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MEDICINAL PLANTS Species Name 1 Abelmoschus esculentus FAMILY NAME Local Names Malvaceae Ila,okweje,kubewa Common Names Okra,lady's finger Parts Used Medicinal Use(S) Fruit, seeds Fevers, gonorrhoea, dysentery, catarrhal infections,emollient,antispasmodic, tonic. Root, leaves,seeds Colds,cough, convulsion, rheumatism, conjunctivitis,contraceptive,antimicrobials,aphrodisiac,ulcer,anae mia,antidote poison 2 Abrus precatorius Leguminosae Ojuologbo,omisinminsin,mese Crab’s eye,rosary nmesen,iwere-jeje,Olorun pea,love nut,jequirity yinni,otoberebere,idonzakara 3 Abutilon mauritianum Malvaceae Furu,kawo African Mallow,thutt Leaves, root Diarrhoea, gonorrhoea,antipyretic,cough,piles 4 Acacia ataxacantha Mimosaceae Ihun,ewonadele,sarkakiyaa,uke. Benin rope Acacia Young leaves Dysentery,backache 5 Acacia auriculiformis Leguminosae Kasia eleti Earleaf acacia Bark Astringent 6 Acacia nilotica Mimosaceae Baani,booni,gabaruwa Acacia,Egyptian mimosa Fruits,bark,exudate 7 Acacia sieberiana Mimosaceae Siyi,sie,farakaya Acacia Bark,stemtwigs,roots,leaves,latex Anti-cancer,antipyretic,astringent,kidney disease,taeniacide 8 Acalypha fimbriata Euphorbiaceae Jinwinini,kandiri Acalypha Leaves Syphilis, asthma,,anthelmintics, ulcers,rheumatism, antimicrobial & antifungal 9 Acalypha godseffiana Euphorbiaceae Jinwinini Acalypha Leaves, twigs Skin infection, Antimicrobials 10 Acalypha hispida Euphorbiaceae Jiwene, Jinwinini Cat's tail,chenille plant,medusa's locks Leaves, twigs Skin rashes, antimicrobial Skin diseases,fungal infections,insomnia,emollient. 11 Acalypha wilkesiana Euphorbiaceae Jiwene, Jinwinini Copper leaf, beef steak plant Leaves,twigs Skin rashes,antimicrobials,flatulence,constipation 12 Acanthospermum hispidum Compositae Dangunro-gogoro ,kaashinyaawo Starburr Leaves,whole plant Yellow Fever ,tuberculosis,stomach disorder,cough,purgative,rheumatism,migraine 13 Acanthus montanus Acanthacease Ahon-ekun,irunmuBear's breech,white's arugbo,inyinyiogwu,ogwud ginger,leopard's tongue urunwashihshi Stem-twig, leaves,roots Syphilis, cough, emetic, urethral discharge, purgative,boils,anaemia,anthelmintics 14 Achillea millefolium Compositae Yaro Yarrow,nosebleed,sneezewort,millefoil Flowers,leaves,seeds Haemostatic,wound,astringent,diaphoretic,piles 15 Achyranthes aspera Amaranthaceae Aboro,Abora hakoorinmaciijii Rough-Chaff herb Leaves,roots Stomach disorders, Abortion, diarrhoea, dysentery, skin diseases,Malaria, venereal diseases, haemostatic, cold 16 Adansonia digitata Bombacaceae Ose,Igiose,kukaa,kulambali Baobab Leaves,fruit pulp,bark Malaria, asthma,diarrhoea, kidney and bladder diseases, demulcent, prophylactic,antihistaminic,skin diseases,caries,antimicrobial. 17 Adenia cissampeloides Passifloraceae Arokeke, Godogbo Adenia Leaves, Stem-bark Hypertension, nervous disorder, stress, cough, gonorrhoea, antimicrobial. 18 Adenia venenata Passifloraceae Dodo, Yaga, Arokeke,oti, Akerbia Cough, bronchitis,urinary tract infections, fever,stem-pulp is an Leaves, roots, stem-bark, aphrodisiac, syphilis, fruits gonorrhoea,anagelsic,diuretic,hypertension,fish poison 19 Adenium Obesum Apoynaceae Gariya 20 Adhatoda buchhoizii Acanthaceae 21 Aerva lanata Amaranthaceae Eweowo, aje, Efunile,Alhaji,Furfurata,fatumi Bhadram,cherula Stem, roots, fruit,juice Wound dressing, ulces, cardiac tonic, venereal diseases. Fruits, whole plant Rheumatism, antiinflammatory, fish poison Whole plant Ulcers, wounds, snake bite, diuretic, purgative, anthelmintic,sore throat,kidney and bladder stones 22 Afraegle paniculata 23 Rutaceae Sanga Kokodi Leaves,bark,roots Gastro-intestinal disorders, antispasmodic,skin diseases Aframomum granum-paradisi Zingiberaceae Oburo-wawa Afromum lilies Roots Anthelmintics 24 Aframomum melegueta Zingiberaceae Ata-ire,atare,itaye,ose oji,citta,gyandamaryaji Alligator pepper,grains of Leaves,seeds paradise Stimulant, smallpox, chicken pox, stimulant,anthelmintics,wounds,coughs,anaemia,rheumatism,mea sles,malaria,toothache 25 Aframomum sceptrum Zingiberaceae Oburo-etu,oboro,oguro Bear berry Seeds,leaves Measles,smallpox,lumbago,stimulant. 26 Afrormosia laxiflora Leguminosae Shedun,makarfo,abua ocha Kulkuli Root Intoxicant, headache, body pains,headache,ophthalmia,anticonvulsant,rat ovulation blocked through effect on pituitary gland 27 Afzelia africana Leguminosae Apa-Igbo, Apa,kawo,akpalata Apa,pod mahogany Root,leaves,stembark,seeds. Gonorrhoea, stomach disorders,hernia,lumbago,febrifuge,antiemetic 28 Agelaea obliqua Connaraceae Esura, Okun Horse tamarind Leaves Childbirth (Relaxation of Muscles) 29 Agelenopsis chevaleri Olacaceae Igo Agelenopsis,igo Bark, roots, seeds, leaves Conjunctivitis, ring-worm, impotence, purgative, craw-craw, tooth ache, mumps. 30 Ageratum conyzoides Compositae Imi-esu, ula ujula,urata,ahenhen Goat weed Whole plant, leaves, root Wounds, ulcers, craw-craw, digestive disturbance, diarrhoea,emetic,skin diseases,antipyretic,gonorrhoea,sleeping sickness,eye wash 31 Alafia barteri Apocynaceae Agbari etu Alafia chewing stick, guinea-fowl's crest Roots,leaves. Sickle cell anaemia,rheumatic pains,toothache,eye infections 32 Albizia adianthifolia Leguminosae Banabana Ayinreta,igbabo,afema,avu Flatcrown albizia ,tsintsiyar,kurmii Bark Gonorrhoea,night blindness,piles,anthelmintics,cough 33 Albizia ferruginea Leguminosae Ayinre ogo,ngu,kurmii False thorn albizia Root, stem bark,leaves Dysentery, constipation,fish poison 34 Albizia lebbeck Leguminosae Igbagbo Silk flower,lebbeck Seeds, Leaves, Stem-bark Astringent, mouthwash, river-blindness, gonorrhoea 35 Albizia zygia Leguminosae Ayinre-weere,kurmii Okuro,atanza,siris Bark Arthritis,sprain 36 Alchornea cordifolia Euphorbiaceae Ipa, esinsin, eepa,bambami,ububo Christmas bush Leaves, stem,bark,twig Fever, rheumatism,antimicrobials ,diuretic,purgative,toothache,cough,sore,gonorrhoea,insomnia 37 Alchornea laxiflora Euphorbiaceae Pepe, Ijan Three-veined bead string Stem,roots,leaves Chewing sticks, venereal diseases,emmenagogue,ring worm,antioxidant,(leaves traditional wraps for cola nuts). 38 Allamanda cathartica Apocynaceae Ododo-alamanda Yellow allamanda,angel's trumpet,butterRoots cup,golden trumpet Antimicrobials,malaria,dysentery,cathartic. 39 Allanblackia floribunda Guttiferae Orogbo erin,egba,nkpukpotiri Fallow tree Root, leaves, stem-bark, fruit Malaria, dysentery, toothache, chicken pox small pox, measles 40 Allium ascalonicum Liliaceae Alubosa-elewe,albasa maigo Shallot,spring onion Leaves, bulb Convulsion,dysentery. 41 Allium cepa Liliaceae Alubosa,albasa,yabase,al Onion basa gudaji Bulb,leaves Cough,diuretic,anthelmintics,skin diseases,weak erection,antitumour,rubefacient, throat infection. 42 Allium sativum Liliaceae Ayo, ayuu Garlic Bulb Fever, coughs, asthma, dilated bronchi.,flatulence,anthelmintic,ringworm,antibiotic,diuretic,emme nagogue,antimicrobials,blood tonic, Malaria. 43 Allophylus africanus Sapindaceae Eekan-ehoro,alarto, oduoko, African false currant Leaves, roots, bark Diarrhoea, pile, toothache,anthelmintics,venereal diseases,cough 44 Aloe barteri Liliaceae Eti erin, ida-egun,idaorisa,moda. Aloe Leaves Ringworm,anthelmintics,aphrodisiac,amenorrhoea,cough,skin infections,astringent,antitumour,pile,fruits for preventing snake bite, 45 Aloe vera Liliaceae Ahon erin Barbados Aloe Leaves juice Purgative,guineaworms,hair care,skin diseases,wound,diabetes,amenorrhoea,breast cancer,immune booster 46 Alstonia boonei Apocynaceae Awun, ahun,eghu,akpi Stool wood,pattern wood Root, bark, leaves Breast development, filaria worms,anthelmintics, antidote, malaria fever, yellow fever,anti-periodic 47 Alstonia congensis Apocynaceae Ahun,egbu Stool wood Bark Malaria, astringent, toothache. 48 Alternanthera repens Amaranthaceae Dagunro Joyweed Whole plant Dysentery, antimicrobials,dysmenorrhea,filariasis,fracture,joint pains 49 Alternanthera sessilis Amaranthaceae Reku-reku,maikai dubu Alternanthera Whole plant, leaves. Astringent, antibacterial, boil, headache, antidote to snake-bite. 50 Amaralia bignoniflora Rubiaceae Unemuo Leaves, seeds Cough, heart burn, rheumatic pain 51 Amaranthus spinosus Amaranthaceae Tete-elegun-un, Dagunro,manijingasaya, inine ogwu Prickly amaranthus Whole plant Abdominal pain, ulcers, gonorrhoea.,astringent,menorrhagia,diarrhoea,dysentery,eczema 52 Amaranthus viridis Amaranthaceae Tete-abalaye,tetekekere,atite,malan kotshi Green amaranth,slender Leaves,roots amaranth 53 Ambrosia maritima Compositae Matsermama,markarfo Whole plant Syphilis,hypertension,anti-tumour,stimulant 54 Ambrosia maritima Compositae Tutu bidi Leaves Fever, inflammation Anthelmintics,dysentery,antispasmodic,diuretic,gonorrhoea,eye disease. 55 Amorphophallus dracantioides Anacardiaceae Gwazar glwa, gaadali 56 Anacardium occidentale Anacardaceae Kasu,kanju,akwe olu,okpokpo 57 Ananas comosus Bromeliaceae Ope-Oyinbo,ekunkun,ehinPineapple ahun,abarba,nkwe aba Unripe fruit, juice,ripe fruit Digestive problems,typhoid fever,cough,anthelmintics 58 Anchomanes difformis Araceae Abirisoko,langbodo,ogirisa Anchomanes ko,hantsar gada, oje Roots Diuretics,purgative,gonorrhoea 59 Andira inermis Araceae Gwaska Bark ,seeds Skin diseases,anthelmintics 60 Aneilema hockii Commelinaceae Godobo-funfun Root Aphrodislac, female infertility. 61 Annona muricata Annonaceae Sharp-sharp Sour sop Leaves,fruit, Fever,dysentery 62 Annona senegalensis Annonaceae Abo, Ibobo,gwandar daji,uburu ocha African custard apple,Gwanda-daji Cancer, dysentery, cough,venereal Root, bark, leaves, seeds diseases,toothache,astringent,anthelmintic,ease labour,eye drops, tumour out growth,anti-bee sting. 63 Annona squamosa Annonaceae Sharp-sharp,mbugo ago Sweet sop,pineapple tree Leaves,fruit,stem Anaemia, dysentery,abortifacient,ulcer,anti-tumour 64 Anogeissus leiocarpus Combretaceae Ayin,marike,atara Axlewood Bark,leaves,seds Antipyretic,taeniacide,skin diseases 65 Anonidium Manni Annonaceae Ewuro-Igbo Bark Diarrhoea, cough, sores, fever, rheumatism Cashew nut tree Dog almond,bastard mahogany Tubers Asthma, piles, snakebite remedy, arrow poison Bark, leaf, fruit Malaria, elephantiasis, leprosy, ringworms,scurvy,diabetes,warts,anthelmintics,typhoid fever,caries. Bark,leaves Skin diseases – rashes and eczema, diabetes,antipyretic,purgative,abdominal pain,impotence Shapo,kwari Leaves, bark Purgative, skin infection, antimicrobial. Loganiaceae Apa oro,sapo,kwari Seeds,bark Antidote for snake bite,purgative Anthonotha macrophylla Leguminosae Abara,apado,agbagba Latex, bark Gonorrhoea, dysentery, diarrhea,yellow fever. 70 Antiaris africana Moraceae False iroko,oroo,upas Ooro, Oriro, Ayo, farin tree,black loko,ojianwu,ajagha -dibia mulberry,bonobo Stem-bark, root bark,sap Epilepsy,lumbago,skin irritant,purgative,nervous disorders 71 Antidesma venosum Euphorbiaceae Aroro Stem bark Anthelmintics 72 Antigonon leptopus Polygonaceae Leaves Antimicrobial. 