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Medicinal Plants Used by Traditional Healers in Sangurur, Elgeyo Marakwet County, Kenya.
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Abstract
backgroundAlthough herbal medical products are still widely used in Kenya, many of the medicinal plants used by traditional medical practitioners (TMPs) have not been documented, despite several challenges that are now threatening the sustainability of the practice.
objectiveTo document the medicinal plants and healing methods used by TMPs in a region of Kenya with several recognized herbalists for potential research. MATERIALS AND
methodsSemi-structured interviews, group discussions, and direct observations were used to collect ethnopharmacological information. The participant's bio-data, clinical conditions treated, methods of treatment, medicinal plants used, methods of preparation and administration, and dosage forms were recorded.
resultsA total of 99 medicinal plants and 12 complementary preparations employed in the treatment of 64 medical conditions were identified. The most widely used plant was
conclusionsWe have documented several plants with potential therapeutic effects. Further research may be conducted to determine their efficacy. SUMMARY: The medicinal plants used by traditional healers in a community which still practices herbal medicine in Kenya were documented. A total of 99 medicinal plants and 12 complementary preparations employed in the treatment of 64 medical conditions were identified. Further research may be carried out in order to determine their therapeutic efficacies.
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