Advances in Plant Biology
Open Access
Medicinal Plants and their Traditional Uses
Oct 2018 DOI 10.14302/issn.2638-4469.japb-18-2423
Cumali KeskinCorresponding author
This review surveys medicinal plants and their traditional uses, summarizing common indications and bioactive constituents. It contrasts perceived safety with evidence on efficacy and potential toxicity or interactions. The authors highlight the need for standardized preparations and controlled studies to translate ethnobotanical knowledge into safe, effective therapies.