73 Antrocaryon micraster Anacardiaceae Ifa-Okete, Egin-agbo Leaves, fruit General toxic, laxative, cough, stomachae 74 Apium graveolens Apiaceae Seleri-saladi Celery Whole plant Aphrodisiac,emmenagogue,anthelmintics,carminative,antispasmo dic,stimulant,diuretic,cough 75 Arachis hypogea Leguminosae Epa Ground nut,pea nut Nuts Oil as solvent ,antimicrobials,insomnia 76 Areca catechu Palmae Betel nut Nut Urinary tract infection, aphrodisiac, anthelmintic, astingent, carminative. 66 Anthocleista djalonensis Loganiaceae Shapo,kwari 67 Anthocleista liebrechtsiana Loganiaceae 68 Anthocleista vogelii 69 Cabbage tree Coral vine Ekan-Ekun, Egunarugbo,kwarkoro Mexican poppy,prickly poppy Whole plant, latex, roots, seeds Jaundice, gonorrhoea, skin diseases,diuretics,blennorhoea,tapeworms,abscesses Elephant creeper Root, leaves. Nervous disorder, skin infection, gonorrhoea, aphrodisiac. Whole plant Improves lactation 77 Argemone mexicana Papaveraceae 78 Argyreia nervosa Convolvulaceae 79 Aristida adscensionis Poaceae Oka-olongo,garasa 80 Aristolochia ringens Aristolochiaceae Ako-igun,duman dutsee 81 Artemisia afra Compositae Tagargale 82 Artocarpus altilis Moraceae Bere fruit, Berefurutu, Jaloke. Breadfruit 83 Asclepias curassavica Asclepiadaceae Rizgar-kurege Milk weed,wild ipecauanha,bloodflower, Roots bastard ipecac Gastro-intestinal disorders,emetic 84 Asparagus africana Liliaceae Aluki,sarka Asparagus, Aye-kosun Whole plant Antimicrobials,sores,kidney diseases,diuretics. 85 Aspilia africana Compositae Yunyun,uranjilalu,kalankuw Haemorrhage plant a Leaves, flowers Haemostatic,cleaning sores, corneal opacities, stomach disorders,tuberculosis,nervous disorders,guineaworm,gonorrhoea,skin rash. 86 Asystasia calyciana Acanthaceae Orole Leaves Skin diseases,weak erection,headache,childhood yaws 87 Asystasia gangetica Acanthaceae Lobiiri,inana,Ntiaturu Dutchman's pipe, Snake Guineaworm, skin diseases,typhoid, sores, antidote to snake Leaves,roots, whole plant. work poison,emmenagogue,anthelmintics Whole plant leaves Fevers, vermifuge Roots,fruits,wood Fevers,astringent,sedative Senegal tea tree,orange Whole plant hawkweed,chinese violet Antidote for snake bite,astringent,antipruritic,piles,urethral discharge,analgesic properties,antifungal,urological disorders 88 Aulacocalyx jasminiflora Rubiaceae Ogbondo Twigs Toothache 89 Avicennia africana Avicenniaceae Ogbun, Ofun Black Mangrove Leaves, stem, twigs Abortifacient,detergent 90 Axonopus compressus Poaceae Idi Tropical carpet grass Leaves Malaria fever, asthma,breast swelling. 91 Azadirachta indica Meliaceae Eke-oyibo, Dongo-yaro Neem tree Leaves, stem bark, seeds Malaria, jaundice,syphilis,anthelmintics, skin disease,eczema,ringworm,emetic,laxative,sore throat 92 Bacopo monnifera Scrophulariaceae Thyme leaves Whole plant Cough, catarrh, bronchitis, diarrhoea. 93 Balanites aegyptiaca Zygophyllaceae Budare, aduuwa Zachun oil tree,Desert date Roots, fruits,seeds,bark. Anthelmintics, skin diseases,antipyretic,emetic 94 Bambusa vulgaris Poaceae Oparun,Atosi Bamboo Leaves,young shoots Gonorrhoea,abortifacient,a,nthelmintics,emmenagogue,skin rashes of HIV/AIDS 95 Bandeiraea simplicifolia Leguminosae Kporekpo Leaves, bark Urinary disorder, cancerous growth. 96 Baphia nitida Papilionaceae Irosun,Majigi,Ufie,Aboshi Cam wood Leaves, bark, roots,twigs Constipation, skin diseases, venereal diseases,ringworm,enema,flatulence,smallpox 97 Baphia pubescens Papilionaceae Awewi, Urohun,Maajigii Benin Camwood Stem bark Urinary tract disorders,emetic, antimicrobial. 98 Barleria opaca Acanthaceae Arenikosun Leaves Jaundice, hemorrhoids, rheumatism, laxative, snakebite. 99 Basilicum polysiachyon Labiatae 100 Bauhinia rubescens Caesalpiniaceae 101 Bauhinia variegata Caesalpiniaceae 102 Berlinia grandiflora Caesalpiniaceae Apado,abaa,Dokar rafi,Ububa 103 Bidens pilosa Compositae Abere-Oloko, Omo langanran Black jar,spanish needles,beggar's tick,hairy beggarticks 104 Bixa orellana Bixaceae Osun-buke,ulla,Ufie Bixa,arnatto dye plant,ornatus,arnatoo,lips Fruits,seeds tick plant. 105 Blepharis maderaspatensis Acanthaceae Ewe-asaju, ewe-isaju Whole plant Snake-bite antidote 106 Blighia sapida Sapindaceae Isin,Okpu ulla,Gwanja kusa Akee apple Leaves, bark, fruit Malaria, migraine, dysentery,ease labour,hypoglycaemic agent,(note that coat is poisonous). 107 Blighia unijugata Sapindaceae Ako-isin Roots,leaves,stem-bark Diabetes,antipyretic,postnatal haemorrhage 108 Blumea auria Compositae Whole plant Antipyretic and gastro-intestinal problem 109 Blumea perrottetiana Compositae Leaves, roots,whole plant Pains,jaundice,malaria,anthelmintics,ulcer,dysentery Jinga Variegated Bauhinia Aruntaba, Eru-taba Blighia Ikulu,isajeje,ngai camphos Whole plants Fever, cough, cold, nasal congestion Root Fever, dysentery. Root, leaves, bark Skin diseases, arthelmintic, syphilis, astringent, alterative. Bark Ease labour, gastro-intestinal disorders Flowers, leaves,whole plant Diarrhoea, abdominal disorders,enema, rheumaticism,coughs,anaesthetic,ease labour,antipyretics,caries Malaria, fever,astringent,kidney diseases,skin diseases. 110 Boerhaavia diffusa Nyctaginaceae Etiponla, Olowojeja,Baabaa juji,Akandom,Azeigwa 111 Bombax buonopozense Bombaceae Eso, Olokododo,ponpola,Gurjiy Akata,red silk cotton tree Bark,leaves,fruits,flowers. Stomachache, blood tonic,emmenagogue,emollient a,akpe,Ape otokoro 112 Borassus aethiopum Palmae Agbon-olodu, agbononidu,uburu,ubiri. 113 Borreria ocymoides Rubiaceae Irawo-ile,Otete 114 Borreria verticillata Rubiaceae Irawo ile,Uniedi,Damfark' ami 115 Boscia senegalensis Capparidaceae Anza 116 Bosqueia anglosensis Moraceae Gangaran, Saworo,Oze 117 Boswellia dalzielii Burseraceae hano, janauhi 118 Boswellia spp Burseraceae Juguuhi 119 Brassica oleracea var capitata Cruciferae Kabeji 120 Bridelia ferruginea Ira, ira odan, ira eju,Kirni,Ola,okukuu. Euphorbiaceae Hogweed African fan Palm Whole herb Skin diseases, small pox, jaundice, gonorrhoea,diuretic,asthma,cough,antipyretis, (test for pregnancy, through the itching of palm),scabies,yaws,jaundice Roots,juice of nut Respiratory disorders,asthma,headache Leaves, root, whole plant Gonorrhoea, astringent, skin infection. Leaves, roots Gonorrohea, skin diseases,dysentery,antibilharzia,abortifacient,diuretics,antileprosy Leaves, fruit, root Malaria, jaundice, wound, stomachache, aphrodisiac, venereal diseases, diabetes. Saworo,bosqueia Leaves, stem bark Diarrhoea,menorrhagia Frankincense tree Bark, gum, roots Urinary disorder, antiseptic. Bark Anti snake venom Cabbage,sea cabbage Leaves,seeds Antimicrobial,skin diseases. Ira Leaves, bark,roots,fruits Insomnia,antipyretic, general care in children,diabetes,antibacterials,dysentery,mouth wash,gonorrhoea African borreria 121 Bridelia micrantha Euphorbiaceae Isa,asa,Oga ofia,Edede 122 Brillantaisia nitens Acanthaceae Ogwumadibia 123 Brillantaisia patula Acanthaceae Owo 124 Brucea antidysenterica Simaroubaceae 125 Brunfelsia uniflora Solanaceae 126 Bryophyllum pinnatum Crassulaceae 127 Bryoria africana Cucurbitaceae 128 Brysocarpus coccineus Connaraceae Amuje wewe, ade,Kimbar maharbe,Oka abole,Mgba Crimson thyme apepea Root, leaves Jaundice, pile, gonorrhoea,venereal disease,impotence,antitumour,ulcer 129 Buchholzia coriacea Sterculiaceae Uworo, obi-ata Wonderful kola Fruit,bark Antimicrobials, respiratory disorders,dysmenorrhoea, ulcer,fibroid,chest pains,anthelminthics 130 Burkea africana Caesalpiniaceae Apasa, orusi Burkea,wild seriga Bark, twigs Septic sores, headache,astringent 131 Bursoma abyssinica Melianthaceae Stem-bark Anthelmintic, cathartic. Eru-odundun,abomoda Mitzeeri sweetberry Brillantaisia Leaves, roots,bark Laxative, young leaves chewed for headache,migraine. Leaves Diarrhoea Leaves Yaws,diarrhoea,ease labour,dysmenorrhoea,chest pain,convulsion Root bark Cancer, dysentery Roots Aphorodisiacs Resurrection plant,life plant Leaves,roots,,leaf sap Roots Purgative Cough,diarrhoea,dysentery,wounds,fever,sedatives,diuretic,absc esses,antifungal,epilepsy, antimicrobial, anticancer. Flame of the forest Leaves, Bark, Flowers, seeds Aphorodisiac, astringent, diuretic diabetes, leucorrhoea, antiseptic anthelmintic, cough, cold. Emi-emi, emi,Osisi,Ka'danya Shea butter tree,Vitellaria paradoxa,Kadanya. Seeds Nasal decongestion and cattarhal condition,anthelmintic,hypertension,diuretic. Ayoo Bonduc nut,physic nut, yellow nicker Roots,leaves,seeds Fever,anthelmintics,respiratory diseases Bonduc nut, fever nut Leaves, roots, seeds Antipyretic, anthelmintic, astringent, asthma, colic. Eko-omode Pride of Barbados Bark,leaves,seeds Purgative,emollient,abortifacient,emmenagogue. Leguminosae Otili,Orela,viovio Pigeon pea Leaves, seeds Smallpox,chickenpox,diuretic,laxative,haemostatic,astringent,mea sles,mouth wash. Caladium bicolor Araceae Eje-Jesu Christ plant,heart of Jesus Leaves,rhizome. Topical application for boils,wound,ulcer,purgative,convulsion 139 Calapogonium mucunoides Leguminosae Apalofa,Agbiri Crab grass Leaves Diarrhoea, skin infection. 140 Calendula officinalis Compositae Ododo-Maria Marigold Leaves,roots Ulcer,astringent 141 Calliandra haematocephala Leguminosae Tude,ule Calliandra Leaves Antimicrobials 142 Calliandra portoricensis Leguminosae Tude,ule,Oga,Mbuceioro Corpse awakener Leaves,twigs,roots Fevers,convulsions,breast engogement,stomach disorders,purgative,amenorrhoea,headache,lumbago 132 Butea frondosa Papilionaceae 133 Butyrospermum paradoxum Sapotaceae 134 Caesalpinia bonduc Leguminosae 135 Caesalpinia cristata Caesalpiniaceae 136 Caesalpinia pulcherima Leguminosae 137 Cajanus cajan 138 143 Caloncoba echinata Flacourtiaceae Ntuebi Caloncoba,Gorli Bark,roots,seeds,stem exudate Skin infections 144 Caloncoba glauca Flacourtiaceae Kakandika,pomuseghe Caloncoba Seeds, root, bark, leaf Leprosy, skin lesions,pustular skin eruptions,migraines 145 Calophyllum inophyllum Guttiferae Alexandrian laurel, Dillo oil tree Leaves, bark, oil Eye infection, migraine, astringent, ulcers, gonorrhoea. 146 Calotropis procera Asclepiadaceae Bomubomu,Tumfatiya Giant milk weed,sodom apple Leaves, root, bark,latex. Diarrhoea, dysentery, elephantiasis, leprosy,chronic eczema,ringworm,cough,diaphoretic,emetic,asthma,abortifacient, convulsion,antipyretic. 147 Canarium schweinfurthii Burseraceae Origbo, Paapo,agbabubu,atile, Mbiji African elemi,aiele,bush Bark candle tree Black tongue, round worm, gonorrhoea,stomach disorders 148 Canavalia ensiformis Leguminosae Ponpondo, sese-nla Sword bean,horse bean Seed Antibiotic, antiseptic 149 Canna indica Cannaceae Idodo,ido,Gwangwama,Ab Indian shot erekanwo Leaves 150 Cannabis sativa Cannabinaceae Igbo Leaves, female Diarrhoea, sores, migraine, whooping inflorescence,seeds,stemcough,sedative,dandruff,lice,gonorrhea,dyspepsia twigs. 151 Canthium glabriflorum Rubiaceae Ajelora,Igi elera,Eze 152 Capparis thonningii Cappararaceae Ekan-awodi, ewon ekiri 153 Capraria biflora Scrophulariaceae Indian Hemp Caper bush,kanthar Asthma, Malaria Stem,roots,leaves Cough,mental disorders Root Fever, headache, mental disorder,aphrodisiac,cough. Root Antifungal agent. 154 Capsicum annuum Solanaceae Ata rodo,sombo,tatase,Ose oyinbo Bell pepper Fruits,seeds Carminative,stimulant,Vitamin C 155 Capsicum frutescens Solanaceae Ata wewe,ata-eiye,Ose mkpe,Taashi Chili pepper,bird pepper Fruits,seeds Fevers, dysentery,stimulant,carminative, malaria, ingredient of some herbal recipes. 