Ayurvedic medicinal plant used for healthcare by Tharu tribes of Balrampur district (U.P.)

Abstract

This study is an outcome of repetitive field trips made in Sohelwa forest during 2016 and 2017. About 15 species were collected from different localities. The extensive surveys were carried out in different areas of district Bahraich, Shrawasti, Balrampur and Gonda during February-March 2017. Historical aspects were studied with the help of local people and inventory is prepared. The documentation including name of deity, extent and status of total area has also been carried out. The inhabitants of the area have to use the wild edible plants for various purposes and dependant on surrounding plant resources for a long time for their food and other cultural purposes. The tribes of the state largely depend on forests for their livelihood and have acquired a vast knowledge about plant wealth and utilization of forest products. An Ethno botanical field study reveals that the ethnic people have considerable traditional knowledge of wild edible plants and their utilization. Different plants available in the locality used by the tribals. The sustainable harvesting and management issue of Ethmedicinal species are discussed in view of their conservation and managements.