkanth H Lf The decoction of leaves is given to regulate menstrual cycle Reproductive system, 25711
Benth. Leaf juice is given to infants during high fever. GBA

118 Colebrookea oppositifo- 250-1700 Bursong Sh Lf Leaf is chewed and juice is swallowed in cough. Respiratory system 24944
lia Sm.
119 Coleus forskohlii (Willd.) 1000-2500 Pasan-bhed H Rt Root decoction is used to increase to crush the Kidney stone and to increase Venereal and urogenetial 24499
Briq. urine flow. system
120 Elsholtzia ciliata (Thunb.) 300-2000 ---------- H Fl Decoction/Infusion is given as diuretic. Venereal and urogenetial 1891
Hyl. system
121 Nepeta ciliaris L. 2300-3600 ------- H Lf, Decoction of dried leaves is mixed with 2-3 spoonfuls of honey to cure Cardio vascular system 25178
WP tuberculosis. Venereal and urogenetial
Whole plant decoction is acts as diuretic, given to cure painful urination. system
122 Ocimum sanctum L. 400-1000 Tulsi H Lf Juice of leaves with some piper powder is given in chronic fever, cold and GBA, respiratory system 18679

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cough.
123 Origanum vulgare L. 2600-3300 Van-Tulsi H WP Decoction of whole plant is given orally in urinary disorders. Venereal and urogenetial 22971
system
124 Pogostemone plactenthroides ------------- Masu-Peera H Lf Leaf paste is heated with ghee and applied on wounds. Dermatological system 25400
(Burm. f.) Kuntze ---
125 Roylea cinerea (D. Don) 1200-3700 Kaural Sh Lf, Infusion of leaves is given in throat diseases. GBA, digestive system 25517
Baill. Br Decoction of bark is given in times of Stomach ache and dysentery.

126 Salvia mukherjeea Bennet and 1000-1600 Ghaniya H Lf Leaf poultice is applied on forehead to cure migraine. Nervous system 20517
Raizada
127 Scutellaria repens Buch.- 700-2400 Kurkum H WP Whole plant decoction in water given with honey thrice a day to cure Digestive system 20501
Ham. ex D. Don hyper acidity.
128 Thymus linearis Benth. 2400-3300 Van-Ajwain H Fl, Infusion of flowers with water is given in whooping cough, bronchitis and Respiratory system, 25435
WP congested lungs, as a gargle for throat and mouth infections, and to help settling GBA, digestive system
indigestion and flatulence.
Family- Lauraceae
129 Cinnamomum tamala (Buch.- 400-2000 Dalchini T Lf Leaves are chewed; pills made from powdered leaves are taken for 4 days to Respiratory system 25579
Ham.) T. Nees and Nees cure cough and cold.
130 Litsea chinensis Lam. 1000- Meda-lakri T Fl, (a) Paste of flowers along with juice of leaves boiled in water is taken to cure Venereal and urogene- 24221
2000 Lf burning sensation during Urination. tial system, GBA,
(b) To increase physical strength and to avoid constipation the leaves are boiled digestive system
in water and the extracted juice is taken.
Family-Leeaceae

131 Leea alata Edgew. Upto-500 ----------- H Rt Roasted roots are powdered and administrated orally in constipation. Digestive system, 10825
Oil prepared from root is applied locally in boils. dermatological system
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132 Aloe barbadensis Mill. Upto-1800 Patkwar H Lf Leaf is heated on low flame and tied over the affected part to cure rheu- Bone, muscles and joints 15539
matic arthritis and gout. digestive system
Leaf juice is given in constipation and diarrhoea.
133 Chlorophytum tu- 800-1300 Safedmusali H Tb Fleshy bulbs are eaten with Ghee as tonic. GBA, reproductive 24148
berosum (Roxb.) Baker Grounded bulbs mixed with Piper longum L. is given to cure leucor- system
rhoea.
134 Drimia indica (Roxb.) 1200-2400 ------------ H Bb Juice of bulbs are given to induce vomiting to expel the poison. Antidote 15562
Jessop
135 Fritillaria roylei Hook. 3000-4000 Kakoli H Bb Bulbs are crushed and given with honey to cure asthma and bronchitis. Respiratory system 21921

