Phyto-remedies of jaundice, A traditional approach on Majuli, Special reference to Satra culture people, Assam

Anil Bora*, Purnima Devi**, S.

Abstract

An ethno botanical survey was conducted from April 2010 to April 2012 in the Greatest river island Majuli. The survey aimed at identifying the plants used in the treatment of Jaundice in the Satra culture people that related to their livelihood as well as socio-economic and spiritual aspect. A total of 17 medicinal plants were recorded from 27 households comprising 17 genera and 14 families..