Species Name FAMILY NAME Local Names Common Names Parts Used Medicinal Use(S)

1 Abelmoschus esculentus Malvaceae Ila,okweje,kubewa Okra,lady's finger Fruit, seedsFevers, gonorrhoea, dysentery, catarrhal

infections,emollient,antispasmodic, tonic.

2 Abrus precatorius Leguminosae

Oju-

ologbo,omisinminsin,mese

nmesen,iwere-jeje,Olorun

yin-

ni,otoberebere,idonzakara

Crab’s eye,rosary

pea,love nut,jequirityRoot, leaves,seeds

Colds,cough, convulsion, rheumatism,

conjunctivitis,contraceptive,antimicrobials,aphrodisiac,ulcer,anae

mia,antidote poison

3 Abutilon mauritianum Malvaceae Furu,kawo African Mallow,thutt Leaves, root Diarrhoea, gonorrhoea,antipyretic,cough,piles

4 Acacia ataxacantha MimosaceaeIhun,ewon-

adele,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 Skin diseases,fungal infections,insomnia,emollient.

7 Acacia sieberiana Mimosaceae Siyi,sie,farakaya AcaciaBark,stem-

twigs,roots,leaves,latexAnti-cancer,antipyretic,astringent,kidney disease,taeniacide

8 Acalypha fimbriata Euphorbiaceae Jinwinini,kandiri Acalypha LeavesSyphilis, asthma,,anthelmintics, ulcers,rheumatism, antimicrobial

& antifungal

9 Acalypha godseffiana Euphorbiaceae Jinwinini Acalypha Leaves, twigs Skin infection, Antimicrobials

10 Acalypha hispida Euphorbiaceae Jiwene, JinwininiCat's tail,chenille

plant,medusa's locksLeaves, twigs Skin rashes, antimicrobial

MEDICINAL PLANTS

11 Acalypha wilkesiana Euphorbiaceae Jiwene, JinwininiCopper leaf, beef steak

plantLeaves,twigs Skin rashes,antimicrobials,flatulence,constipation

12 Acanthospermum hispidum CompositaeDangunro-gogoro

,kaashinyaawoStarburr Leaves,whole plant

Yellow Fever ,tuberculosis,stomach

disorder,cough,purgative,rheumatism,migraine

13 Acanthus montanus Acanthacease

Ahon-ekun,irunmu-

arugbo,inyinyiogwu,ogwud

urunwashihshi

Bear's breech,white's

ginger,leopard's tongueStem-twig, leaves,roots

Syphilis, cough, emetic, urethral discharge,

purgative,boils,anaemia,anthelmintics

14 Achillea millefolium Compositae Yaro

Yarrow,nose-

bleed,sneeze-

wort,millefoil

Flowers,leaves,seeds Haemostatic,wound,astringent,diaphoretic,piles

15 Achyranthes aspera AmaranthaceaeAboro,Abora hakoorin-

maciijiiRough-Chaff herb Leaves,roots

Stomach disorders, Abortion, diarrhoea, dysentery, skin

diseases,Malaria, venereal diseases, haemostatic, cold

16 Adansonia digitata BombacaceaeOse,Igi-

ose,kukaa,kulambaliBaobab 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-barkHypertension, nervous disorder, stress, cough, gonorrhoea,

antimicrobial.

18 Adenia venenata Passifloraceae Dodo, Yaga, Arokeke,oti, AkerbiaLeaves, roots, stem-bark,

fruits

Cough, bronchitis,urinary tract infections, fever,stem-pulp is an

aphrodisiac, syphilis,

gonorrhoea,anagelsic,diuretic,hypertension,fish poison

19 Adenium Obesum Apoynaceae Gariya Stem, roots, fruit,juice Wound dressing, ulces, cardiac tonic, venereal diseases.

20 Adhatoda buchhoizii Acanthaceae Fruits, whole plant Rheumatism, antiinflammatory, fish poison

21 Aerva lanata AmaranthaceaeEweowo, aje, Efun-

ile,Alhaji,Furfurata,fatumiBhadram,cherula Whole plant

Ulcers, wounds, snake bite, diuretic, purgative, anthelmintic,sore

throat,kidney and bladder stones

22 Afraegle paniculata Rutaceae Sanga Kokodi Leaves,bark,roots Gastro-intestinal disorders, antispasmodic,skin diseases

23 Aframomum granum-paradisi Zingiberaceae Oburo-wawa Afromum lilies Roots Anthelmintics

24 Aframomum melegueta ZingiberaceaeAta-ire,atare,itaye,ose

oji,citta,gyandamaryaji

Alligator pepper,grains of

paradiseLeaves,seeds

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 LeguminosaeShedun,makarfo,abua

ochaKulkuli Root

Intoxicant, headache, body

pains,headache,ophthalmia,anticonvulsant,rat ovulation blocked

through effect on pituitary gland

27 Afzelia africana LeguminosaeApa-Igbo,

Apa,kawo,akpalataApa,pod mahogany

Root,leaves,stem-

bark,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, leavesConjunctivitis, ring-worm, impotence, purgative, craw-craw, tooth

ache, mumps.

30 Ageratum conyzoides CompositaeImi-esu, ula

ujula,urata,ahenhenGoat 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 etuAlafia chewing stick,

guinea-fowl's crestRoots,leaves. Sickle cell anaemia,rheumatic pains,toothache,eye infections

32 Albizia adianthifolia Leguminosae

Banabana

Ayinreta,igbabo,afema,avu

,tsintsiyar,kurmii

Flatcrown albizia 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 EuphorbiaceaeIpa, esinsin,

eepa,bambami,ububoChristmas 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,leavesChewing sticks, venereal diseases,emmenagogue,ring

worm,antioxidant,(leaves traditional wraps for cola nuts).

38 Allamanda cathartica Apocynaceae Ododo-alamanda

Yellow allamanda,angel's

trumpet,butter-

cup,golden trumpet

Roots Antimicrobials,malaria,dysentery,cathartic.

39 Allanblackia floribunda GuttiferaeOrogbo

erin,egba,nkpukpotiriFallow tree

Root, leaves, stem-bark,

fruitMalaria, dysentery, toothache, chicken pox small pox, measles

40 Allium ascalonicum LiliaceaeAlubosa-elewe,albasa

maigoShallot,spring onion Leaves, bulb Convulsion,dysentery.

41 Allium cepa LiliaceaeAlubosa,albasa,yabase,al

basa gudajiOnion Bulb,leaves

Cough,diuretic,anthelmintics,skin diseases,weak erection,anti-

tumour,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 SapindaceaeEekan-ehoro,alarto, odu-

oko,African false currant Leaves, roots, bark Diarrhoea, pile, toothache,anthelmintics,venereal diseases,cough

44 Aloe barteri LiliaceaeEti erin, ida-egun,ida-

orisa,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, leavesBreast 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 plantDysentery, 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 plantAbdominal pain, ulcers,

gonorrhoea.,astringent,menorrhagia,diarrhoea,dysentery,eczema

52 Amaranthus viridis AmaranthaceaeTete-abalaye,tete-

kekere,atite,malan kotshi

Green amaranth,slender

amaranthLeaves,roots

Anthelmintics,dysentery,antispasmodic,diuretic,gonorrhoea,eye

disease.

53 Ambrosia maritima Compositae Matsermama,markarfo Whole plant Syphilis,hypertension,anti-tumour,stimulant

54 Ambrosia maritima Compositae Tutu bidi Leaves Fever, inflammation

55Amorphophallus

dracantioidesAnacardiaceae Gwazar glwa, gaadali Tubers Asthma, piles, snakebite remedy, arrow poison

56 Anacardium occidentale AnacardaceaeKasu,kanju,akwe

olu,okpokpoCashew nut tree Bark, leaf, fruit

Malaria, elephantiasis, leprosy,

ringworms,scurvy,diabetes,warts,anthelmintics,typhoid

fever,caries.