136 Gloriosa superba L. 400-2200 Langli H Rt Paste of the root is applied externally on joints to cure Rheumatoid ar- Bone, muscles and joints 20825
thritis.
137 Lilium polyphyllum D. 1500-2200 --------- H Rt Decoction of Root is administrated orally as tonic in general debility. GBA 29454
Don
138 Paris polyphylla Sm. 1500-2400 SwetVach H Rt 1. Tuberous roots in the form of paste or poultice are used externally in Dermatological 25461
skin diseases, cuts and wounds and in any poisonous bite. system , antidote
2. Powder or infusion of root is taken orally to treat diarrhea and dysen- digestive system
tery.
139 Polygonatum cirrhifoli- 1700-3500 Meda H Rt Bulbs are eaten orally with milk to cure general debility. GBA 24319
um (Wall.) Royle
140 Polygonatum verticilla- 1500-3500 Mahameda H Rt Powder of bulbs is taken orally with honey in tuberculosis. Respiratory system, 24320
tum (L.) All. When bulbs are taken with milk, acts as tonic. Root powder is mixed reproductive system
with one glassful of water to cure Leucorrhoea.
Family- Linaceae
141 Reinwardtia indi- 30-2300 Pyoli H WP Whole plant paste is applied on wounds. Dermatological system 25772
ca Dumort.
Family-Loranthaceae
142 Dendrophthoe falcata L. Upto-1200 --------- Sh Lf Leaf paste is applied on Itching. Dermatological system 23852
f.
Family- Lygodiaceae
143 Lygodium flexuosum (L.) Upto-1200 Bariyari Pteridophyte Rh Paste of rhizome mixed with sugar is given to cure gonorrhoea. Venereal and urogenetial 24344
Sw. system
Family- Lythraceae
144 Woodfordia fruti- 200-1800 Dhaul Sh Lf Juice is good for treating dysentery. Digestive system 22997
cosa (L.) Kurz
Family- Malvaceae
145 Gossypium arboreum L. Upto-1500 Kapas Sh Sd Seeds are pasted and applied on fractured bone for bone setting. Bone, muscles and joints 23234
146 Sida cordifolia L. 400-1200 Bala Sh Rt, Stem bark or root powder is given in general debility. GBA 20326
St
147 Sida rhombifolia L. Uto-800 Atibala Sh Rt Decoction of roots with ginger is given in intermittent fever. GBA, venereal and 25197
The powdered root bark is administered with milk and sugar as treat- urogenetial system,
ment for urinary trouble and leucorrhoea. reproductive system

148 Urena lobata L. 200-1400 Van Pyaz Sh Bb Paste of whole plant is administrated orally with milk as tonic and to GBA 24947
cure body ache.
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149 Azadirachta indica A. Juss. Upto-1000 Neem T Lf Leaf paste with some salt is applied on abscess as dressing; it bursts with in 5-6 Dermatological system 24117
hours thereby reliving pain.

150 Melia azedarach L. 600-1400 Meetha T Lf Leaf decoction is drunk, it acts as diuretic. Venereal and urogenetial 22039
Neem System
151 Toona ciliata M. Roem. 200-1700 Toon T Br Bark is boiled with water and water extract is drunk to cure diabetes, fever and Metabolic disorders, 20738
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dysentery and gastric problems. Digestive system

Family-Menispermiaceae
152 Cissampelos pareira L. 200-2200 Patha H WP, Rt Whole plant is grounded and administrated orally during hyper acidity. same Digestive system 12062
application is given in diarrhoea, dysentery.
Roots are chewed during stomachache.
153 Tinospora cordifo- 200-1200 Gurj H St Decoction of stem is given orally during heart diseases. Cardio-vascular system, 23915
lia (Willd.) Miers Juice of Stem is administrated orally with honey to cure the acute attacks of respiratory system
asthma.
Family- Mimosaceae
154 Acacia catechu (L. f.) Willd. 200-1400 Khair T Br The bark of the tree is used in chronic diarrhea. Digestive system 20742
155 Acacia nilotica (L.) Willd. ex 200-1100 Babool T St, Br, The twig of the plant is used as natural tooth brush. The extract of fresh bark is Dental pathology and 25352
Delile Rs used as tonic. reproductive system
Gum is used as a powerful tonic after delivery if given with milk.
156 Albizia lebbeck (L.) Benth. 250-1000 Siris T Br Fresh Bark decoction is used three times daily in times of stomach troubles and Digestive system 20579
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157 Mimosa himalayana Gamble 300-1900 Aal Sh Lf Paste of leaves is applied on skin irruption. Dermatological system 23010