156 Carapa procera Meliaceae Irere, Agogo,abooganwo,Nkwo Monkey cola,crabwood Bark, seeds, leaves Purgative, ringworms, boils,rheumatic pains,antipyretic 157 Cardiospermum halicacabum Sapindaceae . Shaworo, Baloon vine, heart erapoo,Mpikpo,Fadama,G seed,balsam apple arafunin Leaves, root Skin eruption, piles, rheumatism, syphilitic sores,gonorrhea,ameorrhoea,emetic,nervous disorders 158 Carica papaya Caricaceae Ibepe,Ojo,gwanda Leaves, seeds, fruits Gonorrhoea, syphilis,amoebic dysentery,roundworms,abortifacient,emmenagogue,diabetes,med icinal recipes,papain enzyme as meat tenderizer,convulsion,mental disorder, malaria. 159 Carissa edulis Apocynaeae Bagozaki Roots, fruits Expectorant, abortifacient, venereal diseases 160 Carpha procera Cyperaceae Bark Febrifuge, anthelmintic, appetizer, antiperiodic, purgative. 161 Carpodinus dulcis Apocynacee Whole plant Galactagogure 162 Carpolobia lutea Polygalaceae Osunsun,Uziza,Aghba awa Leaves, bark Rheumatism,aphrodisiac,toothache 163 Casearia barteri Samydaceae Ukpakuzon Stem, twig, bark Toothache, Oral hygeine 164 Cassytha filiformis Lauraceae Omoniginigini,omonigelegele,sulunwahi. Paw paw Agogo-igun, ApariIgun,ogberi-akuko Cattlestick Devil's gut,parasitic vine Stem twigs Anthelmintics, antimicrobials, antifungal Australian pine,horse-tail Leaves tree Antipyretic,salt tolerant tree Apabida pupa Rose perinwinkle Leaves,whole plant Diabetes, hypertension, antileukaemic properties, antitumour,dysentery,menorrhagia Bombacaceae Araba,egungun,Rimii,Akpu White silk cotton tree,kapok,fuma Flowers, leaves, bark,exudate. Diabetes, fever, gonorrhoea,emollient,syphilis,emetic,astringent,demulcent,asthm a,diabetes,menorrhagia Celastrus indica Celastraceae Ponju-owiwi Bittersweet Roots,leaves,twigs Antimicrobial,anthelmintics,asthma,malaria 169 Celastrus paniculatus Celastraceae Mawo Olule Staff tree Bark,roots Abortion 170 Celastrus senegalensis Celastraceae Isepolohun Bittersweet Leaves, stem root Dysentery, oedemas, gonorrhoea, cancer, gastrointestinal troubles,vermifuge,mouth wash,laxative,aphrodisiac. 171 Celosia argentea Amaranthaceae Sokoyokoto,Erimonu,Fara alayatu Cockscomb Leaves, seeds Skin diseases, diarrhoea,,antiscorbutic,anthelmintic 172 Celosia laxa Amaranthaceae Marugbo sanyantan, Ajemawofo,Mannafaa Celosia Leaves Antiscorbutic, purgative 173 Celosia trigyna Amaranthaceae Ajefowo,ajitan Celosia Leaves Anthelmintics,diuretic,astringent,chest pains,emmolient,sore 174 Celtis mildbraedii Ulmaceae Ita-gidi, uta, ewonagogo,Aziza African Celtis, African hackberry,beaverwood,o Root bia,nettle tree Arthritis,fever,dysmenorrhoea. 175 Centaurea perrottetii Compositae Danyi Star thistle Skin infections,fever,malaria,syphilis,ulcer 165 Casuarina equisetifolia Casuarinaceae 166 Catharanthus roseus Apocynaceae 167 Ceiba pentandra 168 Whole plant,leaves 176 Centaurea praecox Compositae Whole plant Stomachic, purgative 177 Centella asiatica Umbelliferae Indian pennywort Whole plant Skin diseases, dysentery, elephantiasis, piles, diuretic. 178 Centrosema pubescens Leguminosae Fodder pea Leaves Skin diseases 179 Cephaelis manni Rubiaceae Leaves, bark, root Wounds, antipyretic, dysentery. 180 Cercestis afzelii Araceae Cercestis Leaves, Stem-bark Purgative. 181 Chasmanthera dependens Menispermaceae Ato-oloriraun Chasmanthera Roots Diuretics,antigonococcal,for management of fractures. 182 Chenopodium ambrosioides Chenopodiaceae Ewe-imi,asin,arunpale Wormwood Whole plant, leaves. Anthelmintics,emollient,rheumatism, tumour. 183 Chromolaena odorata Compositae Akintola ,Awolowo,Obiarakara Siam weed Leaves,stem-twigs Antimicrobial, dysentery, headache,malaria fever,toothache,haemostatic,skin diseases. 184 Chrozophora senegalensis Euphorbiaceae Leaves Astringent, anthelmintics, rheumatism. 185 Chrysanthellum indicum Compositae Indian crysanthemum Whole plant Boils, fever, gonorrhoea, jaundice, heart-trouble,insecticide. 186 Chrysanthemum cinerariae folium Compositae Pyrethrum Flower heads, leaves Fever, wounds, general debility, insecticide. Ewa-ahun Abilere, Oyigi 187 Chrysobalanus ellipticus Roseaceae Ikatee,Awonriwon Chrysobalanus,cocoplum Leaves, roots Diarrhoea 188 Chrysophyllum albidum Sapotaceae Osanbalumo, Agbalumo African star apple Bark, leaves Fever,stomachaches,antiperiodic 189 Cinchona officinalis Rubiaceae Quinine tree Bark Malaria,anthelmintics, antibacterial. 190 Cinnamomum Zeyianiam Lauraceae Cinnamon Bark, leaves, oil Aromatic, astringent, typhoid fever, antimicrobial nauseae, vomiting, menorrhagia. 191 Cissampelos owariensis Menispermaceae Ewe jokoje,Damargaji Lungwort,velvet leaf Roots,whole plant Lung diseases,emmenagogue,antipyretic,diuretic,skin diseases,blood tonic 192 Cissus quadrangularis Vitaceae Ogbakiiki,Da'ddori Stemmed vine Tuber,stem Caries,dysmenorrhoea,urinary disorders 193 Citrullus colocynthis Cucurbitaceae Egusi bara Bitter gourd,colocynth,vine of sodom,bitter apple. Seeds,whole plant,roots,fruit pulp. Antimicrobials,purgative,anthelmintics,head lice,bladder stone,contraceptive. 194 Citrullus lanatus Cucurbitaceae Egusi-baara Water melon,cow melon Seeds, leaves,fruits,pulp 195 Citrus aurantifolia Rutaceae Osanwewe,Dankabuya,Afotanta Lime,swing ,Epe nkirisi Leaves, stem, root, fruit Fever, jaundice,antimicrobials abdominal ulcer, gonorrhoea,carminative,hypertensive recipe,flavouring agent,measles,cough,toothache,anthelmintics,scurvy. 196 Citrus aurantium Rutaceae Osan, oromboBitter orange,sour igun,gangan,Olomaoyibo,B orange abbaan leemu Juice, roots, oil Cough, sore throat, stomachache,anthelmintics,malaria,carminative,typhoid fever. 197 Citrus limon Rutaceae Osan-laimu,oromankirir,Babban leemui Fruits,leaves,bark,roots Antipyretic,cold,stomachic Lemon Womb expeller, diuretic, cystitis, malaria, leucorrhoea, gonorrhoea,hypertension,whitlow. 198 Citrus paradisi Rutaceae Osan gerepu, osan paya. Grape fruit Rind/external coat,seeds,fruit Antimicrobials,diabetes,astringent,emollient,demulcent, malaria. 199 Citrus sinensis Rutaceae Osanmimu, orombo didun Sweet orange Twigs,stem bark,fruits Dysentery, fever, headache,antimicrobial agent,anthelmintics,toothache,antiscorbutic 200 Clappertonia ficifolia Malvaceae Bolobolo Bolobolo Leaves,roots Cough 201 Clausena anisata Rutaceae Oboku, agbasa, atariobuko Clausena Leaves, roots,bark Cough, cold, abdominal pain, asthma, bronchitis,dysentery, arthritis,lumbago,malaria,anthelmintics,laxative,toothache. 202 Cleidon gaponicum Euphorbiaceae Twigs Toothache 203 Cleistopholis paterns Annonaceae Apako Salt and oil tree Leaves,bark Coughs,anthelmintics,antipyretic,respiratory diseases,tuberculosis,purgative 204 Cleome ciliata Capparaceae Akuya-aaja, Ekuya Wild mustard,cat's whiskers Leaves, seeds Earache, convulsions, sores, wounds,boils,anthelmintic,carminative,suppuration. 205 Cleome gynandra Capparaceae Ekuye, ekuya,ipiya Bastard Mustard,cat's whiskers Leaves, seeds Rheumatism, headache,disinfectant,earache,neuralgia,anthelmintic,ease labour. 206 Clerodendrum capitalum Verbenaceae Feregede,Illiri Hollow stems Leaves, root Anthelmintics, dysentry, gonorrhoea. 207 Clerodendrum paniculatum Verbenaceae Ora-ojola, adabi Garden quinine Roots, leaves Antipyretic, anthelmintics,venereal diseases, rheumatism,malaria 208 Clerodendrum umbellatum Verbenaceae Leaves Wounds, cut. 209 Clerodendrum volubile Verbenaceae 210 Clitoria ternatea Leguminosae 211 Cnestis ferruginea Connaraceae 212 Cnidoscolus acontifolius 213 Dagba Leaves, roots Venereal diseases, astringent, topical application, vermifuge. Roots,leaves,seeds Gonorrhoea,purgative,diuretic,ulcer Akara aje, omuaja,esise,elemesan,Amun Short pod,alum plant keta Fruits, seeds, leaves, root,bark Snake bite, eyedrops, migraine, gonorrhoea, madness,laxative,sore throat,pyorrhoea,stabilise pregnancy,oral infections Euphorbiaceae Iyanapaja Cnidoscolus Leaves, sap Diuretic, antimicrobial Coccinia barteri Cucurbitaceae Ewe-oju Fruited gourd Whole plant Venereal diseases,skin infections, earache 214 Coccinia grandis Cucurbitaceae Ewe-ero,Gurjin daaji ivy gourd, scarlet gourd. Leaves, Fruit Depression, venereal diseases, skin infection, antibacterial. 215 Cochlospermun planchonii Cochlospermaceae Sewetu,Raawayaa Cotton plant Roots,stem-bark Gonorrhoea,menstrual disorder 216 Cochlospermun tinctorium Cochlospermaceae Sewetu,Balagande Cotton plant Whole plant,seeds Jaundice,dysmenorrhoea,gastro-intestinal disorders, vaginal discharge,bilharzia,antimicrobials. 217 Cocos nucifera Palmae Agbon,Kwakwar,Ake babe Coconut Palm Bark, root, nuts Bronchitis, liver ailments,migraine,emollient, scabies, dysentery,antiseptic,toothache,uterine diseases,hair loss,liver ailment,diuretic,anthelmintic,laxative 218 Cocparnus pendulus Menispermaceae Roots Antipyretic 219 Coffea arabica Rubiaceae Kernels Stimulant, rheumatism,diuretic Butterfly pea Kofi,Gahwa Coffee 220 Coix lacryma-jobi Poaceae Aje,aka-ila,agbalamaria,ido-onisekere Job's tear Roots,fruits,seeds Diuretic,anthhelmintics,asthma,stimulant,cicatrizant,irregular menstruation,conjunctivitis. 221 Cola acuminata Sterculiaceae Obi abata,Oji Abata kola nut Fruit nuts Stimulant, fever, malaria. 222 Cola Caricifolia Sterculiaceae Okokoro, Ogugu, Monkey kola Leaves Eye infection, Ringworm. 223 Cola laurifolia Sterculiaceae Karanga,Ufa, Aworiwo Twigs, stem bark Tooth ache, dysentery, oral hygiene,caries,thrush 224 Cola millenii Sterculiaceae Obi-edun Monkey Kola Leaves,fruits. Ringworms, scabies, gonorrhoea, dysentery,ophthalmia 225 Cola nitida Sterculiaceae Obi gbanja Kola Stem bark, seed, kernel Diarrhoea, stimulant,diuretic,cardiac tonic,eye trouble 226 Colocasia esculenta Araceae Koko,kokofun,kokoibile,Gwamba Cocoyam,wild taro Tuber,leaves Anaemia,wounds,rheumatism,poison antidote 227 Combretum glutinosum Combretaceae Kattakara Leaves childhood fevers,milk preservative. 228 Combretum grandiflous Combretaceae ikedike Leaves jaundice, galactogogue, cholagogues. 229 Combretum mucronatum Combretaceae Ogan,Ogolo,Fara geza Leaves, root Wounds, cough, dysentery,anthelmintic,antimicrobials,biliousness,antipyretic 230 Combretum paniculatum Combretaceae Ogan, okan Twigs Jouts pains, black tongue, appetizer, febrifuge. Combretum 231 Combretum racemosum Combretaceae Okan Bush willow Twigs Black tongue, appetizer, weakness,antipyretic 232 Commelina diffusa Commelinaceae Itopere,godogboodo,Obogy,Balasa Day flower,small blue flower,commelina Leaves, whole plant Yellow fever, oedema, sore, boils,itch,headache,backache,pregnancy promotion 233 Commiphora africana Burseraceae Turari,Dashi,Biskiti Myrrh Roots, fruit Whooping cough, bronchitis, stimulant,carminative,demulcent,astringent,expectorant,stimulant, emmanagogue,menorrhoea,leprosy 234 Connarus africanus Connaraceae seed, root bark Anthelmintic, astriagent 235 Conyza canadensis Compositae Canadian Fleabane,horsebane,pride weed,horse weed Whole plant Gonorrhoea, diarrhoea, genital diseases, dysentery, haemostatic, insect repellant, anti-bacterial activity 236 Conyza sumatrensis Compositae Olowojeja Conyza whole plant Antipyretic,asthma,tuberculosis 237 Copaifera mildbraedii Leguminosae Ovbia-leke Copaiva,copaiba Fruits,seeds Cathartic,diuretic,stimulant 238 Corchorus olitorus Tiliaceae Ewedu,Laaloo,Ahihiara Jute plant Leaves, seeds, root Fever, worms, diarrhoea, abscesses,demulcent,antiperiodic,anthelmintic,astringent,asthma 239 Cordia millenii Boraginaceae Omo African cordia Stem bark Fever, cough, stomachache,mild tonic,astringent,toothache 240 Corynanthe johimbe Rubiaceae Idagbon Yohimbe plant Stem bark Hypertension,aphrodisiac, dysmenorrhoea 241 Corynanthe pachyceras Rubiaceae Ako idagbon Corynanthe yohimbe Leaves, root, stem bark Mental problems, impotence, anaesthesia,aphrodisiac,antipyretic,local anasthesia,mental problem 242 Cosmos sulphureus Asteraceae Ododo-imiesu Yellow cosmos,sulphur cosmos Leaves, flowers Antimicrobial,wounds,astringent,colourant. 