A Maroyi
Dados Biográficos
| ID | 17403 |
|---|---|
| NOME | A Maroyi |
| PRENOMES | A |
| SOBRENOME | Maroyi |
| ASSINATURA | MAROYI A |
| AFILIAÇÕES | University of Fort Hare |
| ORCID | 0000-0001-7965-3415 |
| VERIFICADO | Sim |
| TOTAL DE OBRAS | 29 |
| TOTAL DE CITAÇÕES | 20 |
| TOTAL COMO AUTOR | 29 |
| TOTAL COMO EDITOR | 0 |
| PRIMEIRO ANO DE PUBLICAÇÃO | 2009 |
| ANO MAIS RECENTE DE PUBLICAÇÃO | 2026 |
| ÍNDICE H | 3 |
Ethnobotanical survey of plants used as traditional herbs and spices in north-eastern Namibia
Background: Research on indigenous knowledge as an alternative key to unlock the power of health benefits associated with plant species has gained much interest recently. However, there is a lack of documented information about the use of indigenous plants as traditional herbs and spices and their contributions to health benefits in north-eastern Namibia. The aim of this study was to conduct an ethnobotanical survey of indigenous knowledge of pla…
Cultural, forage, medicinal and potential applications of Combretum collinum Fresen. (family Combretaceae)
Background: Ethnobotany is a relatively underdeveloped discipline in tropical Africa, and little attention has been paid to the traditional uses and the potential applications of indigenous plant species. This study was aimed at reviewing the cultural, forage, medicinal and potential applications of Combretum collinum Fresen., a shrub or small tree indigenous to several countries in tropical Africa. Methods: Literature on cultural, forage and med…
Medicinal plants used for the treatment and management of malaria in Zimbabwe - review and perspectives
Background: Malaria is a global health problem that has been bedevilling many countries for millennia. Estimates suggest that over 90% of all malaria infections and deaths occur in Africa, with a 75% mortality in children. The world is struggling to effectively respond to this malaria crisis in part due to the growing Plasmodium falciparum drug resistance. Traditional medicinal plants have been used as alternative and complementary medicine, due …
The leadwood tree (Combretum imberbe Wawra, family Combretaceae)
Background: Combretum imberbe Wawra is a medium to large semi-deciduous tree widely used in traditional medicine in tropical Africa. Aim: This study was aimed at reviewing the medicinal, phytochemical and pharmacological properties of C. imberbe. Methods: A search for available information on the medicinal, phytochemical and pharmacological properties of C. imberbe was conducted by searching the scientific databases such as Scopus®, PubMed®, Web …
Vachellia xanthophloea (Benth.) P.J.H.Hurter (fever tree)
Background: Vachellia xanthophloea (Benth.) P.J.H.Hurter was traditionally associated with malaria and early pioneers were convinced that the species was the cause of fever and malaria. Even today, the species is commonly known as the “fever tree” throughout its distributional range in eastern and southern Africa. However, there are many other uses, some of them known since prehistoric times. Therefore, the present review compiles existing inform…
Pappea capensis Eckl. & Zeyh. (Sapindaceae)
Background: Pappea capensis has potential as a fruit plant on the basis of fruit size, palatability, yield, abundance and nutritional properties. But today, P. capensis it is a well-known medicinal plant throughout its distributional range, with local communities relying on its traditional materia medica for primary healthcare needs. The present review compiles existing information on traditional uses, chemical, pharmacological properties, and fu…
Ethnobotanical uses of Helinus species (Rhamnaceae family) in tropical Africa and Asia
Background: Helinus species are distributed in tropical Africa and Asia and are widely used as sources of traditional medicines and cosmetics. This review compiles existing information on ethnobotanical uses, chemical, pharmacological properties, and further use potential and applications of Helinus species. Methods: Information on ethnobotanical uses, chemical, pharmacological properties of Helinus species was obtained from online databases such…
Medicinal uses of the Asteraceae family in Zimbabwe
Background: Several plant species belonging to the Asteraceae family are widely used as sources of traditional medicines. The current study was aimed at providing a systematic review of ethnomedicinal, phytochemical and pharmacological properties of Asteraceae species used as sources of traditional medicines in Zimbabwe. Methods: Information related to the ethnomedicinal, phytochemical and pharmacological properties of Asteraceae species was syst…
The traditional uses of plant diversity in Gokwe South District, Zimbabwe
Background: Most people who reside in rural areas have over the years benefited from the utilization of forest products obtained from forests and surrounding woodlands. Both timber and non-timber forest products are important in livelihood maintenance, provision of security, reduction of poverty and malnutrition and help generate income. The aim of the study is to evaluate and document plants that are traditionally used by community in Gokwe Sout…