Family- Moraceae
158 Ficus benghalensis L. 300-1400 Bar, T Rt Root crushed and mixed with Bans Mishri is given to cure metrorrhagia. Reproductive system 18571
Bargad
159 Ficus palmata Forssk. 600-2300 Beru T Ltx Milky Latex is applied on boils, cuts and wounds. Dermatological system 2147

160 Ficus religiosa L. Upto-1600 Peepal T Br Bark grounded with turmeric powder is applied externally on cuts, wounds and Dermatological system 12946
skin diseases.
Family- Myrsinaceae
161 Embelia ribes Burm. f. 400-1500 Bi- Sh Sd Seeds are used in round worms as an antidote to snake bite. Digestive system antidote 1338
vidang
162 Myrsine indica 600-1400 ------- Sh Fr Fruit powder is given to children to kill worms. Digestive system 23547
Family- Myrtaceae
163 Syzygium cumini (L.) 300-1500 Jamun T Sd Seed powder/ decoction is given for treating diarrhea, dysentery and diabetes Digestive system metabolic 15770
Skeels patients. disorders
Family- Nyctaginaceae
164 Boerhaavia dif- 300-1200 Punernava H Lf Leaf juice of plant mixed with goat’s milk is dropped in eyes to cure cataract Ophthalmic diseases 25532
fusa var. hirsuta Kuntze problem.
165 Mirabilis jalapa L. Upto-2000 Gulbans H Lf, The Leaf juice mixed with water cures jaundice, dysentery, diarrhoea and Digestive system 25039
Br dyspepsia. Liver and biliary system
Bark is rubbed on burn scars. Dermatological system
166 Nyctanthes arbor-tristis L. ------------ Parijat Sh Lf Young leaves of Nyctanthes arbor-tristis L. and Zingiber officinale are taken Respiratory system 24967
together in equal quantities, boiled with water and taken twice a day for three
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167 Coelogyne cristata Lindl. 100-1800 Harjojan H Bb Bulbs are crushed and plastered on fractured bone for bone setting. Bone, muscles and joints 23895

168 Dactylorhiza hatagirea (D. 3200-3750 Salam-panja H Tb Fresh Roots are crushed in cold water and filtered and drunk to regularize Reproduction system, 25087
Don) Soó menstruation cycle for 15 days twice in a day. dermatological system
Dried and powdered tubers are mixed with two tablespoon mustard oil and
paste rubbed externally on the effected part to check the bleeding.
169 Habenaria intermedia D. 1500-2500 Ridhi H Tb Tubers are used as a general tonic. GBA 24504
Don
170 Malaxis acuminata D. Don 1600-3600 Jeevak H Tb Used as a tonic and to cure tuberculosis; slightly fried tubers are given to Cardio-vascular system, 24597
enhance sperm production. reproductive system
171 Satyrium nepalense D. Don 1400-2000 Salam-misri H Tb Decoction of the tubers mixed with milk and one tablespoon of honey was Reproductive system 29084
drunk to check the excessive bleeding during child birth and also acts as a
tonic.
Family- Oxalidaceae
172 Oxalis corniculata L. 300-2900 Chalmora H Lf Decoction of leaves is used as eye drops in cataract treatment. Ophthalmic diseases 25696

Family- Paeoniaceae
173 Paeonia emodi Wall. ex 2000-2500 Chandrain H Lf The leaves are eaten raw or as vegetable to cure dysentery and diarrhoea. Digestive system 21918
Royle
Family- Papaveraceae
174 Argemone mexicana L. 200-1500 Satyanasi H WP, Whole plant paste is applied on the affected part to cure Leprosy. Dermatological systems, 10742
Lf, Sd The Leaf decoction is given in ulcers and malarial fever. cardio- vascular system,
Seeds are useful in dropsy and jaundice. Yellow juice of plant is applied on liver and biliary system,
the scorpion sting. antidote
175 Papaver somniferum L. 500-1800 Post H Sd Decoction of Seeds is given in gout to reduce the frequency of pain. Bone, joints and muscles 13953

Family- Pittosporeaceae
176 Pittosporium erocarpum 1200-1500 Agnibai T Br Young stem bark is pasted and applied gently on and around boils twice a Dermatological system 5796
Royle day for one week to get complete cure.
Family-Pinaceae

