Ethnobotanical study of Medicinal plants used to treat Human and Animal Diseases in Barshitakli Tehsil Dist. Akola. (MS)

Barshitakli Taluka is an agriculturally dominated region where crops such as cotton, soybeans, wheat, and pulses are widely cultivated. Along with crop production, farmers commonly rear livestock including sheep, goats, cows, and buffaloes, making traditional veterinary medicine an important part of rural healthcare practices. The present study was conducted to document ethnobotanical knowledge related to the treatment of human and animal ailments in the villages of Barshitakli Taluka. Data were collected from June 2024 to February 2025 through seasonal field visits to different villages. A comprehensive ethnobotanical survey was carried out using interviews and discussions with experienced tribal informants who possess traditional knowledge of medicinal plants. Information regarding plant species, their local names, parts used, preparation methods, and therapeutic applications was systematically recorded. The study highlights the significant role of indigenous knowledge in primary healthcare and emphasizes the need for proper documentation and conservation of medicinal plant resources and traditional practices for future generations.

Medicinal Plants, Human & Animal Diseases, Barshitakli.

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