Kirkia Acuminata Oliv
Background: Local communities in sub-Saharan Africa have a long history of medicinal plant usage. Like in other parts of the developing world, rural and urban communities are still dependent on herbal medicines for primary health care, and the use of herbal medicines is still an integral part of their daily life and socio-cultural life style. The objective of this paper is to summarise information on the ethnobotany and pharmacology of Kirkia acu…
Diversity of use and local knowledge of wild and cultivated plants in the Eastern Cape province, South Africa
This study demonstrated that local people in the Eastern Cape province harbour important information on local vegetation that provides people with food, fuel and medicines, as well as materials for construction and the manufacturing of crafts and many other products. This study also demonstrated the dynamism of traditional ecological knowledge, practices and beliefs of local people demonstrated by the incorporation of exotic plants in their diets…
Treatment of Diarrhoea Using Traditional Medicines
Background: Gastrointestinal disorders, diarrhoea in particular remain a major concern in South Africa and Zimbabwe resulting in high mortality rates when left untreated. This investigation was aimed at documenting herbal medicines used in the treatment of diarrhoea in South Africa and Zimbabwe. Materials and Methods: A review of literature on plant species used as remedies for diarrhoea in South Africa and Zimbabwe was undertaken by the use of d…
A review of ethnoboatany, therapeutic value, phytochemistry and pharmacology of Crinum macowanii Baker
Useful Plants Grown and Maintained in Domestic Gardens of the Capricorn District, Limpopo Province, South Africa
The objective of this study was to document useful plants in urban domestic gardens in the Limpopo Province, South Africa. Data on plant use categories of urban domestic gardens in the under-developed areas of the Limpopo Province were collected by means of interviews and personal observations between May and October 2012.A total of 126 taxa belonging to 110 genera and 62 families were recorded from 62 urban domestic gardens. More than half of th…
Exotic Acacia Species in Zimbabwe
The present study investigated the history, occurrence, geographical distribution and invasiveness of the exotic Acaciaspecies in Zimbabwe using herbarium and literature records. At least 17 Acaciaspecies originating from Australia were introduced to Zimbabwe, with nine species (52.9% of total) documented as casuals, naturalized or invasive. Acacia mearnsiiand A. melanoxylonwere recognized as invasive, A. dealbata, A. decurrens, A. elata and A. p…
Comparative analysis of plant use in peri-urban domestic gardens of the Limpopo Province, South Africa
BACKGROUND: Relatively little has been researched or published on the importance of peri-urban domestic gardens as part of a household livelihood strategy in South Africa. Due to lack of comprehensive data on peri-urban domestic gardens, their potential value as luxury green space, provision of food, income and ecosystem services to the fast growing urban population in South Africa is not clearly known. The aim of this study was to document diffe…
Not just minor wild edible forest products
BACKGROUND: Gathering of wild edible plant resources by people in sub-Saharan Africa is discussed with reference to pteridophytes, which is an ancient plant group. Pteridophytes are crucial to food diversity and security in sub-Saharan Africa, although they are notably neglected as a result of inadequate research and agricultural development. Current research and agricultural development agenda still appear to focus on the popular and commonly us…
Medicinal plants used for the treatment of tuberculosis by Bapedi traditional healers in three districts of the Limpopo province, South Africa
The present study was aimed at documenting medicinal plants used for the treatment of tuberculosis (TB) by the Bapedi traditional healers in three districts of the Limpopo Province, South Africa. Fifty two traditional healers from 17 municipalities covering Capricorn, Sekhukhune and Waterberg districts were interviewed between January and July 2011. Twenty one medicinal plant species belonging to 20 genera and 18 families were documented. The maj…
Herbal medicines used by Bapedi traditional healers to treat reproductive ailments in the Limpopo Province, South Africa
The current study focussed on documenting the ethnobotanical knowledge of herbal medicines used by the Bapedi traditional healers to treat reproductive ailments in the Limpopo Province, South Africa. Fifty one healers from 17 municipalities covering Capricorn, Sekhukhune and Waterberg districts of the Limpopo Province were interviewed between January and July 2011. Semi-structured interviews, observations and guided field surveys with the healers…
Traditional use of medicinal plants in south-central Zimbabwe
Use of weeds as traditional vegetables in Shurugwi District, Zimbabwe
