Ethnobotanical study of medicinal plant in Djerba island, Tunisia

An ethnobotanical study on Djerba Island, Tunisia, identifies 86 medicinal plants with significant traditional pharmacopoeia uses, primarily from the Asteraceae family. The research documents diverse plant applications, with leaves being the most utilized part (59%) and decoction as the predominant preparation method. This cataloguing effort highlights the island's rich botanical heritage, offering a valuable database for future scientific exploration of natural substances. The study employed semi-structured interviews and direct observations over one year, engaging both local residents and non-residents to capture comprehensive traditional knowledge.

Ben Salah, M., Barhoumi, T., & Abderraba, M. (2019). Ethnobotanical study of medicinal plant in Djerba island, Tunisia. Arabian Journal of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants, Vol 5, No 2 (2019). https://doi.org/10.48347/IMIST.PRSM/AJMAP-V5I2.16487