177 Pinus rouxburghii Sarg. 1100-2100 Chir T Rs Used as poultice on suppurated boils. Dermatological system 23528

178 Abies pindrow Spach. 2400-4400 Talish-patra T Lf Juice of fresh leaves is administrated orally to cure fever. GBA 25782

Family- Piperaceae

179 Piper longum L. 200-1000 Peepli H Rt, Fr Root powder of Piper longum L. mixed with honey is taken during throat GBA 21113
infection. Respiratory systems
Powder or decoction of Fruit is administrated orally to cure cough.
Family- Plantaginaceae

180 Plantago major L. 1200-2600 Isabgol H Sd The husk of the Seeds yields colloidal mucilage, used to cure gastric Digestive system 25556
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181 Plumbago zeylanica L. Upto-1400 Chitrak H Rt Powdered root is given with milk to cure backache. GBA, reproductive systems 21930
Decoction of root if administrated orally, acts as abortifacient.

Family- Poaceae
182 Cynodon dactylon (L.) Pers. Upto-3000 Doob H W Entire above ground parts are crushed with water. Two to three drops of GBA 25974
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P this extract are poured in the nostril to cure nasal bleeding.

183 Desmostachys bipinnata (L.) Upto-800 Kush H Rt Its root paste is used along with milk against Rheumatism. Poultice made of Bone, joints and muscles, 7219
Stapf Roots is applied on carbuncle. dermatological system

184 Paspalum scrobiculatum L. 200-2200 Paplya H Rt Root extract mixed with water seems to be diuretic on drinking this water, Venereal and urogenetial 23281
. patient gets relief from painful urination. systems

185 Saccharum spontaneum L. 200-1800 Munja H Lf Leaf paste is applied on cuts and wounds to cure pus formation. Dermatological system 25184

186 Setaria italica (L.) P. Beauv. 900-2300 Kauni H Sd Seeds are cooked with water and given to patients suffering from chicken Dermatological system 7389
pox.
Seeds are also used as mattresses to cure same disease.
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187 Podophyllum hexandrum Royle 2800-4200 Bankakri H Rt The root paste is applied on ulcers, cuts and wounds. It is also used as pur- Dermatological system 24380
gative, for curing skin diseases and arresting tumors growth.

Family- Polygoniaceae

188 Polygonum affine D. Don 1600-4800 Inni H Rt Roots astringent, refrigerant and their extract is used for washing ulcers, Digestive systems 16480
Seed are purgative, emetic, and tonic also given in times of colic pain.
189 Polygonum nepalense Meisn. 1200-4100 -------- H Lf Leaves are chewed during Indigestion. Digestive systems 13690

190 Rheum australe D. Don 3000-4000 Dolu H Rt Roots heated mildly and plastered on fractured part covered with a band- Bones, joints and muscles 25094
age which reduces swelling, pain and fracture.
191 Rheum webbianum Royle 3600-4800 Tartri H Lf, A paste is made by the leaves and eaten to cure anorexia. The dry root is Digestive system, 16867
Rt powdered and mixed with water; a thick paste is applied externally on the bones, joints and muscles
affected part to cure swelling.
192 Rumex hastatus D. Don 1000-2600 Bhilmora H Lf Leaves are rubbed by the local against stings by insects. Antidote 19943

193 Rumex nepalensis Spreng. 1200-2500 Jangli H Lf Young leaves are crushed and applied on nettle stung portion for immedi- Antidote 25244
Palak ate relief.
Family- Ranunculaceae
194 Aconitum ferox Wall. ex Ser. 3100-3600 Meethavish H Rt The Root are chewed twice a day to control abdominal pain and Vomiting. Digestive systems 25092
Also used in Fever, Body ache, and as an Aphrodisiac tonic.

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 195 Aconitum heterophyl- 3000-3700 Ateesh H Rt Paste of dried root with water and sugar are taken orally and used to Digestive systems, GBA 23941
lum Wall. ex Royle treat diarrhoea, fever, body ache, and as an aphrodisiac tonic.

