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The role of ethnobotanics in scientific research. State of ethnobotanical knowledge in Sicily.

Lentini F.

Department of Botanical Science, University of Palermo, Via Archirafi 38, 90123, Palermo, Italy.

This contribution deals with the traditional use of plants of the Sicilian flora. Special attention is given to the species used in popular medicine. Moreover, the importance of ethnobotanics in scientific research and its role in toxicology are shown.