243 Costus afer Zingiberaceae Ireke - Omode,teteeegungun,Opate,Kaki zuwa Ginger lily Stem, roots, fruit,juice Coughs, diabetes, rheumatic swellings, cuts/sores,diuretic,diabetic,antiarthritic property,malaria,jaundice,gonorrhoea,bilharzia,anti-snake. 244 Coula edulis Olacaceae udi, ivanlegbe Kernel, bark Dysentery, stomach disorder, skin diseases. 245 Courbonia virgata Capparaceae Kumkum Courbonia Roots,fruits,leaves Stimulant,chest pains,cough 246 Crassocephalum crepidioides Compositae Efo ebolo Velvet plant,ebolo,redflower ragleaf Whole plant, roots, leaves. Indigestion, colic, flatulence, headache, breast-cancer. 247 Crassocephalum rubens Compositae Ebire Ebire,ebolo Leaves,roots Earache,carious tooth,breast cancer,stomachache 248 Craterispermum laurinum Rubiaceae Ozoh Alum bark Inner bark,leaves Gonorrhoea, schistosomiasis,vermifuge,fever,aphrodisiac,malaria,jaundice,ey e trouble 249 Crateva adansonii Capparaceae Eegunorun,taniya,ajanaka,Ungud Garlic pear udu,Amakarode Leaves, bark Tonic, stomachache, antipyretic,rubefacient,urinary disorders 250 Crescentia cujete Bignoniaceae Igi igba,igisogba Calabash tree,gourd tree Fruits Receptacle for herbal medicines 251 Crinum glaucum Amaryllidaceae Isu meri Crinum lily,spider lily Antimicrobial,purgative,rubefacient,cough,anti-allergic properties,female fertility 252 Crinum jagus Amaryllidaceae Obase, Ogede-Odo,Ede obase, Albasar kwadi Frest crinum, poison bulb Bulb, Leaves bulb,flower-stalks Chronic cough, tuberculosis, rheumatism,emetic,whitlow,anthelmintics,purgative,rubefacient Sandcrown berry,crystal Root, stem bark bark 253 Crossopteryx febrifuga Rubiaceae Ayeye 254 Crotalaria retusa Leguminosae Koropo,alatunse,saworo,Y Rattle box,rattle pea ara, Akidimuo Root, seeds, juice of pods,leaves. Fever, cirrhosis, liver lesions, dysentery,colic,vermifuge 255 Croton lobatus Euphorbiaceae Eru,Namijin-zaakii bansaa Cascarilla Root, bark, leaves Guinea worm, convulsions, skin diseases.rheumatic pain, urinary disorder,purgative 256 Croton penduliflorus Euphorbiaceae Aworoso Croton,Turk's cap Seeds,whole plant. Constipation,general debility,diuretics,arthritis,purgative,antitumour 257 Croton zambesicus Euphorbiaceae Ajekobale bushveld Leaves,twigs Piles,gonorrhoea,arthritis,diarrhoea,impotence, 258 Cryptolepia sanguinolenta Periplocaceae Root, stem Antipyretic, antibacterial, urinary infections, gastrointestinal disorder, rheumatism. 259 Cryptostegia grandiflora Apocynaceae Leaves, latex Fungi infection, heart problem. 260 Cucumeropsis manni Cucurbitaceae Itoo, eyen Leaves Milk laxative 261 Cucumis melo Cucurbitaceae Baara-ekate,Gurji Leaves, root Fungal diseases, emetic,purgative,gonorrhoea. 262 Cucumis prophetarum Cucurbitaceae ruit pulp Vermifuge 263 Cucurbita maxima Cucurbitaceae Seeds,fruits. Tapeworm, diuretic, taenicide, otitis,utensils. Melon,musk melon Elegede,apala,Kabeewaa Melon-pumpkin Fever, gastrointestinal&respiratory disorders. 264 Cucurbita pepo Cucurbitaceae Elegede,Ogbogolo,Kabew Pumpkin,gourd,vegetableSeeds, leaves,fruits,pulp a,gboro. marrow Urinary complaints, cathartic,taenicide,diuretic,demulcent,anthelmintics,boils,burns,an ti-tumour. 265 Culcasia scandens Araceae Agunmona Leaves Skin disease,anaesthetic,stomachache,pregnancy booster,venereal disease 266 Curculigo pilosa Hypoxidaceae Epakun,Dooyar kureegee African crocus Roots Leaukaemia,gonorrhoea,cough,purgative,astringent,aphrodisiac, demulcent 267 Curcuma longa Zingiberaceae Gangamu, laali pupa Tubers Jaundice, eye wash, skin diseases, vermifuge,yellow fever,ringworm,anti-tumour,antimicrobials,carminative,malaria 268 Cuscuta australis Convolvulaceae Mologinigini,ganagana,omi nsinminsinDodder, devil’s root gogoro,Soyyaya Whole plant Laxative, kidney, liver disease, sores,laxative,astringent,anthelmintic,measles 269 Cyathula prostrata Amaranthaceae Shawere pepe, Tanaje,K'arangiya kusu Pasture weed Whole plant Ringworms, scabies, gonorrhoea, dysentery,rheumatism. 270 Cylicodiscus gabonensis Leguminosae Olosan, Aja-igi Denya,okan Bark Diarrhoea, dysentery 271 Cymbopogon citratus Poaceae Kooko-oba,Acharaehi Lemon grass Leaves, roots Malaria, cough, sprains, lumbago, stomach tonic, stimulant, cold,diaphoretic,diuretic,refrigerant,ringworm 272 Cynara scolymus Compositlae Kharsuf Whole plant Diuretic, liver diseases, anti-atherosderotic, use as sugar substitute 273 Cynodon dactylon Graminae Kapet garassi,Buntun kudaa Bahama grass,dub grass Leaves, root Venereal diseases, astringent, haemostatic, urinary infection, wounds. 274 Cyperus esculentus Cyperaceae Ofio, omu,Aya aya Nut grass, tiger nut,papyrus,yellow nutsedge. To induce vomiting,diuretic,anthelmintics,carminative,menstrual disorders. Turmeric Whole plant 275 Cyrtosperma senegalense Araceae Ope-igbo,igooha Swamp-arum Leaves,rhizome,fruits Cough,ease labour,astringent,ulcer,gonorrhoea. 276 Dacryodes edulis Burseraceae Elemi,ube Native pear,African plum,bush butter tree Bark, leaves,fruits. Jiggars,skin diseases, acute malaria,anthelmintics,astringent,wounds,clearing pregnancy stretch marks,elephantiasis. 277 Dalbergia lactea Leguminosae Ojiji, abinrere Flat bean Bark, stem-dust Pimples,anthelmintic,ease labour 278 Dalbergia saxatilis Leguminosae Ogundu, Paran,runhun zaki,Obunzizi Flat bean Leaves, bark, roots Cough, small pox, skin lesions, bronchial ailments,toothache 279 Dalbergiella welwitschii Leguminosae Emosho-elemosoo,emesoWest African black wood Stem, twigs, roots, leaves Bronchial ailments,purgative,anthelmintic,menstrual disorder. igangan, afoso, 280 Daniellia oliveri Leguminosae Iya,Kadaura,Ozabwa, Maje African copaiba,balsam tree,niger-copal,maaje Gum, bark Dysentery, diarrhoea, toothache,urinary infection,astringent,tooth ache 281 Daniellia thurifera Leguminosae Iya Frankincense tree Stem-wood dust Scabies 282 Datura metel Solanaceae Apikan,Ajeguneegun,gegemu,Furenjuuji Devil's trumpet,hairy thorn apple Leaves Ashma,venereal diseases,convulsion. 283 Datura stramonium Solanaceae Apikan, ododoomode,zakami suturamai rawiya,Myaramuo Stink weed,thorn apple,devil's trumpet,jimson-weed Leaves, seeds, root Asthma, cough, astringent,aphrodisiac,mental disorders,gonorrhoea,lumbago,neuralgic,insomnia,anodyne,sedat ive,antispasmodic 284 Deinbollia pinnata Sapindaceae Ogiri-egba, Ekusi-Oloko Water willow Leaves, root Cough, bronchial asthma.,aphrodisiac 285 Delonix regia Leguminosae Seke seke,ayin. flame of the forest Leaves,bark,seeds,flower Diuretic,anthelmintics,astringent,leucorrhoea s 286 Dennettia tripetala Annonaceae Igbere,Nmimi Pepperfruit Fruit,leaves,stem-twigs. Insect repellant,fever,cough,toothache,stimulant 287 Desmodium adscendens Leguminosae Epaile,aberodefe,Nbasioku Desmodium Leaves, whole plant Constipation, convulsions, gonorrhoea, syphilis, bronchial asthma,spermcount enhancer. 288 Desmodium gangeticum Leguminosae Ewe-emo Leaf, root Astringent, urinary disorder, broachi infection, fever, chest infection. 289 Detaruyn nucricaroyn Leguminosae Taura, Ogbogbo Bark, leaves Wounds, ulcers 290 Dialium guineense Leguminosae Awin,Icheku,Tsamiyar kurmi Black tamarind,tumble tree Leaves, fruit, bark, twigs Fever, coughs, bronchitis, toothache,astringent, diuretic 291 Dichapetalum baneri Chailletiaceae Ngbu ewu Good killer Seeds Cough, rheumatism, bachache 292 Dichapetalum toxicarium Dichapetalaceae Alo, Itakun, ikunmu-agbo Gift-blaar,ratsbane Stem bark, twigs,leaves Jaundice,poisonous to animals,malaria,cardiac asthma 293 Dichrostachys cinerea Leguminosae Kara, Ajagboluti,Ami ogwu,Dundu West African sickle bush, Princess's earrings Bark, root, latex Fever, stomachache, toothache,diuretic,astringent,anthelmintics,scald,sores 294 Dicoma sessiliflora Compositae Doda Dicoma Whole plant Antipyretic,aphrodisiac,cough,stomachache 295 Digitaria horizontalis Poaceae Ariran, eeran,Karanin dawaki Crab grass,sourgrass Whole plant Nervous problem,enhancing memory 296 Dioclea reflexa Leguminosae Agbarin, epe, arin Dioclea,bull's eye Seed Asthma,head lice,dandruff,stimulant. 297 Dioscorea bulbifera Discoreaceae Isu-emina,emina,isuahun,Dooyar bisa Air potato,aerial potato yam Tuber Mystic properties,diarrhoea,dysentery,constipation,anthelmintics,antidot e for snake and scorpion venom,coughs,mental problems,diabetes,weak erection,breast enlargement,fever,rheumatism,antimicrobials. 298 Dioscorea dumetorum Dioscoreaceae Esuru,gudugudu,Gursami Wild yellow yam,African bitter yam,three-leaved yam. Tubers, leaves Colic, abdominal, vomiting, analgesic,skin disorders,psychic trouble,malaria,ease labour,anti-bilharzia. 299 Dioscoreophyllum cumminsii Mennispermaceae Inunurin, Omuaja Serendipity berry Fruits,leaves,roots. Diabetes, obesity, impotence,tonic for debility. 300 Diospyros canaliculata Ebenaceae Oriloje, Owe Date plum Bark, leaves Leprosy, antimicrobials,anthelmintics,abortifacient,cardiac tonic. 301 Diospyros mespliforimis Ebenaceae Ige,igidudu,Kalwaa Ebony tree Root bark, stem bark Bilharzia, diarrhoea, antibacterial,anthelmintic,astringent,abortifacient,fertility regulation 302 Discoglypremna caloneura Euphorbiaceae Akikaagba, Ogwilaki Seeds Gastrointestinal disorder, catharsis, abortion, purgative. 303 Dissotis rotundifolia Melastomataceae Awede,Ajagunmorasin 304 Dodonaea viscosa Sapindaceae 305 Dorstenia prorepens Moraceae Alaifo, aloifo 306 Dracaena manni Dracaenaceae 307 Drynaria laurentii Polypodiaceae Chickweed,starwort,star Whole plant weed, Venereal diseases, coughs,antimicrobials,conjunctivities,haemostatic,weight control,diuretic,asthma,ulcer. Leaves Sore throat, diaphoretic, fever. Contrayerva,rock begonia,sokotan Stem twig,leaves Nephrosis,wound,antipyretic,antimicrobials. Ope-kannakanna, peregun,Akuku Dracaena Roots,leaves,fruits Skin diseases,antimicrobials,stomachache,caries. Afomo Drynaria Whole plant, leaves. Venereal diseases. 