Mount Malinao (Albay, Philippines) Revisited: Diversity and Ethnomedicinal Studies
Abstract
Introduction:Â This study provides information as to the diversity of plants in Mt. Malinao (Albay, Philippines) and their ethnomedicinal values.Â
Methods: Plants were collected by random sampling from three vegetation types, identified and measured for diversity indices. The use reports and dosage preparations of medicinal plants sampled were confirmed by interview of local residents and forest guides.Â
Results: The montane secondary dipterocarp forest gave the greatest plant diversity but recorded the lowest tree statistics. Ethnomedicinal survey of the 70 plants collected have been qualified by generating information such as use values, fidelity levels, informant consensus factor and the modes by which dosage forms are prepared from these plants for use in various ailments.Â
Conclusion: This study gave important data on medicinal plants in Mt. Malinao which includes diversity, ethnomedicinal uses and dosage preparations.   Â
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