Underexplored Medicinal Plants from Sub-Saharan Africa: A Comprehensive Guide

By Namrita Lall (Author), this book delves into the therapeutic potential of underutilized and underexplored medicinal plants in sub-Saharan Africa. It provides a detailed analysis of these plants, including their botanical description, geographical distribution, ethnobotanical usage, chemical constituents, sample and standard preparations and methods, and pharmacological properties.

Expert contributors from South Africa, Mauritius, Seychelles, Cameroon, and Nigeria have come together to compile this valuable resource for researchers, academics in pharmacology, ethnopharmacology, medicinal plant sciences, and more.

The book offers a comprehensive selection of rarely explored plants that have been underestimated for their therapeutic value. Each species is presented with a summary table of structures of any known natural products, including details of plant source and observed activity (e.g., anticancer, antibacterial).

Published by Elsevier Science on November 7, 2019, this book is available in English. The ISBNs are 9780128168141 and 9780128168219. It serves as a valuable resource for those interested in the therapeutic potential of underutilized medicinal plants in sub-Saharan Africa.

With its expert contributions and comprehensive analysis, this book is a must-have for researchers, academics, and professionals in the field of pharmacology, ethnopharmacology, and medicinal plant sciences. It provides a wealth of information on the therapeutic potential of underexplored plants in sub-Saharan Africa, making it an essential reference for those looking to explore new avenues in healthcare.