308 Drypetes chevalieri Euphorbiaceae Osunsun-iro 309 Drypetes Florabunda Euphorbiaceae Asokara 310 Duranta repens Verbenaecae 311 Dyschoriste perrottetii Acanthaceae 312 Echinacea purpurea Compositae 313 Eclipta prostrata Compositae 314 Ehretia cymosa 315 Drypetes Leaves Cough,asthma,bronchitis Stem Toothache, oral hygiene Fruits Anthemintic, insecticide Seed Inflammation, Eye irrigation. Purple cone, black sampson Rhizome Antimicrobial agent. Abikole, arojoku Ink plant,thistles,false daisy Leaves Elephantiasis, fever,cough, skin diseases,oedema,liver ailments,emetic,antiseptic,diarrhoea,convulsion. Boraginaceae Jaoke Puzzle bush,ivorywood Leaves,bark Amenorrhoea,contraceptive,fevers,convulsion,fracture management Eichhornia crassipes Pontederiaceae Bebelu oju omi,mako,gbeborun. Water hyacinth Whole plant Skin care,fresh juice for wounds,styptic,goitre,protecting feet as foot wears 316 Ekebergia senegalensis Meliaceae Ijebo, Ayape,Madachin dutsi Stavewood Trunk bark,roots. Rheumatism, insomnia,malaria,antipyretic,blood tonic, chicken box,charred powder of roots for inducing sneezing 317 Ekebergia capensis Meliaceae Oronu, madachin Cape ash,essenhout Leaves, roots,bark Fever, epilepsy, haemolytic,sinusitis,purify blood,insomnia, malaria. 318 Elaeis guineensis Palmae Ope, igiope,Nkwe,Ake,Kwakwar Red oil palm Root, palm oil,bark,kernels Malaria, mental disorders,diarrhoea,asthma,measles. Bidi-Diyan Oroigi, oroonigi Asthma plant Leaves, stem bark,roots,latex Intestinal parasities,fever,measles,purgative,warts,epilepsy,asthma,analge sic,skin diseases. Leave, root Fever, cough. 319 Elaeophorbia drupifera Euphorbiaceae 320 Elephantapus scaber Compositae 321 Eleusine indica Poaceae Esekannakanna,Ciyaawar tuuji,Ichite 322 Elytraria marginata Acanthaceae Eso Whole plant Gonorrhoea, impotence, stomache, cough, infertility. 323 Elytraria marginata Acanthaceae Eso Whole plant Gonorrhoea, male-impotence, stomache, cough, infertility. 324 Embelia guineaasis Myrsinaceae Leaves, root Anthelmintic, skin diseases 325 Embelia schimperi Myrsinaceae Kiru Stem bark, leaves Antispasmodic, anthelmintic. 326 Emilia coccinea Compositae Odundun-owo, odundunokun,Ogbunizu,nte -ana Tassel flower,scarlet tassel flower Leaves, sap, roots. Ulcers, craw-craw, abscesses of the breast, yaws, lice, ringworm, febrifuge, syphilis, hernia, gonorrhoea, measles,cough,salad. 327 Enantia chlorantha Annonaceae Osopupa, Awopa,dokitaigbo,Kakerim African yellow wood Bark Typhoid fever,malaria,antimicrobials, jaundice, rickettsia,infective hepatitis,haemostatic,uterus stimulant,ulcer. 328 Entada africana Leguminosae Ayunrebanabana,Tawatsa Entada Bark, leaves, root, seeds Astringent,antimimicrobials, antipyretic, abortifacient,malaria. 329 Entada gigas Mimosaceae Aagbaa Seahearts,monkey ladders Leaves,seeds,stem-twigs. Diarrhoea,antimicrobial,abdominal pain, abortifacient,convulsion,astringent,charm to ward off evil spirit Bermuda Leaves grass,wiregrass,fowl foot Coughing with bloody sputum,antipyretic,anthelmintics,venereal diseases. 330 Entandrophragma cylindricum Meliaceae Ijebo,Owura Cedar mahogany Stem bark Diabetes, cough, fever,gastro-intestinal disorders, black tongue,stimulant 331 Eragrostis tremula Poaceae Ariran,Burburwa Eragrostis,lovegrass Whole plant To improve memory 332 Eremomastax speciosa Acanthaceae Jangborukan,asoyin Eremomastax Leaves Guinea worms,anthelmintic,sores 333 Erissema psoraleoides Leguminosae Roro, Isapa-eluju Leavs, roots, seeds Venereal diseases, boils, cuts, eye infection. 334 Eruatamia coronaria Apocynaceae Leaves, stem, root Anthelmintic, skin infection, toothache, eye diseases-ophthalmia. 335 Eryngium foetidum Umbelliferae Leaves Ulcer, headache, hysteria 336 Erythrina senegalensis Leguminosae Ologbosere,lakale,Majiriya Parrot tree,coral tree ,echichi Leaves, bark, seeds,roots. Anthelmintics,cathartic,dysentery,antipyretic,emmenagogue,galac togue 337 Erythrococca anomala Euphorbiaceae Iyere-igbo Fruits,leaves,leaf-sap Headache, joint pains,earaches,taeniacide. 338 Erythrophleum suaveolens Leguminosae Erun obo, oluSasswood,Ordeal obo,Ajeku,Obo,Gwaska,in tree,Sassy bark. yi,akpa. Stem bark, leaves,roots. Chicken pox, gangrenous sores, snake bite,emetic.filarial worm swelling,skin diseases,wound,hypertension,local anaesthetic,sneezing inducer. 339 Erythroxylum coca Erythroxylaceae Red wood Leaves Local anaesthesia, sedative. 340 Euadenia trifoliata Capparaceae Euadenia Roots, stem, bark,fruit Tuberculosis,arthritis, otalgia, aphrodisiac, rectal prolapse. East India Rosebay, Nero's crown Ajinringburigbu, Logbokiya,Kanumfari Cocca 341 Eucalyptus globulus Myrtaceae Eucalyptus Leaves Nasal congestion, antibacterial, wounds, mouth wash. 342 Eugenia aromatica Myrtaceae Kanafuru Clove Flower Toothache, carminative, rubefacient, serving as preservative in herbal recipes. 343 Eugenia malaccencis Myrtaceae Apulu Apple,African water apple,rose-water apple 344 Eugenia unifolia Myrtaceae Pitanga Pitanga 345 Eulophia millsoni 346 Antimicrobial,source for vitamins Leaves, fruit Antimicrobial. Orchidaceae Rhizome Aphrodisiac Euphorbia balsamifera Euphorbiaceae Stem, latex Caries, dysentery 347 Euphorbia deightonii Euphorbiaceae Oro agogo Leaves Woman Sterility 348 Euphorbia heterophylla Euphorbiaceae Egele Leaves, root Skin diseases, febrifuges, purgative. 349 Euphorbia hirta Euphorbiaceae Emi-ile, iroko-iju,egele,oroelewe,ahihia ugwa,Noonon Asthma weed kurciyaa,Odane inenemii Whole plant,exudate Cough, asthma, catarrh, hay-fever,pulmonary ailment,hay fever,amoebic dysentery,conjuctivitis,anthelmintic,aphrodisiac,increase lactation and shape of breast,hypertension,antispasmodic 350 Euphorbia kamerunica Euphorbiaceae Oro,ukoko,oro-alagogo Fence Cactus Latex. Topical application to aid umbilical cord dropoff,warts,anthelmintics,purgative 351 Euphorbia laterifolia Euphorbiaceae Oro were, enuopiri Scutellann,little cactus Leaves,exudate Dermatosis, infertility, anthelmintics constipation, convulsive fevers Euphorbia 352 Euphorbia unispina Euphorbiaceae Oro adete Cactus Exudate Antidote for snake bites, fractures,skin diseases,antihelmintics 353 Evolvulus alsinoides Convolvulaceae Efunle,Karfi mallam Slender dwarf Morning glory Whole plant Diarrhoea,antipyretic,asthma,chronic bronchitis 354 Eythrococca anomala Euphorbiaceae Leaves Anthelmintic, headache, rheumatic, pains, earache. 355 Fagara rubescens Rutaceae Ata Bark Toothache, headache, backache, general debiity. 356 Ficus asperifolia Moraceae Ipin,Asesa,Baure Sandpaper plant Leaves, root Wounds, coughs. 357 Ficus capensis Moraceae Opoto,Farin bauree,Anwerenwa African mustard tree,fig tree Leaf, stem, root, fruits Dysentery, oedema, leprosy, epilepsy, ricketts,emollient,astringent,infertility,increase lactation,respiratory disorders,gonorrhoea. 358 Ficus elegans Moraceae Asoro porcelain vine Leaves Diarrhoea, piles, stomach-ache, constipation, craw-craw. 359 Ficus exasperata Moraceae Epin, Ewe-ipin Sand paper tree Leaves, bark, root, seeds Stomach disorder, scabies, gonorrhoea, urinary ailments, jaundice,abortifacient,antipyretic. 360 Ficus mucuso Moraceae Odan-afomo,Ediso, Obobo,Jan bauree Fig Bark of stem Insomnia 361 Ficus thonningii Moraceae Odan abaa,opoto,abaodan ,Guluba Wild fig,fiddle leaf fig Bark Wounds,fevers,dysentery 362 Ficus vallis-choudae Moraceae Oguro, Ogunro,Dulu Umbrella thorn Leaves, stem, latex Jaundice, gastro-intestinal disorders,anthelmintic,astringent,skin disorders 363 Ficus vogelii Moraceae Oba-Odan Bark, fruit, latex Wound, diarrhoea, dysentery, boils 364 Flabellaria paniculata Malpighiaceae Iagbo-Iagbo Leaves Wounds, cuts 365 Flacourtia flavescens Flacourtiaceae Osere Flacourtia Leaves, root Asthma, bronchitis, catarrhal condition,antibacterial,astringent,diaphoretic,antiperiodic,toothach e. 366 Fluerya aestuans Urticaceae Fuyafuya,Ipe erin African nettle Whole plant Liver diseases,diuretic, antipyretic,astringent,piles,haemostatic, burns,hair care, pregnancy booster,expels bladder stone 367 Funtumia africana Apocynaceae Akoire, Ako-ire Mbamiri Male funtum Root, stem, leaves Constipation, wounds, boils,weak bladder, jaundice,antipyretic. 368 Funtumia elastica Apocynaceae Ire ,Mba Lagos silkrubber tree,wild rubber Stem, twigs, stem, latex Jaundice, piles, impotence,antipyretics. 369 Galinsoga parviflora Compositae Leaves Wounds, analgesic 370 Garcinia afzelii Guttiferae Okuta Mangostreen Stem-twigs Dysentery.aphrodisiac,oral thrush,toothache 371 Garcinia kola Guttiferae Orogbo,Adi,Akuilu Bitter kola Seeds, root, stembark,fruits. Antimicrobials,dysentery, tumours, bronchitis, cough, fever,toothache, throat and respiratory ailments,liver disorders,headache,evacuant, Anti-cancer. 372 Garcinia manni Guttferae Okuta, Okok Root,stem Diuretic 373 Gardenia ternifolia Rubiaceae Gangan, oruwan,Gaudan,Ulimili Roots, fruits Fever, cough, stomachache, dysentery,skin lesion,emetic Yellow gardenia, gaude. 374 Geophila obvallata Rubiaceae Leaves Eye wash, headache, tooth ache, stomachache 375 Gisekia pharmacioides Molluginaceae Leaves, fruits Wounds, cut, anthelmintic, purgative 376 Gladiolus psittacinus Iridaceae Baka,isu baka Sword lily, corn flag Bulb Antigonococcal,dysentery,diarrhoea,mental disorder,constipation,mystic use. 377 Gloriosa superba Liliaceae Mora, eweaje,akalamagbo,Obara okpa,Baurere Gloriosa,climbing lily,glory lily Tubers, leaves Gonorrhoea, head lice, rheumatism,purgative,antiperiodic,stomachic tonic. 378 Glossonema boveanum Asclepiadaceae Taarin-gidaa Whole plant Use to increase lactation I pregnant woman. 379 Glycine max Leguminosae Ewa Seeds Laxative 380 Glycyrrhiza glabra Leguminosae 381 Glyphaea brevis Tiliaceae Atori Atori, masquerade stick Stem bark, leaves,stemtwigs Diarrhoea, fever, respiratory ailment,gonorrhea,wound,toothache,gum infection 382 Gmelina arborea Verbenaceae Igi melina Gmelina,parrot's beak Roots,leaves Antipyretic,stomach disorder,cough,gonorrhoea,demulcent 383 Gnidia kraussiana Thymelaeceae Mada,sungoje,samberu,tur uribi. Root, leaves Skin diseases, leprosy, dysentery, diarrhoea, nasal discharge, purgative. 384 Gomphrena globosa Amaranthaceae Whole plant,leaves Antipyretic,diuretic,astringent,cough,laxative,emmenagogue Soya bean Sweet wood,sweet wort, Root liquorice root. Bachelor's button, globe amaranth Expectorant, bronchitis, sorethroat, demulcent, emollient, alterative. 385 Gongronema latifolium Asclepiadaceae Aunjeadiye, Itaji,Utazi Amaranth globe Stem Sore gums,colic, dyspepsia, anthelmintic. 386 Gossypium barbadense Malvaceae Owu,akese,gwandi,Olulu ogho,Owula West indian Cotton Leaves, roots, seeds Convulsions, dysentery,asthma,antipyretic,hypertension, ulcers,contraceptive, relieve menstrual cycle disorders,emmenagogue,abortfacient,ease labour 387 Gouania longipetala Rhamnaceae Laghosa Stem, twigs Gum infection 388 Greenwayodendron suaveolens Annonaceae Agudugbu Roots,leaves,bark Anthelmintics,purgative,ease labour,menorrhagia,weak erection.. 