Table 4 Table showing herbal plants used to treat uncomplicated malaria in the study area: December 2009–October 2010
From: Seeking treatment for uncomplicated malaria: experiences from the Kintampo districts of Ghana
Local name of plant mentioned by respondents | English name of plant | Scientific name |
|---|---|---|
“Duagyene-wuraa” | “Neam tree Leaves” | Azadirachta indica |
“Kashedua wuraa” | “Acacia tree Leaves” | Acacia glauca |
“Acheamponwuraa” | “Siam weed” | Chromolaena odorata |
“Amango-wuraa” | “Mango leaves” | Magnifera indica |
“Brofrewuraa-a-awo” | “Dried pawpaw leaves” | Carica papaya |
“Teek-wuraa” | “Teak leaves” | Tectona grandis |
Ankaa-twadee-wuraa | “Lime/Lemon leaves” | Citrus vulgaris |