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196 Actaea spicata L. 2500-3700 Mamira H Rt Roots are chewed to cure asthma, nerves disorders, rheumatism and Respiratory system, nervous 20489
paralysis system, bones, joints and
muscles

197 Anemone obtusiloba D. Don 2300-4200 Kan- H Sd Seeds are emetic and oil from the seeds are given in rheumatism. The Bones, joints and muscles 25984
chphool decoction of the root bark is used for sores in the mouth. and dental pathology
198 Anemone rivularis Buch.- 3000-4000 Daiipha H Rh Decoction / powder is prepared from rhizomes to cure Respiratory systems 21654
Ham. Bronchitis.
199 Clematis orientalis L. 1500-3300 --------- Sh Lf, WP 1-2 drops of leaf juice is dropped into the ear to check migraine. Nervous system, 14911
Whole plant paste is used for scabies and eczema. dermatological system
200 Delphinium cashmeria- 3000-4000 Nirbishi H Rt, Fl Root decoction is given for purification of blood, heart problems, Blood diseases cardio- 2533
num Royle cough, typhoid, malaria and pneumonia fever, also applied on the vascular systems respiratory
place bitten by snake. systems antidote (against
Flower extract is used for eye redness and glaucoma and particularly snake bite) ophthalmic
for infections of eyes. diseases

201 Ranunculus laetus Wall. ex 1500-1800 Ainuwa H Lf, St Leaf and stem paste is externally applied to cure boils. Dermatological system 25648
Royle

202 Thalictrum foliolosum DC. 1300-3400 Mamira H Rt Roots are grounded and applied on wounds, swellings. Dermatological systems and 25101
Decoction of root is taken to cure uterine tumors, paralysis and nerv- nervous systems
ous disorders.
Family-Rhamnaceae

203 Zizyphus mauritiana Lam. 200-1200 Ber T Fr Fruit juice is given in diarrhoea. Digestive system 25405

Family- Rosaceae

204 Cotoneaster sp. 2000-5400 --------- Sh Rt Root decoction is made and drunk to treat scrofula. Dermatological system 24890

205 Geum elatum Wall. ex G. 3400-4200 ------------ H WP Whole plant juice is given is taken during diarrhoea. Digestive systems 25149
Don
206 Potentilla fulgens Wall. ex 1600-4800 Bajradanti H Rt, Lf Root and leaf decoction is useful in teeth cleaning, toothache and Dental pathology 25734
Hook. pyorrhea.
207 Prinsepia utilis Royle ------------ Bhekol Sh Rt Root extract is taken orally as an antidote to neutralize the effect of Antidote (against poison), 23553
poison intake. Root paste after heating at low temperature in an earth- dermatological systems
en pot is applied on wounds.

208 Prunus cerasoides Buch.- 1200-2500 Padam T Br Decoction of bark is given to decrease the muscular pain and Swell- Bone, muscles and joints 23524
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 209 Rosa macrophylla Lindl. 2100-3800 Jangli Gulab Sh Fl Petals are chewed during diarrhoea. Digestive system 20498
210 Rubus ellipticus Sm. 1100-2400 Hisalu Sh Rt Root of R. ellipticus Sm. with powder of pepper nigrum L. is given Digestive system 24623
to cure stomachache.
211 Rubus paniculatus Sm. 1600-2900 Kala Hisalu Sh Rt Root is grounded with water and given to control dysentery. Digestive system 25630

Family- Rubiaceae
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212 Gallium aparine L. 2000-4200 Kuri H Lf, WP Dried leaves are powdered and applied on scars to remove it. whole Dermatological system and 25514
plant is grinded in water and this preparation is used in worm infes- digestive system
tation.
213 Leptodermis lanceola- 1800-3500 Chirar Sh Lf, Fl Leaves and flowers are boiled with water and filtered water is drunk GBA 25201
ta Wall. to cure fever.

214 Rubia cordifolia L. 1200-2200 Manjith H WP Whole plant pulp rubbed with honey is recommended as a cure for Dermatological system 25428
. acne and dark spots on face.
Family-Rutaceae
215 Aegle marmelos (L.) 600-1100 Bel T Lf, Fr Leaves of Aegle marmelos (L.) Corr, Azadirachta indica Juss. and Metabolic disorders, 25402
Corrêa powder of Piper nigrum L.is given to the patient of diabetes. Fruit physical irritants, digestive
juice is given to get rid from heat strokes and constipation. system

216 Boenninghausenia albiflo- 600-3300 Pissumar H Lf, Rt Poultice of leaf and red soil (Geru) is applied on burn scars to check Dermatological system 25204

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ra (Hook.)Meisn. the sensation.
217 Glycosmis arbor- 200-1000 Ban Nimbu, T Br, Rt Root bark is boiled with salt and decoction is given to the patient Dental pathology and GBA 4445
ea (Roxb.) DC. Makranda suffering from pyorrhea. Powder of root is administrated orally with
sugar to cure fever.

