International Journal of Botany and Horticulture Research(IJBHR)

Department of Veterinary Public Health and Preventive, University of Abuja, Nigeria

Publications

• Research Article   
  An Inventory of Medicinal and Poisonous Plants of the National Veterinary Research Institute Vom, Plateau State, Nigeria
  Author(s): Akpojosevbe Edirin James*, Ishaku Leo Elisha, Akogwu Emmanuel Itodo, Tondo Bernard Kpensalen, Hong Jo-seph, Zainab Muhammad, Oyebade Kehinde Funmi, Makoshi Micah Shehu, Shok Blessing Zataat, Okpalaeke Emilia Ebere, Joy Gararawa Usman, Gotep Jurbe Gofwan, Kwaja Elisha Zailani, Barde Israel Joshua, Bitrus Yakubu and Muhammad Maryam
  
  Traditional medicinal plants are still commonly used for primary healthcare in developing countries, and this study seeks to identify the types of medicinal plants present in our community and document the knowledge of poisonous plants. The study area was divided into four blocks, and the plants within each block were identified through a field survey using Android phones equipped with Google lens and GPS. Local and scientific names of the medicinal plants were identified using photographs, herbaria, and references. The study found a total of 98 medicinal plant species belonging to 41 plant families, with Fabaceae, Euphorbiaceae, and Lamiaceae families having the highest number of species. This study is significant for conserving traditional medicinal plants and adding to the inventory of medicinal plants in the area for conservation purposes. Furthermore, it is essential for public h.. Read More»
  

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