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VOL. 11, ISSUE 1 (2026)
Traditional medicinal plants used in the treatment of diabetes in Bastar district (Chhattisgarh)
Authors
Bhagwan Prasad Sahu
Abstract
Diabetes mellitus is one of the most common
chronic diseases affecting people worldwide. In many rural and tribal areas,
traditional medicinal plants are widely used for the management of diabetes due
to their accessibility, affordability, and effectiveness. The present study
aims to document traditional medicinal plants used for the treatment of
diabetes by tribal communities in Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
Information was collected through field surveys, interviews, and discussions
with local traditional healers, Baigas, and knowledgeable elders of the tribal
communities. The study recorded several plant species belonging to different
families that are traditionally used in the treatment of diabetes. Various
plant parts such as leaves, bark, fruits, seeds, and stems are used for
preparing herbal remedies. These medicines are generally prepared in the form
of decoctions, powders, juices, and extracts. Plants such as Gymnema
sylvestre, Momordica charantia, Syzygium cumini, Ficus
racemosa, and Costus igneus were commonly reported for diabetes
management. The findings of the study highlight the rich ethnomedicinal
knowledge of tribal communities and their dependence on forest resources for
primary healthcare. Documentation of such traditional knowledge is important
for conservation of medicinal plants and may also provide valuable information
for future pharmacological research and development of new antidiabetic drugs.
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Pages:355-360
How to cite this article:
Bhagwan Prasad Sahu "Traditional medicinal plants used in the treatment of diabetes in Bastar district (Chhattisgarh)". International Journal of Botany Studies, Vol 11, Issue 1, 2026, Pages 355-360
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