by T. Pullaiah (Editor), K. V. Krishnamurthy (Editor), Bir Bahadur (Editor)

Ethnobotany of India, Volume 5: The Indo-Gangetic Region and Central India is a comprehensive book that explores the ethnobotanical aspects of the Indo-Gangetic region and Central India. This book is the fifth and final volume in the Ethnobotany of India series, which aims to bring together information on the ethnobotany of different regions of India. With contributions from expert authors, this book provides valuable insights into the traditional knowledge, practices, and uses of plants in the region.

One of the key features of this volume is its focus on the ethnobotanical aspects of the Indo-Gangetic region and Central India. The authors have carefully selected plants from these regions and provided detailed information on their traditional uses and medicinal properties. The book covers various aspects of ethnobotany, including ethnoecology, traditional agriculture, cognitive ethnobotany, traditional pharmacognosy, ethnoconservation strategies, bioprospection of ethno-directed knowledge, and documentation and protection of ethnobotanical knowledge.

The book begins by exploring the ethnic diversity of the people in the region. It delves into the various food plants used by indigenous populations and the traditional methods of food preparation. Additionally, it examines the ethnomedical aspects of plants in the region, highlighting their hepatoprotective properties, uses in alleviating skin diseases, contraceptive uses, and more. The book also sheds light on the trade in Indian medicinal plants and explores multidisciplinary approaches for herbal medicine exploration.

Each chapter in this volume provides detailed information about the plants studied, including their scientific names, specific parts used, and their traditional uses. The authors aim to provide a comprehensive overview of the what, how, and why of plant usage in the Indo-Gangetic region and Central India. The book is complemented by 23 color and 6 black-and-white illustrations, which enhance the reader’s understanding of the plants and their uses.

The Ethnobotany of India series consists of five volumes that collectively present the ethnobotanical knowledge of India. These volumes aim to compile and preserve India’s ancient and culturally rich traditions of plant usage. The series will be of great value to scholars and researchers in the fields of botany, plant sciences, pharmacognosy, pharmacology, and nutraceuticals. Additionally, it highlights the importance of preserving plant biodiversity in the face of environmental degradation, as the loss of plants directly impacts cultural diversity.

Overall, Ethnobotany of India, Volume 5: The Indo-Gangetic Region and Central India is an essential resource for anyone interested in the traditional knowledge and uses of plants in this region. With its in-depth coverage, expert contributors, and beautiful illustrations, this book provides a comprehensive understanding of the ethnobotanical aspects of the Indo-Gangetic region and Central India.

Product Details

• Series: Ethnobotany of India
• eBook Digital: 714 pages
• Publisher: Apple Academic Press; 1 edition (July 15, 2017)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1771885998
• ISBN-13: 978-1771885997
• Package Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.1 x 1.4 inches