Abstract:
Urtica Dioica L. belongs to the family Urticaceae, commonly known as `Stinging Nettle`. It is used by traditional naturopaths to treat different diseases such as hematuria, nephritis, jaundice, arthritis, menorrhagia, rheumatism and skin itches. Phytochemical study revealed the presence of many valuable compounds such as saponins, phytosterols, flavonoids, proteins, tannins and amino acids. Present investigation aimed to explore the use of the Urtica Dioica L among the local inhabitants of District Rawalpindi. A survey was conducted among the people who were native to the area and possessing some ethno- pharmacological knowledge. Survey results reported that among the plant parts used, leaves (72.9%) are most common to cure diseases as compared to roots (12.5%), stem (6.3%) and flower (8.3%). Mostly people used to make tea of leaves (70.2%), whereas 29.8% local inhabitants used mixed tea for the medication of different diseases. Native people used it for allergy infections (61%), inflammation (6%), arthritis (6%), stomach-ache (12%), anemic condition (7%), whereas 8% used for eczema. The results of the present investigation revealed that the occupants of the Rawalpindi district have sound information about the ethnopharmacological consumption of Urtica Dioica L. to treat diseases.
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Journal: First International Conference on Revamped Scientific Outlook of 21st Century (Abstract Book), Volume: 0, Issue: 0, Year: 2022