389 Grewia flavescens Tiliaceae Itakun okere,Dargaji Sand paper raisin,raisin bush,wild raisin Leaves Boils, enlarged spleen,aid lactating mother 390 Grewia pubescens Tiliaceae Oraigbo Raisin Stem, leaves Dysentery, gastro-intestinal disorder,antidote for snake bite,boils,emollient 391 Grewia sp Tiliaceae Ila-oko, lakolako Fruits Religious purpose, mystic, soup with okra-like taste 392 Grewia venusta Tiliaceae Oraigbo,oro,Dargaza Raisin Leaves, twigs, stem bark Fever, boils, wounds,colic,anti-diarrhoea,ease of labour 393 Griffonia simplicifolia Leguminosae Alukoko, Tapara, arin, Olobahun Griffonia Roots, leaves Bone-fracture, congestion,sedative,aphrodisiac,appetite suppressant for weight loss. 394 Guaiacum officinale Zygophyllaceae Stem Diuretic, diaphoretic, urinary disorder 395 Guibourtia copallifera Leguminosae Kaluk ofuon Leaves, roots, fruits, stem Galactogogue, blood booster, rheumatism, gastro-enteritis, exudate dysentery. Leaves Skin infection, fever, diarrhoea, dysentery, syphilis, tonic, increase lactation, prevention of leprosy. Whole plants, root Diabetes, antidote for snake bite. Yaryodin-kura Root, stem Diabetes, heart stimulant, snake bite, anti-inflammatory, tonic. Asteraceae Sitta, nti Leaves Eye infection, gonorrhoea Haemanthus multiflorus Amaryllidaceae Areyinkosun, totoodo,Albasar kwadi Roots Stimulant, cardiac tonic 401 Haematostaphis barteri Anacardiaceae Tursuhi,jan danyaa Stem, bark, roots Anthelmintic, febrifuge, emetic, tonic,hepatitis, sleeping sickness, diarrhoea. 402 Haematoxylum compechionum Leguminosae Wood bark Astringent, diarrhoea, colouring. 403 Hannoa klaineana Simaroubaceae Igigun,Oghulu,Takar'dargi Hannoa wa Stem, root Hypertension,carminative,stimulant , fever. 404 Harrisonia abyssinica Simaroubaceae Arujeran Leaves, stem, root Stomachache, leprosy, antidote, cancerous tumours,bubonic plague,skin diseases,antipyretic,anthelmintics,insomnia 405 Harungana madagascariensis Hypericaceae Elepo, adenden, Asunje,Uturu,Otori, Alillibar Dragon's blood tree raafii Stem-bark, root bark, leaves,sap Dysentery, piles, trypanosomiasis, fever, cold, jaundice, scabies, haemostatic,emetic,black tongue,urinary fistula,ringworm,jaundice 406 Hedranthera barteri Agbo omode Leaves,fruit Convulsion,anthelmintics,venereal diseases,cough,anti-tumour 396 Guiera senegalensis Combretaceae 397 Gymnema sylvestre Asclepiadaceae 398 Gymnema sylvestre Asclepadaceae 399 Gynura amplexicanlis 400 Apocynaceae Barbatta,olofun,saabara Fireball lily Logwood Harrisonia Hedranthera 407 Heeria insignis Anaradiaceae Kasheshe,Hawawen Zakii Leaves, stem bark,roots Anthemintic, aphrodisiac, galactogogue,dysentery,vermifuge 408 Helianthus annus Compositae Ododo-orun Sunflower Seeds,leaves Diuretic,pulmonary disorders,expectorant 409 Heliotropium indicum Boraginaceae Agogo-igun, ApariIgun,ogberiakuko,Kalkashin korama Heliotrope,cock's comb Whole plant Convulsions, cancer, worms ,rectal enema,mouth-wash. 410 Hexalobus crispiflorus. Annonaceae Lapawe, Apara,Oji ogoda Hexalous Roots, whole plant Gonorrhoea,cough, malaria, 411 Hibiscus acetosella Malvaceae Akese Hibiscus Leaves Dysentery 412 Hibiscus asper Malvaceae Isapa,Ireagu,Dangiraa Bush roselle,thorny roselle,water hemp Leaves Cough, wound,diuretics 413 Hibiscus rosasinensis Malvaceae Kekeke,Ireagu Garden hibiscus Leaves, stem, flower buds Influenza, cough, asthma, tertiary syphilis, stomach upset,appendicitis,hypertension,oligospermia,antipyretic 414 Hibiscus sabdariffa Malvaceae Sobo,Gurguzuu Zobo,Jamaican sorre, roselle Leaves,flowers Diuretic,coughs,dressing wounds,beverage 415 Hibiscus surattensis Malvaceae Kinkinrinmiyin,akonimara,s eniferan,emo,sinkin-mini Whole plant,leaves Stomachache,mystic uses 416 Hildegradia barteri Sterculiaceae Okurugbedu,Kariya Hildegradia Bark Epilepsy 417 Hilleria latifolia Phytolaccaceae Ogo, tarzan-igbo,zoroigbo,Akaato Bush tarzan Leaves,whole plant Breast cancer,urethral discharge,purgative,headache,anthelmintic,skin diseases Bark seeds Dysentery, diarrhea, jaundice, fever,astringent,bilious disorder,anthelmintics Efinrin-oso,anami-ole,suiitiHoslundia agbe Whole plant,leaves Herpes,conjunctivitis,epilepsy,skin diseases,diabetes,jaundice,abdominal pain,antipyretic,haemostatic,antimicrobial, Malaria. Violaceae Abiwere Whole plant Easy and painless child delivery. Hygrophila auriculala Acanthaceae Mafowo kauruonu bayin giwaa Whole plant Blennorrhoea, craw-craw, bacteriostatic, diuretic. 422 Hygrophila auriculata Acanthaceae Mafowo kauruonu bayin giwaa Whole plant Biennorrhoea, craw-craw, bacteriostatic, diuretic. 423 Hygrophilia auriculata Acanthaceae Mafowokanmi Hygrophilia Whole plant,roots Diuretic,skin infections,urinary disorders,antipyretic,demulcent,stomachache 424 Hymenocardia acida Hymenocardiacae Aboopa, Orupa Hymenocardia Leaves, bark Measles, fever, jaundice, coated tongue. 425 Hymenostegia afzelii Leguminosae Arigbodigbo,arigbodigba,U Hymenostegia beze Stem bark,twigs Astringent,toothache,piles,cough 426 Hyoscyamus niger Solanaceae Herbane Seeds, leavs Antispasmodics, eye-wash, sedative. 427 Hypoestes forskalei Acanthaceae Ogbigbo Hypoestes Whole plant Skin infections 428 Hypoestes verticillaris Acanthaceae Ekere, Akwukwoijiji Whole plant leaves Sore, fever, antiseptic, chest pains. 418 Holarrhena floribunda Apocynaceae Irena,Bakin mutum 419 Hoslundia opposita Labiatae 420 Hybanthus enneaspermus 421 Connessi,false rubber tree,holarrhena Hybanthus 429 Hypoestes verticillaris Acanthaceae Ekere, Akwukwoijiji Whole plant leaves Sore, fever, antiseptic, chest pains. 430 Hypoxis nyasica Hypoxodaceae Whole Plant Uterine cancer, premenstrual syndrome. 431 Hyptis suaveloensis Labiatae Jogbo,Kimba-kimba Hyptis Leaves Cough,fevers,wounds,anthelmintic,carminative, malaria. 432 Icacina tricantha Icacinaceae Gbegbe Icacina Leaves,root,exudate Rheumatism,aphrodisiac,toothache,anthelmintics,purgative,aborti facient,wound,dermatophytosis. 433 Impatiens balsamina Balsaminaceae Garden balsam Whole Plant Antiseptic,fungicide. 434 Impatiens glandulifera Balsaminaceae touch me not Poor man's orchid,policeman's Sap helmet,purple jewelweed. topical application on poison ivy rash 435 Indigofera arrecta Leguminosae Elu aja indigo Leaves, twigs. Diarrhoea, dysentery. 436 Indigofera macrophylla Leguminosae Enise-Ana,Aniyaa makoomiyaa. Indian-indigo Leaves Whooping cough, bronchitis, piles, ulcers, enlargement of spleen and liver,skin diseases. 437 Ipomoea asarifolia Convolvulaceae Ogbo oro ayaba, ewegboro,Duman kadaa Morning glory Whole plant, leaves, flowers Haemorrhage, urinary problem,purgative,syphilis. 438 Ipomoea batatas Convolvulaceae Odunkun, anamo,kunkundukun,Dank Sweet potato ali,Ekomako,Jioyibo Leaves,tuber. Boils, wounds, bronchial asthma,purgative,breast swelling,diabetes,antimicrobials. 439 Ipomoea fistulosa Convulvulaceae Omo-ureuebo Leaves, twigs Toothache, mouthwash. Bush morning glory 440 Ipomoea involucrata Convolvulaceae Ododo-odo,ododooko,alukerese,Duman kwaadii Morning glory Leaves Convulsions,purgative,eye drops,asthma,arthritis,antipyretic,yellow fever,filariasis,gynaecological diseases,gonorrhoea. 441 Ipomoea mauritiana Convolvulaceae Atewogba, Tanpopo Bush morning glory Whole plant Rheumatism, asthma, dropsy. 442 Irvingia gabonensis Irvingiaceae Oro (Ogbono),Gooron birii Wild mango,bread tree Leaves Spleen Infection. 443 Isolana campanulata Anacardiaceae Aghakeze Roots, stem-bark Bronchial infections, skin diseases, cough, hematuria, fever, bilharzia, tonic, rheumatism 444 Isolona campanulata Annonaceae Aghako-eze Stem bark Fever, cough, bitharzu 445 Jacaranda spp Bignoniaceae Jacaranda Bark, leaves Venereal diseases, spleen tonic. 446 Jasminum pauciflonum Common Jasmine Whole plant, leaves, flowers Anthelmintic, toothache, diuretic, antifungal wounds, abscess in breast 447 Jateorhiza macrantha Menispermaceae Atutu Jateorhiza,calumba Leaves, roots,stem Antidote to snake bite, ulcers, wounds, cuts, tonic,aphrodisiac 448 Jateorhiza Palmate Menispermaceae Atutu Root bark, leaves, whole plant Hypertension, dysentery, anthelmintic, tonic, fever, stomachic 449 Jatropha curcas Euphorbiaceae Botuje, lapalapa,Zugu,Olulu -idu Physic nut Seed, leaves, stem, roots,sap Ringworm, eczema,scabies, fever, guinea worms, herpes,rectal enema,black tongue,whitlow,impotence,irregular menses,convulsion,smallpox 450 Jatropha gossypiifolia Euphorbiaceae Botuje pupa,Binidi zugu,Ake mbogho Wild Cassava Stem latex Ringworm, ascaris, antitumour,malaria,dysentery,dysmenorrhoea. 451 Jatropha multifida Euphorbiaceae Ogege Sap Coated tongue 452 Jubernardia seretii Legumonosae Roots Conjunctivitis. 453 Jussiaea linifoliio Onagraceae Bini-sensen Leaves Malaria. 454 Justicia flava Acanthaceae Odian, Oridun Whole plant Fungal skin diseases,malaria,stomach disorder,haematuria 455 Justicia insularis Acanthaceae Isepe-akere Whole plant Measles,smallpox. 456 Kaempfena nigerica Zingiberaceae Resurrection lily Rhizome Mental disorder, hallucinogenic agent 457 Kalanchoe crenata Crassulaceae Odundun, Eti,eleti,Onwa Never die, Dog’s Liver,kalanchoe Smallpox, convulsion, gonorrhoea, rheumatism,ear problem, Leaves, roots,whole plant chronic cough, headache,wounds,asthma,palpitation,mental disorder,anthelmintics. 458 Khaya ivorensis Meliaceae Oganwo,Ono,Madachi African mahogany Stem, root, barks Malaria, Jaundice,anthelmintic,emetic,emmenagogue,skin diseases,anaemia,arthritis 459 Kigelia africana Bignoniaceae Pandoro,iyan,Rawuya,Utu Sausage tree rubein Root, stem bark, fruits, leaves Kidney disorders, malaria, dysentery, rheumatism,gonorrhoea.,haemorrhage,spleen infection,astringent,leucorrhoea,cough. 460 Klainedoxa gabonensis Irvingiaceae Kanakoro,odudu Bark,seeds Measles,yaws,skin diseases,thrush,venereal diseases,chickenpox,toothache,stomachic 461 Kolobopetalum auriculatum Menispermaceae Whole plant Relieve pains. Bankas Klainedoxa 462 Lactuca capensis Compositae Yanrin-oko,Namijin dayi Lettuce Leaves, whole plant Diuretic, constipation. 463 Lagenaria breviflorus Cucurbitaceae Eso-ito, eso-itagiri,tagiri Pseudocolocynth Root, fruit Purgative, anthelmintics, cathartic,lumbago,diabetes mellitus,smallpox,chickenpox, abortifaecient. 464 Lagenaria siceraria Cucurbitaceae Ado,Oba,Duma, Bottle gourd Leaves, seeds, fruit pup Anthelmintic properties, chest pains,purgative 465 Lagerstroemia speciosa Lythraceae Queen crape-myrtle Leaves,ripe fruits Antidiabetic,stimulant 466 Laggera alata Compositae Agemo-kogun, eru-taba Laggera Leaves, roots, sap Fever, rheumatic pains, pneumonia, emmenagogue, tapeworms,convulsion. 467 Laggera aurita Compositae Taba-ebora, Eru-taba Whole plant Malaria, Gastro-intestinal disorder, astringent, insect-repellant, convulsion. 468 Landolphia dulcis Apocynaceae Ibo Roots,stem Rheumatism,cough,kidney diseases 469 Landolphia owariensis Apocynaceae Panukuru,Ci'woo,nwalikali, Vine rubber,rubber vine, Fresh leaves, roots, seed, Malaria fever, gonorrhoea,vermifuge Oto ciwo. bark 470 Lannea nigritana Anacardaceae Orita,oyinyin Wodier wood Leaves, root bark,exudate. Sprains, gout, dysentery, asthma, bruises.rheumatic joint,astringent,neurotic disorders,skin diseases. 471 Lantana camara Verbenaceae Ewon - Agogo,Kimbar Bush lantana, shrub verbena,lantana. Leaves Fever,antiseptic,antispasmodic,antipyretic 472 Lasiodiscus mildbraedi Rhamnaceae Ogan-funfun Stem Oral hygiene Sweet landolphia 473 Lasiosiphon kraussianus Thymeloceae Leaves, root Burns, purgative, snakebite 474 Launaea taraxacifolia Compositae Yanrin, Yamurin,Nonanbarya Wild lettuce Leaves Yaws, Fracture management. 475 Lawsonia inermis Lythraceae Lali , Laali.Lallee Hennaplant Leaves, flowers,bark Spermatorrhoea, jaundice, gonorrhoea, leucorrhoea, ulcers, menorrhagia,astringent,skin diseases, malaria. 