The Basic Handbook of Indian Ethnobotany and Traditional Medicine [Volume: 2]

Shak (Vegetables) as Traditional Medicine in Medinipur District in West Bengal Somnath Das Assistant Professor, Department of Education, CDOE, The University of Burdwan, West Bengal, India Subhabrata BondopadhyayAssistant Professor, Department of Education, Boinchee College of Education, West Bengal, India Published online:15 December, 2023 DOI:: https://doi.org/10.52756/bhietm.2023.e02.016 Keywords: Shak (vegetables), traditional treatment, medicinal benefits Abstract: Various traditional vegetables […]

Potential Applications of Traditional Medicinal Plants for Treating Sleep Disorders Nithar Ranjan MadhuDepartment of Zoology, Acharya Prafulla Chandra College, New Barrackpore, Kolkata-700131, West Bengal, India https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4198-5048 Bhanumati SarkarDepartment of Botany, Acharya Prafulla Chandra College, New Barrackpore, Kolkata-700131, West Bengal, India https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9410-9311 Nikhil Chandra HalderDepartment of Botany, Uluberia College, Uluberia, Howrah, West Bengal, Pin–711315, India Biplab

A Survey of Medicinal Plants on Acharya Prafulla Chandra College Campus Bhanumati SarkarDepartment of Botany, Acharya Prafulla Chandra College, New Barrackpore, Kolkata-700131, West Bengal, India. https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9410-9311 Sangram PolleyDepartment of Zoology, Acharya Prafulla Chandra College, New Barrackpore, Kolkata-700131, West Bengal, India. https://orcid.org/0009-0000-9373-8175 Nikhil Chandra HalderDepartment of Botany, Uluberia College, Uluberia, Howrah, West Bengal, Pin–711315, India. Goutam

Phytoremediation of indoor air pollution using indoor plants Sujata Roy MoulikAssistant Professor, Department of Zoology, Chandernagore College, Chandernagore, Hooghly, West Bengal, India. Published online: 15th December, 2023 DOI: https://doi.org/10.52756/bhietm.2023.e02.013 Keywords: Air pollution, Indoor pollution, Phytoremediation, medicinal plants. Abstract: Pollution is everywhere, within our homes. This has been a major concern as indoor air pollution is

Ethnomedicinal plants with antibacterial activity Sutapa Maiti1Research Scholar, Vidyasagar University, Department of Botany &Forestry, Midnapore, 721102, West Bengal, India. https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3518-8547 Nilanja Banerjee2Assistant Professor, Vidyasagar University, Department of Botany & Forestry, Midnapore, 721102, West Bengal, India. https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7863-153X Published online: 15th December, 2023 DOI:https://doi.org/10.52756/bhietm.2023.e02.012 Keywords: Multidrug resistant bacteria, antimicrobial activity, phytochemicals, ethnomedicinal plant. Abstract: Despite the successful

DNA barcoding and medicinal plants Sujata Roy MoulikDepartment of Zoology, Chandernagore College, Chandernagore, Hooghly, West Bengal, India. Published online: 15th December, 2023 DOI: https://doi.org/10.52756/bhietm.2023.e02.011 Keywords: DNA barcoding, medicinal plants, metabarcoding, gene sequence. Abstract: Medicinal plants are used in several societies. It has been practiced worldwide for centuries to use herbs for maintaining a healthy life,

Quercetin: A Promising Bioflavonoid for Health and Healing Md. Shariful IslamDepartment of Zoology, Jhargram Raj College, Jhargram, West Bengal, India. https://orcid.org/0009-0003-8457-4537 Sruti KarmakarDepartment of Environmental Science, Asutosh College, Kolkata, West Bengal, India. https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5502-1330 Published online: 15th December, 2023 DOI: https://doi.org/10.52756/bhietm.2023.e02.010 Keywords: Quercetin, Bioactive molecule, Therapeutic potential, Herbal drug. Abstract: Quercetin, a vital natural polyphenolic flavonoid,

Green Pharmacy: Unveiling the Healing Potential of Medicinal Plants Rupa SanyalBhairab Ganguly College (NAAC accredited with grade ‘A’), WBSU, Kolkata-56, West Bengal, India. Published online: 15th December, 2023 DOI: https://doi.org/10.52756/bhietm.2023.e02.009 Keywords: Medicinal Plant, Ethno-botanical significance Active Compound, Disease treatment, Conservation. Abstract: In the heart of dense, lush jungles where sunlight filters through the emerald canopy,

Beauty with Boon- Dendrobium spp. Dr. Sujata Roy MoulikDepartment of Zoology, Chandernagore College, Chandernagore, Hooghly, West Bengal, India. Published online: 15th December, 2023 DOI: https://doi.org/10.52756/bhietm.2023.e02.008 Keywords: Boon- Dendrobium,Orchids, Orchidaceae, Herbs. Abstract: Orchids are well known for their aesthetic qualities and are often used as decorative items in homes, offices, and public places. They are admired

A synoptic review on the traditional uses of gastropods and bivalves (Mollusca) as food and medicines in India Bulganin MitraEmeritus Professor, Department of Zoology, Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda Centenary College, Rahara, West Bengal, India. Joyjit GhoshVisiting faculty, Department of Zoology, Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda Centenary College, Rahara, West Bengal, India. https://orcid.org/0009-0003-8774-9929 Published online: 15th December, 2023 DOI: