Herbal Plants Of Jamaica
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Popular Medicinal Plants In Portland And Kingston Jamaica
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Author : Ina Vandebroek
language : en
Publisher: Springer Nature
Release Date : 2020-12-05
Popular Medicinal Plants In Portland And Kingston Jamaica written by Ina Vandebroek and has been published by Springer Nature this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-12-05 with Science categories.
This book highlights the results from over a year of ethnobotanical research in a rural and an urban community in Jamaica, where we interviewed more than 100 people who use medicinal plants for healthcare. The goal of this research was to better understand patterns of medicinal plant knowledge, and to find out which plants are used in consensus by local people for a variety of illnesses. For this book, we selected 25 popular medicinal plant species mentioned during fieldwork. Through individual interviews, we were able to rank plants according to their frequency of mention, and categorized the medicinal uses for each species as “major” (mentioned by more than 20% of people in a community) or “minor” (mentioned by more than 5%, but less than 20% of people). Botanical identification of plant specimens collected in the wild allowed for cross-linking of common and scientific plant names. To supplement field research, we undertook a comprehensive search and review of the ethnobotanical and biomedical literature. Our book summarizes all this information in detail under specific sub-headings.
Herbal Plants Of Jamaica
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Author : Monica F. Warner
language : en
Publisher: MacMillan Caribbean
Release Date : 2007
Herbal Plants Of Jamaica written by Monica F. Warner and has been published by MacMillan Caribbean this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007 with Botany, Medical categories.
This volume provides a well illustrated, easily read, and no-nonsense guide to Jamaican wild herbs and their several medicinal and related uses. The widespread cultural practice of using a multitude of healing, culinary, and cosmetic herbs is distilled to a core of about 70 species.
Healing Herbs Of Jamaica
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Author : Ivelyn Harris
language : en
Publisher: Healing Herbs of Jamaica
Release Date : 2011-01-20
Healing Herbs Of Jamaica written by Ivelyn Harris and has been published by Healing Herbs of Jamaica this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-01-20 with Health & Fitness categories.
"Imagine if you could just drink a delicious cup of tea and banish your worst headaches. Or step into a sweetly scented bath and wash away skin eruptions and rashes. What if you could get rid of that nagging back pain once and for all--in just a matter of days? If this all sounds too good to be true, it's because it is ... for most people. Over the last 500 years, these amazing health benefits--and many others besides--have been a fact of life for Jamaica's Maroons. Hidden away for centuries--nearly forgotten--the Maroons are among the world's most skilled herbalists. But 'civilization' has finally reached their high mountain valleys ... and their culture and knowledge is disappearing. Now, Ivelyn Harris, the last living Maroon healer, has broken her silence. Afraid that her ancestors' healing knowledge may die with her, Ivey has decided to share her secrets. Secrets that made heart disease, diabetes, cancer and other devastating illnesses almost unknown among the Maroons. Remedies for everything from headaches to hemorrhoids to heart problems."--Publisher's description.
Popular Medicinal Plants In Portland And Kingston Jamaica
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Author : Ina Vandebroek
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2016
Popular Medicinal Plants In Portland And Kingston Jamaica written by Ina Vandebroek and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016 with Bontany, medicinal categories.
Common Medicinal Plants Of Portland Jamaica
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Author : Michael B. Thomas
language : en
Publisher: Centre for International Ethnomedicinal
Release Date : 2010-03-01
Common Medicinal Plants Of Portland Jamaica written by Michael B. Thomas and has been published by Centre for International Ethnomedicinal this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-03-01 with Health & Fitness categories.
