DOI: 10.36347/sajb.2024.v12i05.001

Pages: 104-109

In our current research, we documented the herbal medicines utilized by traditional healers in Karambai Village, Tirunelveli District, Tamil Nadu, India. Adhering to the ethical guidelines of the International Society of Ethnobotany, we conducted interviews with 20 informants, consisting of 7 men and 13 women aged between 45 and 75. Our study revealed that the traditional healers in Karambai Village used a total of 32 medicinal plants to address various illnesses within the community. It was observed that a variety of plant parts were utilized by the traditional healers. The incorporation of plant materials in traditional medicine has the potential to significantly benefit general healthcare. Moreover, these medicinal plants are perceived as safe and cost-effective, making them viable for integration into primary healthcare in comparison to modern drugs.