Plants used by Gond and Baiga women in ethnogynaecological disorders in Achanakmar wild life sanctuary, Bilaspur, C.G.

Abstract

Traditional medicines are still under practice in Indian villages and have been developed through experience of many generations. The present communication reports first hand information gathered on 20 plant species traditionally used by Gond and Baiga women of Achanakmar wildlife sanctuary, Bilaspur for the treatment of various diseases and disorders related to gynaecological problems. Valuable information about the medicinal uses of certain plants against various diseases of the Gond and Baiga women were obtained through personal interviews and collection. The botanical names, families, local name, and locality of these collections are also given along with medicinal uses.