Jamaica has a high degree of biological and cultural diversity. Roughly, 3000 species of plants grow on the island, with 25 percent of them being found nowhere else on Earth. The Maroons of Jamaica represent one of the most important cultural groups. The history of the Maroons of Jamaica has African roots and begins in the year 1690, when a small number of slaves that had been brought from the Komoranti nation in Africa (the Akan region of West Africa or present day Ghana) fled from the hardships of plantation life and migrated to the mountains. Here they found freedom and a new autonomous way of life. Having established themselves in small communities, these forest freemen and women became known simply as Maroons, a title taken from the Spanish word cimaron, meaning wild or unruly.Today, two distinct Maroon groups persist in Jamaica, namely the Winward (eastern) and Leeward Maroons (western). Although, they have survived more than three centuries of colonization, today they continue to face new challenges - that of cultural erosion and integration into Jamaican society. Despite rapid change, a result of the exposure to non-Maroon society, Maroon communities have maintained many aspects of their traditional practices especially the use of local and introduced plants as medicines. Although, there has been no comprehensive study of Maroon ethnobotany, it is widely recognized that they possess a well developed traditional knowledge of the uses of Jamaica?s flora. This study presents some of this knowledge, and includes the common medicinal plants utilized by the Winward Maroons of Portland. This publication represents only a small fraction of the plants the Maroons use. It is hoped that this research can serve as an initial baseline for further documentation and Maroon cultural preservation.
The Lmh Official Dictionary Of Jamaican Herbs Medicinal Plants And Their Uses
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Author : L. Mike Henry
language : en
Publisher: LMH Publishers
Release Date : 2002
The Lmh Official Dictionary Of Jamaican Herbs Medicinal Plants And Their Uses written by L. Mike Henry and has been published by LMH Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2002 with Gardening categories.
The Caribbean is host to one of the most diverse areas of the whole world - both culturally and ecologically. This book takes a look at some of the herbs and medicinal plants found in the Caribbean, a place awash with ancient herbal remedies for a number of common ailments. With advice on how to use them wisely, moderately and regularly, it also explores some of the myths and legends associated with these herbs and plants.
Jamaican Folk Medicine
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Author : Arvilla Payne-Jackson
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2004
Jamaican Folk Medicine written by Arvilla Payne-Jackson and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004 with History categories.
This pioneering work is multi-disciplinary in approach as it examines the rich folk medicine of Jamaica. Payne-Jackson and Alleyne analyse the historical and linguistic aspects of folk medicine, based on their research, which included extensive fieldwork and interviews. They explore the sociological and ethnological dimensions of common healing and health-preserving practices which rely on Jamaica's rich biodiversity in medicinal and nutritional flora. As is the case with other aspects of Jamaican traditional culture, Jamaican folk medicine is largely misunderstood and subject to negative pejorative attitudes. This comprehensively study challenges some of the myths and misinformation. Particular attention is paid to cultural transference from Africa and the use of herbs in African-Jamaican religions. The work has an appendix and a glossary as well as a detailed bibliography.
Ja Herbs
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Author : Kukuwa Abba
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2016-08-08
Ja Herbs written by Kukuwa Abba and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-08-08 with Health & Fitness categories.
King of the forest, carry mi seed, donkey peepee, stinking toe, ganja, leaf of life. These are the names of some of the 40 herbs documented in JA Herbs, all with proven medicinal and other uses. JA Herbs provides a fascinating insight into a small fraction of the hundreds of plant varieties that grow in Jamaica. Jamaica, an island more associated with tourism and music, has always had a strong tradition of herbal healing, and with increasing interest internationally in ethnobotany and complementary medicine, it is vital that there is research and development of the plant wealth of the island. There is every chance that you have consumed - or otherwise used a product - that has an extract of the annatto plant, which is one of the main sources of natural colourants in the food and cosmetic industries. Can you believe that a by-product of the shamy darling plant is being developed for use in solar technology? Welcome to the wonderful world of JA Herbs!
Jamaica S Ethnomedicine
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Author : Henry Lowe
language : en
Publisher: Canoe Press
Release Date : 2000
Jamaica S Ethnomedicine written by Henry Lowe and has been published by Canoe Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000 with Medical categories.
"Bush teas" and other herbal remedies have always been used by Jamaicans for treating illnesses of various sorts. However, although many of these medicinal herbs contain beneficial bioactive ingredients, not all of them are safe! Some are toxic, while others, if taken inappropriately, can harm the body's organs and even mask the symptoms of more serious conditions. This book proposes developing a systematic approach to testing the herbs and other home remedies used by Jamaicans, so that their bioactive ingredients can be identified and dosages and frequency of use standardized. A comprehensive appendix lists plants used in Jamaica's ethnomedicine and summarizes what is known about their activity and toxic effects. Contains over 100 photographs or drawings of plants used by Jamaicans as remedies.
Jamaica S Ethnomedicine
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2000
Jamaica S Ethnomedicine written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000 with Herbs categories.