Medicinal plants of the world : an illustrated scientific guide to important medicinal plants and their uses

Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Van Wyk, Ben-Erik (Author), Wink, Michael (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Singapore : Times Edtions , c2004
Subjects:
Table of Contents:
  • Introduction
  • Medicine systems of the world
  • Plant parts used
  • Dosage forms
  • Use of medicinal plant products
  • Active ingredients
  • Quality control and safety
  • Efficacy of medicinal plant products
  • Regulation of herbal remedies and phytomedicines
  • The plants in alphabetical order
  • Health disorders and medicinal plants
  • Overview of secondary metabolites and their effects
  • Quick guide to commercialised medicinal plants