BackgroundMost agricultural weeds are usually regarded as undesirable and targeted for eradication. However, weeds are useful to human beings as food and traditional medicines. Few studies have been done to document the uses of weeds as traditional vegetables. This study was therefore, done to document indigenous knowledge related to the diversity and use of agricultural weeds as traditional vegetables in Shurugwi District, Zimbabwe, emphasizing …
Use of traditional veterinary medicine in Nhema communal area of the Midlands province, Zimbabwe
This study documents the use of ethno-veterinary medicine to treat livestock in Nhema communal area in the Midlands province of Zimbabwe. This study employed oral interviews and detailed discussions with 69 smallholder farmers and 3 traditional healers. The local people use 23 plant species belonging to 16 families as ethno-veterinary remedies. Two plant families were particularly frequent in usage: Fabaceae and Solanaceae, while the most utilize…
Local plant use and traditional conservation practices in Nhema communal area, Zimbabwe
This article is based on a study that was carried out in Nhema communal area in Midlands Province, Zimbabwe, with the main objective of documenting local plant use and traditional conservation practices. Data collected through household semi-structured and open interviews showed that 46 plant species in 40 genera and 24 families were mainly used for firewood, construction wood, food and traditional medicine. Other minor uses included using plant …
Garden Plants in Zimbabwe
The present study is aimed at documenting the toxicity and ethnomedicinal uses of garden plants in Zimbabwe. Herbarium and field studies were supplemented by a literature review. Data on ethnomedicinal uses of garden plants in Zimbabwe were assembled together with their poisonous properties. 106 popular garden plant species are regarded as poisonous in Zimbabwe and 23 of these have found various uses in traditional medicine in many parts of the c…
Medicinal utilization of exotic plants by Bapedi traditional healers to treat human ailments in Limpopo province, South Africa
Use of weeds as traditional vegetables in Shurugwi District, Zimbabwe
BackgroundMost agricultural weeds are usually regarded as undesirable and targeted for eradication. However, weeds are useful to human beings as food and traditional medicines. Few studies have been done to document the uses of weeds as traditional vegetables. This study was therefore, done to document indigenous knowledge related to the diversity and use of agricultural weeds as traditional vegetables in Shurugwi District, Zimbabwe, emphasizing …
Diversity of use and local knowledge of wild and cultivated plants in the Eastern Cape province, South Africa
This study demonstrated that local people in the Eastern Cape province harbour important information on local vegetation that provides people with food, fuel and medicines, as well as materials for construction and the manufacturing of crafts and many other products. This study also demonstrated the dynamism of traditional ecological knowledge, practices and beliefs of local people demonstrated by the incorporation of exotic plants in their diets…
Comparative analysis of plant use in peri-urban domestic gardens of the Limpopo Province, South Africa
BACKGROUND: Relatively little has been researched or published on the importance of peri-urban domestic gardens as part of a household livelihood strategy in South Africa. Due to lack of comprehensive data on peri-urban domestic gardens, their potential value as luxury green space, provision of food, income and ecosystem services to the fast growing urban population in South Africa is not clearly known. The aim of this study was to document diffe…
Not just minor wild edible forest products
BACKGROUND: Gathering of wild edible plant resources by people in sub-Saharan Africa is discussed with reference to pteridophytes, which is an ancient plant group. Pteridophytes are crucial to food diversity and security in sub-Saharan Africa, although they are notably neglected as a result of inadequate research and agricultural development. Current research and agricultural development agenda still appear to focus on the popular and commonly us…
Traditional homegardens and rural livelihoods in Nhema, Zimbabwe
This paper analyzes data on the contribution of homegardens to the livelihoods of rural people in Nhema communal area, Zimbabwe. Variables analyzed were plant use and diversity, homegarden input, benefit, and income generation. Data were collected through plant inventories, direct observations, semi-structured and open-ended questionnaires, and interviews. A total of 69 plant species were identified as being important to local livelihoods, either…
An ethnobotanical survey of medicinal plants used by the people in Nhema communal area, Zimbabwe
The Gathering and Consumption of Wild Edible Plants in Nhema Communal Area, Midlands Province, Zimbabwe
The study documented 67 wild edible plant species belonging to 45 genera and 30 families. Anacardiaceae and Moraceae were the dominant botanical families with 6 species each. Of the reported food plants, 67.7% were fruits, 14.9% vegetables, and the remainder were edible roots, inner bark, seed kernel, juice, and gum. Of edible plants, 79.1% had multiple uses, which included medicinal and construction timber. Only 20.9% of the species were used ex…
