| Author |
Monizi Mawunu, Domingos António, Pedro Vita, Koto-Te-Nyiwa Ngbolua, Lukoki Luyeye, Luyindula Ndiku, Pelagie
Mbandu Luzolawo, Ngiambudulu M. Francisco |
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| Abstract |
Background: This ethnobotanical study is the first based on the herbal teas or tisanes consumed in Angola, specifically in Uígeprovince. The aims of this study were to document traditional knowledge related to the use of herbal teas and then assesstheir floristic diversity.
Methods: Field research was conducted between January to December 2022, in both rural and urban areas of Uíge province. Ethnobotanical methods included participatory observation, semi-structured interviews, key informant interviews, and focus group discussions. These were used to obtain detailed information on plants used to brew herbal teas. A total of 150 informants (including 18 key informants) were interviewed.
Results: A total of 60 species of herbal teas distributed in 48 genera and 27 families are used by the local population in Uígeprovince. Of these 58.63% are indigenous and 41.37% are exotic species. The most frequently used part was the leaf (62.5%), and the most frequently used preparation methods were decoction (68.7%), and infusion (31.3%). In addition, these plants are mainly used for other purposes, such as phytomedicines (71.6%), and bioenergy (14.1%). Regarding the medicinal use of tisanes, most are used to treat or prevent coughs (23.3%), and anemia (20%). |
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