Table 6 Preparation methods of medicinal plants for use by people
Method of preparation | Total species | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Crushed & pounded | 21 | 31.8 |
Concoction | 15 | 22.7 |
Dried for smoke bath | 6 | 9.1 |
Fresh parts collected to be eaten raw | 5 | 7.6 |
Hot infusion | 5 | 7.6 |
Fluid extract | 3 | 4.5 |
Decoction | 2 | 3.0 |
Ointment | 2 | 3.0 |
Small cuts of fresh root to be rubbed | 2 | 3.0 |
Syrup | 2 | 3.0 |
Small cuts of fresh parts to be chewed | 1 | 1.5 |
Cream | 1 | 1.5 |
Others | 1 | 1.5 |