476 Lecaniodiscus cupanioides Sapindaceae Akika,Okpu,Kekera kuchi,Kaafi naamaa zaakii lecaniodiscus Leaves,roots,young shoots,seeds,stembark Fevers,burns,liver abscess,purgative,amenorrhoea,typhoid fever,jaundice,cough, malaria. 477 Leea guineensis Leeaceae Kojiya,aledo,alugbokita, iya-keke-gbodo Hansidhapan,leea Leaves,roots,seeds. Pregnancy detection,purgative,toothache,gonorrhoea,general weakness. 478 Leersia hexrandra Poaceae Abeko Leersia Leaves Asthma,bronchitis,chest pains 479 Leonotis nepetifolia Labiatae Agberulori,iku ekun Lion's ears,lion's tail Leaves,roots Wound,skin diseases,emmenagogue,purgative,anthelmintic,tonic 480 Leptadenia hastata Rubiaceae Iran-aji-igbo Leptadenia Root, leaves, flowers Antimicrobials, antispasmodic 481 Leptochloa coenilescins Poaceae Gyasua Whole plant Bathing of newborn 482 Leptogramma pillosiusaila Thelyptoidacea Rhizome Diabetes, obesity 483 Leucaena glauea Leguminosae Seeds Stimulant, tonic.. 484 Leucas martinicensis Labiatae Keke-owu 485 Leucena leucocephala Leguminosae 486 Lippia multiflora Verbenaceae 487 Lobelia molleri Lobeliaceae 488 Lonchocarpus cyanescens Leguminosae Elu,Talaki,Nji,Anunu 489 Lonchocarpus sericeus Leguminosae Ipapo,alakiriti,Njassi,Faki 490 Lonicera caprifolum Caprifoliaceae 491 Lophira alata Ochnaceae 492 Lovoa trichilioides 493 494 Leaves Snake antidote Lead tree, wild tamarind, Leaves, seeds. jumpy bean Antimicrobial, blood tonic. Sweetleaf Whole plant Hypertension,cough,antipyretic,jaundice,sleeping sickness Whole plant Antispasmodic and antileptic West. African indigo Root, bark, leaves Arthritic conditions, sore, mental disorders,boils,anthelmintics,antimicrobial. Dotted lancepod,lilac tree Roots, bark Convulsion, skin diseases,laxative Honey suckle Leaves and flowers Respiratory disorder, expectorant, liver disorder. Eki, Pahan,uda,Kujeme,Akufo Ironwood ,ekki,meni oil tree,nambanchi Root, barks, leaves, seeds Fever, coughs, jaundice, gastrointestinal disorders. Meliaceae Okoko-igbo, Epo-ipa. Walnut Stem bark Yellow fever, cough, stomachache,anthelmintic Ludwigia suffruticosa Onagraceae Ako ewuro odo Water primrose whole plant Purgative,wounds,fevers,anthelmintics,cough Luffa cylindrica Cucurbitaceae Aya-oyinbo,kankan oyinbo Smooth loafah,vegetable Roots ,kankan ayaba sponge Efinrin-gogoro,efinrinforomaba Purgative,tonic 495 Lycopersicon esculentum Solanaceae Tomati,Afufa,Tumaatur Tomato Leaves, fruit Ear-ache, urinary troubles,carminative,fever,boils,fungal infections,antimicrobial. 496 Lycopodium cernuum Lycopodiaceae Kujekuje Creeping club Moss,Lycopodiella cernua Whole plant Malaria, newborn skin management . 497 Macaranga barteri Euphorbiaceae Asasa, awasa,agbaasa,Owariwa Macaranga Stem bark, leaves Dysentery, cough, boils, bruises, black tongue,breast engorgement,irregular menstruation,urinary disorder. 498 Maesa lanceolata Myrsinaceae Leaves Antimicrobial 499 Maesopsis eminii Rhomnaceae Igilogbon Leaves Diluretic, emetic, purgative. 500 Mallotus cordifolia Euphorbiaceae Ebewosa Leaves Malaria. 501 Mallotus oppositifolius Euphorbiaceae Oju-eja, Jeja,iyadudu,orokoro,Kpokokwa,K' Indian kamila afar mutuwa Leaves, roots, fruits. Tapeworms, ringworm, pimples, bruises,astringent,anthelmintic,tonic,haemostatic. 502 Mammea africana Guttiferae Ologbomodu,Ekpili Root bark, stemexudate,fruit,bark. Parasitic skin diseases, syphilis,convulsion,dysmenorrhoea.. 503 Mangifera indica Anacardaceae Mangoro,Mangwaro,mang Mango tree olo Leaves, root, stem bark Malaria, diarrhoea, diabetes, skin lesions, high blood pressure, haemorrhage,emmenagogue,insomnia,insanity,anthelmintics,anti microbials,astringent,asthma,cough 504 Manihot esculenta Euphorbiaceae Gbaguda, Ege,Akpu,K'araza Leaves, tubers,stem bark Gonorrhoea, purgative,ulcer,eye drop,schistosomiasis,toothache. 505 Manniophytum fuluum Euphorbiaceae Ege, Ebumen Root, shoots Bronchitis, cough, gonorrhoea, stomacharche. Mammea apple Cassava 506 Mansonia altissima Sterculiaceae Ofun, Otutu Mansonia Stem bark Constipation, leprosy.,aphrodisiac 507 Mareya spicata Euphorbiaceae Uhosa Mareya Leaves,fruits, stem bark Skin diseases,cough,purgative,antipyretic,abortifacient, tapeworms 508 Mariscus alternifolius Cyperaceae Ranransa, Ikeregun,alubosa eranko Mariscus Stem-bases Gonorrhoea, healing wound 509 Markhamia tomentosa Bignoniaceae Iru aya,aya Bell bean tree Leaves Elephantiasis of scrotum,fevers,oedema,rheumatic pains,thrush, malaria. 510 Marsdenia abyssinica Ascelepiadaceae Bark Gonorrhoea 511 Marsderua latifolia Asclepiadaceae Root, stem bark, fruits, leaves Heart disease digezstive disorders. 512 Massularia acuminata Rubiaceae Ijebu chewing stick Root, stem bark Aphrodisiac, lumbago, cough, mental sickness.,anticariogenic 513 Matricaria recutita Compositae African chamomile Flower Analgesic, diarrhoea, antiinflammatory, antispasmodic 514 Mauclea vanderguchnii Rubiaceae Stem, bark, roots Bathing sick child 515 Meerua crassifolia Capparidaceae Twigs Toothache, oral hygiene. 516 Melaleuca leucadendron Myrtaceae Leaves Rheumatic, gouts, eczema, inflammatory disease of the respiratory tract and UTI colic flatulence. Pako-Ijebu Opepe-ira/Oro Cajuput Leaves, roots, stems Haemostatic, inflammation, chicken pox, purgative, cough, sorethroat. Leaves Hemostatic agent, opthalmias, purgative. Persian liliac,pride of India,chinaberry Bark, kernels, leaves Anti-syphilitic, boils, skin diseases, antihelmintic Iroko,Oji Iroko tree Root, latex, bark Elephantiasis, antiseptic, nausea,rheumatism,insomnia,abdominal pain, malaria. Lamiaceae Mintii Peppermint Whole plant Mouth wash,stomachache,chestpains, respiratory infections. Meptunia oleracea Leguminosae Galajin ruwa Whole plant Yellow fever 523 Mesua Ferrea Guttiferae Bark, flower, fruist, seed Genito-urinary infection, rheumatic pain, skin infetion, dysentery, cough, vomitting, dysentery, tonic. 524 Mezoneuron benthamianum Leguminosae Jenifinrani, amuranju 525 Microdesmis puberula Euphorbiaceae Ido-apata, Esunsun,edopata,urokoapata,aringo,Ukperi 526 Microglossa abzelii 527 Microglossa pyrifolia 517 Melanthera scadens Compositae Abo-yunyun, Agbugbo 518 Melanthra brownei Compositae 519 Melia azedarach Meliaceae Eke-oyinbo, Aforooyinbo,Kumar nasaaara 520 Melicia excelsa Meliaceae 521 Mentha piperata 522 Melanthera Iron wood tree Leaves, stem twigs, roots Gonorrhoea, urethral dischage, anthelmintic. Microdesmis Bark, seeds, leaves Diarrhoea, dysentery, impotence,enema,wound,eye-drop. Compositae Leaves, stem Tuberculosis, respiratory disease, cough, sorethroat, arachie. Compositae Leaves, root Antipyretic, yellow fever, aphrodisiac, abortifctant, tooache, base labour. Leaves, whole plant Anthelmintic, Aphrodistac, yellow fever, colds, filariasis, toothache, abortifacient. Leaves, sap,whole plant Cough, bronchitis, anthelmintics, lumbago, rheumatic pains,urethritis,diuretic, malaria, conjunctivitis, schistosomiasis, jaundice, small-pox. Leaves, stem bark Upper respiratory tact diseases, sorethroat, pains. Milletia Roots, bark Fever, cough, respiratory ailment,anthelmintic,ophthalmia Ewon agogo,Gumbi Catclaw Mimosa Leaves, seeds Febrile convulsion Mimosaceae Patanmo,aluro Sensitive plant,shame plant Leaves Guinea worms piles, kidney disease,fistula,boils Mimusops kummel Sapotaceae Emido,Uku Bullet wood Stem bark, seeds Antipyretic,astringent, mouth wash,stomachic 535 Mirabilis jalapa Nyctaginaceae Tanaposo,aje onisu,Giyeya,Uburu mili Four 0' clock plant,marvel of peru Roots,leaves Wounds,purgative 536 Mitracarpus scaber Rubiaceae Irawo ile,irawo ale,googa maaso Mitracarpus,button grass Whole plant Fungal diseases,wounds,ulcers 537 Mitragyna inermis Rubiaceae Okobo,Giyeya African Linden Dysentery, leprosy,antipyretic,diuretic,gonorrhoea. 538 Mitragyna stipulosa Rubiaceae Abura, EweObi,Uburu,Gayensori Mitragyna,African linden Leaves, stem, roots 528 Microglossa pyrifolia Compositae Asibogo 529 Mikania cordata Compositae Iyawa,ejon 530 Milletia zechiera Legumonsae Nousu ufo 531 Millettia thonningii Leguminosae Ito,Tuburku,Ajukwu okeokpa 532 Mimosa pigra Mimosaceae 533 Mimosa pudica 534 Climbing hemp-weed Bark Fever, cough, dysentery, pregnancy diseases,colic,skin diseases,anthelmintics 539 Mollugo nudicaulis Molluginaceae Kujekuje,Ankwai narba 540 Mollugo oppositifolius Molluginaceae 541 Momordica angustisepala 542 Chick weed(daisyleaved) Whole plant Whooping cough,vermifuge Sawewe Whole plant Antimicrobial,caries,stomachic,headache Cucurbitaceae Ejirin-nla Stem Antimicrobial. Momordica charantia Cucurbitaceae Ejinrinwere,Alo-ose, Kakayi African Cucumber, bitter Whole plant, seeds, fruit gourd,balsam pear root Diabetes, piles, convulsions, jaundice, sore,nervous disorders,diabetic recipe,emetic,night blindness,aphrodisiac,dysmenorrhoea,anthelmintic,antimicrobials 543 Momordica foetida Cucurbitaceae Ejirin - lila,Hakayi,Alu-osi Large-leaved African bitter cucumber Leaves, fruit Diabetes, stomach-ache,laxative,anthelmintic 544 Mondia whitei Periplocaceae Isirigun, Gbolo-gbolo, Aghuma Mondi Root, leaves, whole plant. Pile, malaria, rubefacient. 545 Monodora brevipes Annonaceae Ako-lakose 546 Monodora myristica Annonaceae Abo-lakoshe,Ariwo,Ehuru 547 Monodora tenuifolia Anacardiaceae Ehina-wo sinin 548 Monsonia senegalensis Geraniaceae 549 Morelia senegalensis Rubiaceae Dandojee,Akule,Inuwar bauna Calabash nutmeg Morelia Fruit, roots, stem Venereal diseases, purgative, urethral stricture. Seeds Constipation, lice, guinea worm, headache,anaemia,impotence,wounds,arthritis. ruits, leaves, root Antihaemorrhage, dysentery, Parasitic skin diseases, toothache. Oil Emmenagogue Stem Fever, general debility,fish poison. 550 Morinda lucida Rubiaceae Oruwo, eruwo,Eze ogu ,Njisi Brimstone-tree Leaves, stem bark, root bark Malaria, diabetes, heart diseases,purgative,emetic,diuretic,jaundice,flatulence, Anticancer. 551 Morinda morindioides Rubiaceae Oju-Ologbo Morinda Root, bark, leaves, fruit Fever, jaundice, asthma, dysentery,colic,emmenagogue,vermifuge,constipation 552 Moringa oleifera Moringaceae Ewe-ile, EweHorse radish tree, igbale,zogale,Okweoyeibe, Moringa tree, “Never Bagaaruwar makka die” ,drumstick tree Inflammatory diseases, asthma,antipyretic, cough, earache, liver Leaves, roots, stem bark, and pancreas diseases, venereal fruit diseases,emetic,anthelmintic,hysteria,diarrhoea,diuretic,catarrhal diseases. 553 Morus mesozygia Moraceae Agbagba,uraye, eweaye,aye, aremo Leaves Mystic properties,for bathing newborns,sedative. 554 Mostuea Thomsoni Loganlaceae Roots Aphrodislac, Use for controlling high blood pressure. 555 Mucuna pruriens Leguminosae Werepe, Esisi,Abbala,Kakara Cow-hage,cow-itch plant,velvet bean Hairs on the pods Intestinal worms,genito-urinary diseases. 556 Mucuna sloanei Leguminosae Ewe-ina,werepe, yerepe esinsin,Kakara,osese Stinging Bean Seeds,roots Haemorrhoids, diuretics,micturition problems in children,skin diseases. 557 Mukia maderaspatana Cucurbitaceae Ina-oka, Oki-oka, Igbokita. Mukia Shoot, leaves,roots,exudate. Cough,flatulence,aperient, amoebiasis, wound-dressing, toothache,mental disorders, neuralgia. 