218 Skimmia laureola (DC.) 2400-3200 Ner-Pati Sh Rt, Lf Paste of root is used as antidote against snake and scorpion sting. Antidote (against snake bite), 24999
Siebold and Zucc. ex Dried leaves are burnt and inhaled to cure sinus under nasal tract. GBA
Walp.
219 Zanthoxylum armatum 1100-2500 Timoor T St Stem twig is used to brush the teeth to check bad breath and pyor- Dental pathology 25174
DC. rhea.
Family- Sapindaceae
220 Sapindus mukoros- 800-1500 Reetha T Fr Fruit powder is given at intervals to regain the consciousness. Nervous system 20607
si Gaertn.

Family- Saxifragaceae

221 Berginia ligulata Engl. 1600-3200 Silphora H Rh Rhizome powder or decoction is given orally to cure Kidney stones. Venereal and urogenital 24860
system
222 Bergenia stracheyi (Hook. 3600-4200 Siilphari, H Rh Fresh rhizome are removed and washed thoroughly, cut in to pieces Venereal and urogenital 22861
f. and Thomson) Engl. Silphora and chewed like candy to cure urinary and kidney trouble. system

223 Saxifraga diversifo- 3000-4000 Silyans H Rt Root decoction is used as vermifuge. Digestive system 27841
lia Wall. ex Ser.

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224 Bacopa monnieri (L.) 600-1000 Brahmi H WP Juice of whole plant is given in mental illness. Nervous system 24577
Pennell. 2.-3 drops are dropped in eyes to cure conjunctivitis. Ophthalmic diseases
225 Digitalis purpurea L. 1000-1800 Tilpushpi H Lf Leaf juice/decoction is used as cardio tonic. Cardio-vascular system 25577

226 Lindenbergia indica Vatke 300-2600 Makari-Jhar H Rt Root is grounded and given to infant babies to cure throat problems. GBA 21380

227 Picrorhiza kurrooa Royle 3300-4800 Kutki H Rh Rhizome decoction boiled mildly for 5-10min and flavored with honey GBA and digestive system 25001
ex Benth. is given to cure stomach ache.
Rhizome powder and black pepper mixed with honey is given orally to
cure high fever.
228 Verbascum thapsus L. 1000-4000 Aklbeer H Fl, Lf Powder of flowers are mixed with mustered oil is applied on boils. leaf Dermatological system and 25167
juice is dropped in eyes to cure cataract. ophthalmic diseases

Family- Smilaceae
229 Smilax aspera L. 1200-2600 ---------- Sh Rt Root paste is given orally with water to get rid from diarrhoea. Digestive system 23516

Family- Solanaceae
230 Datura metel L. 300-1200 Datura H WP Decoction of whole plant is given to cure fever. GBA and dermatological 25236
Warm leaves are tied over affected part to cure boils. system
231 Datura stramonium L. 200-2200 Krishna- Datu- H Fl, Juice of flower is dropped in ear during earache. GBA and dermatological 23834
ra Sd The paste prepared of roasted seeds of drug in mustered oil is applied system (Infection)
locally on ring worm.
232 Solanum anguivi L. ----------- Baigan Bhatta Sh Rt Root is tied as belt around back to cure hernia. Venereal and urogenital 14158
system
233 Solanum nigrum L. 800-3000 Gewain, H WP Juice of whole plant is administrated orally during intermittent fever. GBA and liver and biliary 24283
Makoi Juice of whole plant is given to cure Jaundice. system
234 Solanum xantho- ----- Kant-Kari H Sd Fumes of seeds are inhaled to check attacks of asthma. Respiratory system 25530
carpum Schrad. and H.
Wendl.
235 Withania somnifera (L.) 800-1400 Aswagandha Sh Lf, Decoction of the leaves is taken as remedy for worm infestation. Digestive system, 24970
Dunal Rt The root powder mixed with black pepper used in rheumatic swellings. bones, muscles and joints

Family-Sterculiaceae
236 Helicteres isora L. Upto-1000 Bendu, Sh Rt Roots of Helicteres isora L. together with Flowers of Punica granatum Reproductive system, 18292
Marorphali L. and black piper is given to facilitate the delivery. digestive system
Root is crushed with water, one spoon of sugar is added and taken
orally in diarrhoea.

