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Medicinal plants of North-western Himalayas with superb curative properties mentioned in the indigenous Materia Medica, are finding application in modern bio-pharmaceuticals. But, due to lack of information regarding the identification, classification and therapeutic values, the knowledge on the value of these is getting reduced. The development of the traditional systems of medicine with the attitude of safety, efficacy and distinction will not only help to safeguard the traditional legacy of Himalayas but also to streamline the utilization of natural products in the health care.
…The revival interest in herbal medicine is a worldwide phenomenon…
Mark Blumenthal
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Gupta, P., Sharma, V.K., Sharma, S. (2014). Indigenous Materia Medica . In: Healing Traditions of the Northwestern Himalayas. SpringerBriefs in Environmental Science. Springer, New Delhi. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-81-322-1925-5_6
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