558 Mundulea Sericera Leguminosae Root Antiparasitic 559 Murraya Koenigii Rultaceae Ebafo Leaves, Bark, Root Dysentery, Fever, diarrhoea, herpes pains, stimulant. 560 Musa paradisiaca Musaceae Ogede agbagba,Ayaba,Ojioko,Og Plaintain adejoioke Leaves, roots, fruits Diarrhoea, dysentery, epilepsy, wounds, goiter, gonorrhoea,anaemia, venereal diseases,haemostatic,diabetes,anthelmintics,abortifacient,oligos permia, malaria. Morus,aiye Curry leaf tree 561 Musa sapientum Musaceae Ogede were,Agade Banana Leaves,fruits Jaundice,mental disorders,typhoid fever,diarrhoea, malaria. 562 Musanga cecropioides Moraceae Aga, Agbawo,Oro Corkwood,umbrella tree Roots, exudate, leaves,bark Tapeworms, dysentery, fevers,anthelmintic,cough 563 Mussaenda elegans Rubiaceae Ado,odo-omode,pani ebi,Ezebwo Mussaenda Bark Astringent 564 Myriantus arboreus Moraceae Obisere,eweade,ibishere,Ujuju Myriantus Bark Dysentery,anthelmintics,cough,antitumour 565 Napoleona imperialis Lecythidaceae Irosun-igbo, Irosun,Akbodo,Mabungi,N Napoleona nekeloche Twigs Asthma, cough,toothache 566 Napoleona vogelii Lecythidaceae Ito, Gbogbori,Akbodo Napoleona Leaves, bark, seeds, twigs, fruit, root Diabetes, fever, cough, catarrh. 567 Nauclea diderrichii Rubiaceae Opepe,Uburu,Tafashiya Opepe,African peach tree Root, stem bark, fruit Gonorrhoea, antimalaria, appetizer, piles,dyspepsia, rheumatism, dysentery,febrifuge 568 Nauclea latifolia Rubiaceae Egbesi, Gberesi,Tafashiya rkura Nauclea,African peach ukora,Igiyaa,Nwaohuakon shi Inner bark,stem sap,roots,fruits,root-bark Cough,febrile conditions,thrush,jaundice,piles,emetic,menstrual disorders,stomach disorders,measles,sore 569 Nelsonia compestria Acanthaceae Damdun-Makiyaya Leaves, juice, twigs Yellow fever, eye inflammation, diarrhoea, schistosomiasis. 570 Neostenanthera-myristicifolia Annonaceae Uyenghen-eze Leaves Tumor of the nose, anthelmintic 571 Nephrolepsis bisserata Nephrolepidaceae Iramu,owuro Whole plant, root Pregnancy booster,dysmenorrhoea toothache. Fern 572 Nerium oleander Apocynaceae Adodo Oleander Leaves,whole plant,roots Dysentery,anthelmintics,cough,antitumour,abortifacient,skin diseases,pile. 573 Nesogordonia papaverifera Sterculiaceae Opepe-ira/Oro,Otalo Danta Twigs Dysentery, toothache,pregnancy booster. 574 Newbouldia laevis Bignoniaceae Akoko,Ogirisi,Aduruku Tree of life, fertility tree Bark, leaves, root Round worms, elephantiasis, dysentery, malaria, convulsions, migraine,cough,yellow fever, stomach-ache, hernia,infertility, earache. 575 Nicotiana tabacum Solanaceae Ewe taba,Otaba,taba Tobacco Leaves Ringworm, cold, convulsions, ulcers, nausea,anthelmintic. 576 Nymphaea lotus Nymphaeceae Osibata,Bado,Mkpokpome Water lily re Whole plant Vomiting,astringent,antiseptic,demulcent,sedative,rheumatic pains, Anti-tumour. 577 Ocimum basilicum Labiatae Efinrinwewe,daidoya,Nchanwu Sweet and Hairy basil Whole plant Gonorrhoea, catarrhal conditions, cough, constipation, dysentery, ringworm,carminative,stimulant,hypertension,anthelmintics,antipyr etic,blood tonic. 578 Ocimum gratissimum Labiatae Efinrin-nla,efinrinaja,oromoba,Daidoya, Nchanwu Tea bush,balsam,basil Leaves, whole plant Cough, diarrhea, convulsions, fever, cold, bronchitis,colic ,insect repellant,antimicrobials,anthelmintics,hypertension,hypertension,d iabetes,piles, Antibacteria. 579 Olax subscorpioidea Olacaceae Ifon,masepe,Igbulu,Gwano Olax,stink ant forest rafi,Gwaanon raafii Roots, leaves, stem, bark, Yellow fever, jaundice, guinea worm, venereal diseases,mental twigs disorders,toothache. 580 Oldelandia corymbosa Rubiaceae Oyigi,Raatsa-hanji Oldelandia Whole plant Antipyretic, ease labour, nervous disorders,haemostatic, venereal disorders, antidote to snake venom 581 Olyra latifolia Poaceae Iye-etu,Ami Olyra Seeds,roots,leaves Anthelmintics,scabies,filariasis,cough,chest pain,enhances fertility 582 Oncoba spinosa Flacourtiaceae Gbonsere, Panisa, Ponsere,Kookoocikoo Snuff-box tree,fried-egg Roots, leaves tree Cough, cold, sore throat, wounds 583 Opilia celtidifolia Opiliaceae Koyin-solorun,Inuwar gadaa Opilia Roots,stem Anthelmintics,purgative,diuretic. 584 Opuntia dillenii Cactaceae Oro-agogo Prickly pear Stem,fruits,exudate. Guinea worms,abscesses, gonorrhoea, asthma, whooping cough,purgative,astringent. 585 Ouratea flava Ochnaceae Nkanka Ochna Leaves, fruits Laxative,vitamins 586 Oxalis corniculata Oxalidaceae Jeenu benu, Patanmo,Oneko,Tsuku Yellow oxalis,wood sorrel Leaves Fever, dysentery,warts, boils. 587 Oxyanthus tubiflorus Rubiaceae Osodun,Ezelugbogan Afroloquat Fever,antiscorbutic,biliousness,warts,opacity,toothache 588 Pachira glabra Bombacaceae Epa-boro Guinea peanut,lucky tree Bark,leaves,seeds Stomach disorders,headache, blood tonic 589 Pachypodanturum staudtii Annonaceae Ntoko neto Pepper tree Stem, bark, roots Gastro-intestinal pains, headache, chest pains, verifuge 590 Palisota hirsuta Commelinaceae Jagborokun,rogboPalisota aguntan,Atolo,Ikpere aturu Roots,leaves,stem-twigs. Anaemia, dysentery,cough,toothache,gonorrhoea. 591 Pallaea schweinfurthii Adeantaceae Cliff-brake fem Rhizome Sore gums, mouth cankery. 592 Pancratium trianthum Liliaceae Alubosa-Oloko,Hatsin manoomaa Pancratium lily Bulb Visual hallucination,convulsion,cold. 593 Parinari curatellaefolia Rosaceae Abo-idofun,Rura Rough-skinned plum Roots,leaves,bark Skin infections,antipyretic,anthelmintics,nervous disorders,cough Whole plant Malaria,skin infections,anthelmintic,antibacterial,cough,purgative,cardiac tonic,eye diseases,astringent. 594 Parinari macrophylla Rosaceae Gwasa,putu,Rura Neou oil tree,ginger bread plum Kernels,fruits 595 Parkia biglobosa Leguminosae Igba, Igi-iru Dadawa,Ogirili,Dorowa West African locust bean, Dadawa tree Leaves, bark, seeds, fruit Tonic, wounds, malaria, diabetes,high blood pressure,mental pulp disorders,astringent,intestinal disorders,obesity,anti-tumour. 596 Paropsia guineansis Passsfloraceae Akapue, koropo 597 Parquetina nigrescens Periplocaceae Ogbo 598 Passiflora foetida Passifloraceae Nine-nine,Ahe enyi 599 Paullinia pinnata Sapindaceae Kakansenla, ObiOmode,Isu-omode,Itakun- Hippo cola, five okere,Ogberifingers,water cola akuko,Yatsabiyar 600 Paulowilhelnua polyspernia 601 Roots Toothache African parquetina Leaves,latex,bark,roots Gonorrhea,skin diseases,menstrual disorders,cardiac tonic,dysentery, Blood tonic. Stinking passion flower Roots,leaves,fruits Hypertension,cough,emmenagogue,antispasmodic,sedative. Leaves, seeds, roots Sore throat, leprosy, jaundice, menstrual disorder, sore throat, black tongue,ophthalmia,dysentery,haemostatic agent,astringent.aphrodisiac, malaria. Acantuaceae Leaves Guineaworm Pedalium murex Pedialiaceae Whole plant, fruits Gonorrhoea, diuretic, demulcant, spermatorrhoea, dysurin, enlarged spleen. 602 Penianthus zenicem Menispermaceae Twigs, root Aphrodisias, wounds, oral hygiene. 603 Pennisetum purpureum Poaceae Esu-funfun,eesu,esusunElephant grass funfun,Achara,Dawarkada Whole plant Gastro-intestinal disorders,diuretic,mumps 604 Pentaclethra macrophylla Leguminosae Apapa, Pala,pakala,Ugba Leaves, bark, root Fever, stomachache, appetizer, general weakness,anthelmintics,sore,jaundice. Africa Oil bean tree 605 Pentadesma butyracea Guttiferae Orogbo erin,iroro,Oze Butter tree,tallow tree Seeds Anthelmintic 606 Peperomia pellucida Piperaceae Rinrin, renren Sumlako, silver bush Whole plant Convulsions, wounds,mental disorders,hypertension 607 Pergularia daemia Asclepiadaceae Atufa, Oju-Kokarun,Utaezi Pergularia Leaf, twigs, root bark, stem Rheumatism, intestinal worms, piles, catarrhal diseases,crawcraw,coughs,emmenagogue,smallpox,mental disorder,skin diseases,diarrhoea, eye infection. 608 Pericopsis laxiflora Leguminosae Ayan, sedu, egbin,Bafini Bark Oedema,antitumour. 609 Persea americana Lauraceae Pia, apoka,Ubebekee,Ube Avocado pear oyinbo Leaves, fruits,seeds Hypertension,malaria,insomnia,gastro-intestinal disorders 610 Petersianthus macrocarpus Lecythidaceae Akasun, Upi Stinkwood Stem twigs Chronic bronchitis,lumbago,headache. 611 Petiveria alliacea Phytolaccaceae Awogba Anamu Whole plant,leaves,root All purpose herb for cancer,antimicrobial,diabetes,stroke,diuretic,sedative,abortifacie nt,analgesic,anthelmintics,cough,insecticide,snake repellant. 612 Petroselinum crispum Apiaceae Pasili Parsley Whole plant Carminative,stimulant,Vitamin C,emmenagogue,asthma,diuretic,antipyretic,conjunctivitis,jaundic e. 613 Phaseolus vulgaris Leguminosae Awuje, Eree,Wake Kidney bean Seeds Antifungal,skin diseases 614 Phaulopsis falcisepala Acanthaceae Apa-Ogbe Phaulopsis Whole plant Wounds, skin parasite, laxative, aphrodisiac 615 Philoxerus vermiculatus Amaranthaceae Amarante bond Leaves Hernia pains, fever, inflammation. Pericopsis Phoenix dactylifera Palmae Okun, Ekikun,Kijinjiri Date palm 617 Phyllanthus amarus Euphorbiaceae Eyin-olobe,ehinbinisowo, yoloba,Geron-tsuntsaye Phyllanthus,amarus plant Whole plant 618 Phyllanthus muellerianus Euphorbiaceae Arunjeran, Asasa,egunguneja,eegunMyrobalan eja,Kumcii,Egueza Whole plant Jaundice, skin diseases,antimicrobials, stomach problems, fever, cough,insomnia,dysentery. 619 Physalis angulata Solanaceae Koropo, papo,Putu,Matsarmana Ground angular cherry Whole plant Fever, asthma, diarrhoea, throat swelling,infertility, malaria. 620 Physostigma venosum Leguminosae Isho,Esgerem Chopnut, Calabar bean, ordeal bean Seeds Glaucoma, antidote to atropine and strychnine poison, contraction of pupils,jiggers,poison. 621 Phytolacca dodecandra Phytolaccaceae Dere, Osun-erin. Elephant tree,allspice,pokeberry,g Young leaves,twig arget,scoke Bilharzia,purgative,emetic,vermifuge 622 Picralima nitida Apocynaceae Erin, eso abere,Osu igwe Picralima Root, seeds,bark Fever, dysmenorrhoea, hypertension, herpes, diabetes,anthelmintics, malaria. 623 Piliostigma reticulatum Leguminosae Abafe,Kargoo Piliostigma, kargo Leaves, pods, stem twigs, Fever, ulcer, rheumatism, cough, toothroots ache,hookworms,diuretic,diabetes 624 Piper guineense Piperaceae Iyere, Ataiyere,Ozeza,Masooroo Climbing black pepper Fruits, leaves,seeds Herbal recipe ingredient, rheumatism,antipyretic, anti-emetic, stomachache, mental illness,anthelmintic,carminative,impotence,antimicrobials,hyperten sion 625 Piper nigrum Piperaceae Black pepper White peper Fruit Diuretic, carminative, aromatic, diaphoretic, piles, diarrhoea, boils, Rheumatic, pains, toothache, emmenagogue antiperiodic. 626 Piper umbellatum Piperaceae Wild pepper leaves, root, fruits Rheumatism, inflammatory tumours, carmative,diuretic,emmenagogue,pile,urinary disorders Ewe efon, iwere Fruits, sap,leaves Genito-urinary disorders, cough, asthma, fever, gonorrrhoea,demulcent 616 Gonorrhoea, genito-urinary diseases,asthma,diabetes,typhoid fever, jaundice, stomach-ache, dysentery,ringworm, hypertension. 627 Piptadeniastrum africanum Leguminosae 628 Pisoria aculeata Neyctaginaceae Agbonyin,Ufi,Kiriya kurmi Dahoma Stem twigs,leaves Purgative,headache,toothache,enema,cardiac tonic,irregular menstruation,coated tongue. Leaf,stem twigs Venereal diseases, rheumatic, pains.
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