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Medicinal plants of Seychelles

C.R. Grainger

Medical Officer of Health, Jersey

Plants are known to contain pharmacologically active substances. Traditional medical practitioners have considerable knowledge of herbal medicines. The Seychelles have many unique plants which have not been studied in depth. The people of Seychelles originate from diverse ethnic backgrounds which has resulted in a culture with a strong tra dition of use of herbal medicines and consultation with traditional healers. Some of the plants and their use in traditional healing are outlined.

The Journal of the Royal Society for the Promotion of Health, Vol. 116, No. 2, 107-109 (1996)
DOI: 10.1177/146642409611600210
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