Use of traditional veterinary medicine in Nhema communal area of the Midlands province, Zimbabwe
This study documents the use of ethno-veterinary medicine to treat livestock in Nhema communal area in the Midlands province of Zimbabwe. This study employed oral interviews and detailed discussions with 69 smallholder farmers and 3 traditional healers. The local people use 23 plant species belonging to 16 families as ethno-veterinary remedies. Two plant families were particularly frequent in usage: Fabaceae and Solanaceae, while the most utilize…
Local plant use and traditional conservation practices in Nhema communal area, Zimbabwe
This article is based on a study that was carried out in Nhema communal area in Midlands Province, Zimbabwe, with the main objective of documenting local plant use and traditional conservation practices. Data collected through household semi-structured and open interviews showed that 46 plant species in 40 genera and 24 families were mainly used for firewood, construction wood, food and traditional medicine. Other minor uses included using plant …
Garden Plants in Zimbabwe
The present study is aimed at documenting the toxicity and ethnomedicinal uses of garden plants in Zimbabwe. Herbarium and field studies were supplemented by a literature review. Data on ethnomedicinal uses of garden plants in Zimbabwe were assembled together with their poisonous properties. 106 popular garden plant species are regarded as poisonous in Zimbabwe and 23 of these have found various uses in traditional medicine in many parts of the c…
Medicinal utilization of exotic plants by Bapedi traditional healers to treat human ailments in Limpopo province, South Africa
Medicinal plants used by the Bapedi traditional healers to treat diarrhoea in the Limpopo Province, South Africa
Medicinal plants used for the treatment of tuberculosis by Bapedi traditional healers in three districts of the Limpopo province, South Africa
The present study was aimed at documenting medicinal plants used for the treatment of tuberculosis (TB) by the Bapedi traditional healers in three districts of the Limpopo Province, South Africa. Fifty two traditional healers from 17 municipalities covering Capricorn, Sekhukhune and Waterberg districts were interviewed between January and July 2011. Twenty one medicinal plant species belonging to 20 genera and 18 families were documented. The maj…
Herbal medicines used by Bapedi traditional healers to treat reproductive ailments in the Limpopo Province, South Africa
The current study focussed on documenting the ethnobotanical knowledge of herbal medicines used by the Bapedi traditional healers to treat reproductive ailments in the Limpopo Province, South Africa. Fifty one healers from 17 municipalities covering Capricorn, Sekhukhune and Waterberg districts of the Limpopo Province were interviewed between January and July 2011. Semi-structured interviews, observations and guided field surveys with the healers…
Traditional use of medicinal plants in south-central Zimbabwe
Use of weeds as traditional vegetables in Shurugwi District, Zimbabwe
BackgroundMost agricultural weeds are usually regarded as undesirable and targeted for eradication. However, weeds are useful to human beings as food and traditional medicines. Few studies have been done to document the uses of weeds as traditional vegetables. This study was therefore, done to document indigenous knowledge related to the diversity and use of agricultural weeds as traditional vegetables in Shurugwi District, Zimbabwe, emphasizing …
Comparative analysis of plant use in peri-urban domestic gardens of the Limpopo Province, South Africa
BACKGROUND: Relatively little has been researched or published on the importance of peri-urban domestic gardens as part of a household livelihood strategy in South Africa. Due to lack of comprehensive data on peri-urban domestic gardens, their potential value as luxury green space, provision of food, income and ecosystem services to the fast growing urban population in South Africa is not clearly known. The aim of this study was to document diffe…
Not just minor wild edible forest products
BACKGROUND: Gathering of wild edible plant resources by people in sub-Saharan Africa is discussed with reference to pteridophytes, which is an ancient plant group. Pteridophytes are crucial to food diversity and security in sub-Saharan Africa, although they are notably neglected as a result of inadequate research and agricultural development. Current research and agricultural development agenda still appear to focus on the popular and commonly us…
Useful Plants Grown and Maintained in Domestic Gardens of the Capricorn District, Limpopo Province, South Africa
The objective of this study was to document useful plants in urban domestic gardens in the Limpopo Province, South Africa. Data on plant use categories of urban domestic gardens in the under-developed areas of the Limpopo Province were collected by means of interviews and personal observations between May and October 2012.A total of 126 taxa belonging to 110 genera and 62 families were recorded from 62 urban domestic gardens. More than half of th…