Family-Taxaceae

237 Taxus baccata subsp. 1800-3400 Thuner T St, Lf Decoction of stem bark is administrated orally to cure cough. Respiratory system 24870
wallichiana (Zucc.) Pilg.

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238 Daphne cannabina Wall. ex 1400-2300 Satpura Sh Rt Roots are boiled with mustered oil and massaged on painful Bones, muscles and 225086
Steud joints. joints
Family- Tiliaceae
239 Grewia optiva 150-1800 Bheemal T Fr, Br Grounded fruits are given to facilitate delivery. Reproductive 25076
(Buch.-Ham. ex Roxb.) JR. Bark is used as shampoo to remove dandruff. System,
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Drumm. ex Burret. dermatological

system
240 Grevillea robusta Burch. 100-1800 ----------- T Lf Leaf paste mixed with mustered oil is applied on burn scars. Dermatological 2028
system
241 Triumfetta 500-1500 Leswa- Sh Lf Leaves are pounded with curd and applied on cuts and Dermatological 25468
rhomboidea Jacq. Kura wounds for healing purpose. system

Family- Urticaceae
242 Urtica dioica L. 3000-4500 Sisoon Sh Lf Flogging of leaf is done during bone fracture. Bones, joints and 25889
muscles
243 Urtica parviflora Roxb. 600-3000 Bichhu Sh Lf Flogging of leaf is done during bone fracture. Bones, joints and 25808
muscles
Family- Valerianaceae
244 Nardostachys grandiflora 3200-4000 Jatamasi H Rt Locally roots are used as incense. The smoke is given to the Nervous system, 24996

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DC. patient of epilepsy at the time of fits. bones, joints and
Roots are boiled with ghee and used to cure joint pain. muscles
245 Valeriana wallichii DC. 1500-3300 Sameo H Rt Root decoction is given in mental disorders. Nervous system 25089
Roots also act as insecticide.
Family- Verbenaceae
246 Callicarpa macrophylla Vahl 300-1500 Daya Sh Lf, Fr Leaves are heated and tied over affected painful joints and Bones, muscles and 2565
rheumatic pain. Fruits are eaten during urinary trouble. joints, venereal and
Fruit paste mixed with yoghurt is eaten to cure mouth urogenital system
blisters.
247 Clerodendron serratum (L.) 300-1600 Bharangi Sh Lf, Rt Leaves are taken raw or are mixed with vegetable for curing Metabolic disorders, 2503
Moon diabetes, high blood pressure and asthma. Leaves are boiled cardio-vascular
and steam is inhaled to cure gonorrhea. system, respiratory
system venereal and
urogenital system

248 Vitex negundo L. 100-1300 Nirgundi Sh Lf Leaf juice is dropped in eyes to cure redness. Ophthalmic 25175
2-3 drops are dropped in nose to cure the migraine. diseases, nervous
Leaves are pounded with rice and water made into a syrup, system, venereal and
given to patient suffering from syphilis. urogenital system

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Family- Violaceae
249 Viola 1400-2600 Banfsa H WP Decoction of whole plant is used during Respiratory 22600
canescens Wall. cold, cough and fever. system
Family-Vitaceae
250 Cissus Upto-1100 Ratgal Sh Rt Root mixed with Piper nigrum L. is Bone, 15577
quadrangula L. grounded and applied externally to muscles and
decrease Swelling and inflammation. joints
Fresh and tuberous roots are pounded
together with some salt and applied on
fractures bone for 1-2 months for bone
setting.
Family- Zingiberaceae
251 Curcuma 800-1300 Jangli Haldi H Rh Decoction of root or roots dipped in Liver and 24573
angustifolia Roxb. water for overnight is taken in jaundice. biliary system

