| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3454666 | Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease | 2012 | 7 Pages |
ObjectiveTo explore and enumerate the medicinal plants used by the Chorei tribe residing in Sourthern Assam part of North Eastern India in the treatment of various ailments.MethodsSystematic and intensive field surveys were conducted in Chorei inhabited parts of Southern Assam part of North East India to collect information on medicinal plants used by them in treatment of various ailments. Data was collected through structured questionnaires and personal observations made during the field visit.ResultsA total of 53 different medicinal plants were recorded along with their vernacular names, parts used and mode of utilization by the Chorei tribes. Each of the plants was categorized according to their use in treatment of particular disease.ConclusionsThe present study revealed that the Chorei tribe is primarily dependent of medicinal plant for treatment of various ailments.