Exotic Acacia Species in Zimbabwe
The present study investigated the history, occurrence, geographical distribution and invasiveness of the exotic Acaciaspecies in Zimbabwe using herbarium and literature records. At least 17 Acaciaspecies originating from Australia were introduced to Zimbabwe, with nine species (52.9% of total) documented as casuals, naturalized or invasive. Acacia mearnsiiand A. melanoxylonwere recognized as invasive, A. dealbata, A. decurrens, A. elata and A. p…
Treatment of Diarrhoea Using Traditional Medicines
Background: Gastrointestinal disorders, diarrhoea in particular remain a major concern in South Africa and Zimbabwe resulting in high mortality rates when left untreated. This investigation was aimed at documenting herbal medicines used in the treatment of diarrhoea in South Africa and Zimbabwe. Materials and Methods: A review of literature on plant species used as remedies for diarrhoea in South Africa and Zimbabwe was undertaken by the use of d…
A review of ethnoboatany, therapeutic value, phytochemistry and pharmacology of Crinum macowanii Baker
Kirkia Acuminata Oliv
Background: Local communities in sub-Saharan Africa have a long history of medicinal plant usage. Like in other parts of the developing world, rural and urban communities are still dependent on herbal medicines for primary health care, and the use of herbal medicines is still an integral part of their daily life and socio-cultural life style. The objective of this paper is to summarise information on the ethnobotany and pharmacology of Kirkia acu…
Diversity of use and local knowledge of wild and cultivated plants in the Eastern Cape province, South Africa
This study demonstrated that local people in the Eastern Cape province harbour important information on local vegetation that provides people with food, fuel and medicines, as well as materials for construction and the manufacturing of crafts and many other products. This study also demonstrated the dynamism of traditional ecological knowledge, practices and beliefs of local people demonstrated by the incorporation of exotic plants in their diets…
The traditional uses of plant diversity in Gokwe South District, Zimbabwe
Background: Most people who reside in rural areas have over the years benefited from the utilization of forest products obtained from forests and surrounding woodlands. Both timber and non-timber forest products are important in livelihood maintenance, provision of security, reduction of poverty and malnutrition and help generate income. The aim of the study is to evaluate and document plants that are traditionally used by community in Gokwe Sout…
Medicinal uses of the Asteraceae family in Zimbabwe
Background: Several plant species belonging to the Asteraceae family are widely used as sources of traditional medicines. The current study was aimed at providing a systematic review of ethnomedicinal, phytochemical and pharmacological properties of Asteraceae species used as sources of traditional medicines in Zimbabwe. Methods: Information related to the ethnomedicinal, phytochemical and pharmacological properties of Asteraceae species was syst…
Vachellia xanthophloea (Benth.) P.J.H.Hurter (fever tree)
Background: Vachellia xanthophloea (Benth.) P.J.H.Hurter was traditionally associated with malaria and early pioneers were convinced that the species was the cause of fever and malaria. Even today, the species is commonly known as the “fever tree” throughout its distributional range in eastern and southern Africa. However, there are many other uses, some of them known since prehistoric times. Therefore, the present review compiles existing inform…
Pappea capensis Eckl. & Zeyh. (Sapindaceae)
Background: Pappea capensis has potential as a fruit plant on the basis of fruit size, palatability, yield, abundance and nutritional properties. But today, P. capensis it is a well-known medicinal plant throughout its distributional range, with local communities relying on its traditional materia medica for primary healthcare needs. The present review compiles existing information on traditional uses, chemical, pharmacological properties, and fu…
Ethnobotanical uses of Helinus species (Rhamnaceae family) in tropical Africa and Asia
Background: Helinus species are distributed in tropical Africa and Asia and are widely used as sources of traditional medicines and cosmetics. This review compiles existing information on ethnobotanical uses, chemical, pharmacological properties, and further use potential and applications of Helinus species. Methods: Information on ethnobotanical uses, chemical, pharmacological properties of Helinus species was obtained from online databases such…
Biology (24 obras) · Geography (22 obras) · Ethnobotanical and Medicinal Plants Studies (21 obras) · Medicinal plants (18 obras) · Medicine (17 obras) · Traditional medicine (17 obras) · Ecology (16 obras) · Agroforestry (14 obras) · Ethnobotany (14 obras) · Botany (13 obras)