J Ethnopharmacol. 1989 May; 25(3): 339-59.

Plants used in traditional medicine in eastern Tanzania. II. Angiosperms (Capparidaceae to Ebenaceae).

Chhabra SC, Mahunnah RL, Mshiu EN.

Traditional Medicine Research Unit, Muhimbili Medical Centre, University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

Sixty-nine plants are listed, which are used by traditional healers in five regions of Eastern Tanzania, Coast, Dar es Salaam, Kilimanjaro, Morogoro and Tanga. For each species the botanical name, vernacular name, collection number, locality, habit, distribution and medicinal uses are given. Results of a literature survey on medicinal uses, isolated constituents, and pharmacological effects are also provided.