252 Curcuma amada L. 700-1300 Bayada H Rh A gruel of rhizome with milk acts as a GBA, 2825
fantastic nutrient. Roasted rhizomes reproductive
taken with Syzigum aromaticum (L.) system
Merr. is said to cure leucorrhea.
253 Hedychium spi- 1000-2000 Sathi H Rh Powder of rhizome is used orally in Nervous 24059
catum Buch.-Ham. ex neuro-muscular disorders. system
Sm.
254 Roscoea al- 2000-3500 Kakoli H Rh Rhizomes grounded with milk are given Reproductive 22083
pina Royle to the newly formed mother to get rid system
from weakness.
255 Roscoea pur- 1500-3000 Kakoli H Rh Rhizomes grounded with milk are given Reproductive 22112
purea Smith to the newly formed mother to get rid system
from weakness
Family- Zygophyllaceae
256 Tribulus terrestris L. Upto-600 Gokhru H Sd Seeds are fried in Ghee and given to the Respiratory 14087
patient suffering from asthma system

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The recorded plant species were used in curing region. The present study provides comprehensive
about 108 ailments. Most of the plant species were used database on the diversity, distribution, and utilization
to cure more than one ailment. Since the number of pattern and plant part used for the medicines in
ailments is quite high, in order to describe and to include traditional medicinal systems in kumaun. Such baseline
all of them in the analysis, the ailments were categorized information on the useful species is very much important
and grouped into fourteen broad classes of diseases. The to access the population in wild and identify their
highest numbers of plant species were documented to conservation and economic values. This information is
cure dermatological problems (69 species, 18%), also useful in developing strategies for the conservation
followed by digestive disorders (63 species, 16%), and management of the species that are under high
generalized body ache (43 species,11%), Reproductive anthropogenic pressure. Around 90% of the plant species
disorders (35 species, 9%), bone/muscles/joints disorders utilized as a part of herbal industry and conventional
(32 species, 8%), venereal and urinogenetial disorders systems of medications are straight forwardly separated
(29 species, 8%), respiratory disorders (25 species 6%), from wild, majority of which originates from sub-alpine
nervous disorders (18 species, 7%), others (16 species, zones and alpine zones of the Himalaya (Uniyal et al.,
4%), cardio vascular disorders (14 species, 4%), liver 2002). Aconitum heterophyllum Wall. ex Royle, Angelica
and billiary disorders (12 species, 3%), antidotes (12 glauca Edgew, Arnebia benthamii (Wall. ex G. Don) IM.
species, 3%), metabolic disorders (7 species, 3%), Jhonston, Dactylorhiza hatagirea (D. Don) Soo,
physical Irritants (3 species, 1%) (Figure 5). Plants were Nardostachys grandiflora DC., Picrorhiza kurrooa
the major ingredients in these medical formulations. The Royle ex Benth., Podophyllum hexandrum Royle, Rheum
common ailments were cough and cold, followed by skin austral D. Don, Rheum webbianum Royle,
diseases, dysentery, arthritis and cuts and wounds. Rhododendron anthopogon D. Don are some of alpine
species which are facing excessive pressure on wild
DISCUSSION populations due to continuous extraction from wild for
In spite of the improvement of provincial health trade. Grazing is another factor that is carrying out
administrations, villagers still utilize medicinal herbs to a pressure on these species by both migratory animals of
substantial surviving for treatment of basic illness like transhumance i.e. sheep, horses and goats of the
cough, cold, fever, headache, and body ache, inhabitants of adjacent lower valleys during snow free
constipation, dysentery, cuts, burns, boils, ulcer, skin and period (Ram and Singh, 1994). It can influence the
respiratory ailments and so forth. The list of plants used vegetation by altering it’s composition, structure, and
in the treatment of various ailments and the formulations productivity. These effects are described variously by
made by the vaidyas is diverse. Even within the minor (Kala et al., 1998; Kala and Rawat, 1999).
altitudinal variations one can find diversified uses of the In the tropical and sub-tropical region, Berberis
same plant species. Attempts have been made to explore, aristata DC., Swertia angustifolia Buch.-Ham. ex D.
identify and prepare an inventory of plant resources of Don, Paris polyphylla Sm., Polygonatum cirrhifolium
this region (Dhar et al., 1997; Pande et al, 1998; Kala, (Wall.) Royle, Polygonatum verticilatum (L.) All.,
2000; Pande and Joshi, 2001; Tewari and Pande, 2010; Habinaria intermedia D. Don, Malaxis acuminata
Pant et al., 2009 and 2011; Bhatt et al., 2009, 2010, Lindl., Zanthoxylum armatum DC., Berginia ligulata
Kumari et al., 2009 and 2011). Such studies give an idea (Wall.) Engler, Tribulus terrestris L. are the medicinal
about the existing status of plant resources of a particular plant species which are also facing the threat of habitat

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