57 Ananas comosus BromeliaceaeOpe-Oyinbo,ekunkun,ehin-

ahun,abarba,nkwe abaPineapple Unripe fruit, juice,ripe fruit Digestive problems,typhoid fever,cough,anthelmintics

58 Anchomanes difformis AraceaeAbirisoko,langbodo,ogirisa

ko,hantsar gada, ojeAnchomanes Roots Diuretics,purgative,gonorrhoea

59 Andira inermis Araceae GwaskaDog almond,bastard

mahoganyBark ,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 AnnonaceaeAbo, Ibobo,gwandar

daji,uburu ocha

African custard

apple,Gwanda-dajiRoot, bark, leaves, seeds

Cancer, dysentery, cough,venereal

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

66 Anthocleista djalonensis Loganiaceae Shapo,kwari Cabbage tree Bark,leavesSkin diseases – rashes and eczema,

diabetes,antipyretic,purgative,abdominal pain,impotence

67 Anthocleista liebrechtsiana Loganiaceae Shapo,kwari Leaves, bark Purgative, skin infection, antimicrobial.

68 Anthocleista vogelii Loganiaceae Apa oro,sapo,kwari Seeds,bark Antidote for snake bite,purgative

69 Anthonotha macrophylla Leguminosae Abara,apado,agbagba Latex, bark Gonorrhoea, dysentery, diarrhea,yellow fever.

70 Antiaris africana MoraceaeOoro, Oriro, Ayo, farin

loko,ojianwu,ajagha -dibia

False iroko,oroo,upas

tree,black

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 Coral vine 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 plantAphrodisiac,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 NutUrinary tract infection, aphrodisiac, anthelmintic, astingent,

carminative.

77 Argemone mexicana PapaveraceaeEkan-Ekun, Egun-

arugbo,kwarkoro

Mexican poppy,prickly

poppy

Whole plant, latex, roots,

seeds

Jaundice, gonorrhoea, skin

diseases,diuretics,blennorhoea,tapeworms,abscesses

78 Argyreia nervosa Convolvulaceae Elephant creeper Root, leaves. Nervous disorder, skin infection, gonorrhoea, aphrodisiac.

79 Aristida adscensionis Poaceae Oka-olongo,garasa Whole plant Improves lactation

80 Aristolochia ringens Aristolochiaceae Ako-igun,duman dutseeDutchman's pipe, Snake

workLeaves,roots, whole plant.

Guineaworm, skin diseases,typhoid, sores, antidote to snake

poison,emmenagogue,anthelmintics

81 Artemisia afra Compositae Tagargale Whole plant leaves Fevers, vermifuge

82 Artocarpus altilis MoraceaeBere fruit, Berefurutu,

Jaloke.Breadfruit Roots,fruits,wood Fevers,astringent,sedative

83 Asclepias curassavica Asclepiadaceae Rizgar-kurege

Milk weed,wild

ipecauanha,bloodflower,

bastard ipecac

Roots Gastro-intestinal disorders,emetic

84 Asparagus africana Liliaceae Aluki,sarka Asparagus, Aye-kosun Whole plant Antimicrobials,sores,kidney diseases,diuretics.

85 Aspilia africana CompositaeYunyun,uranjilalu,kalankuw

aHaemorrhage plant Leaves, flowers

Haemostatic,cleaning sores, corneal opacities, stomach

disorders,tuberculosis,nervous disorders,guinea-

worm,gonorrhoea,skin rash.

86 Asystasia calyciana Acanthaceae Orole Leaves Skin diseases,weak erection,headache,childhood yaws

87 Asystasia gangetica Acanthaceae Lobiiri,inana,NtiaturuSenegal tea tree,orange

hawkweed,chinese violetWhole plant

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, seedsMalaria, 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, aduuwaZachun oil tree,Desert

dateRoots, fruits,seeds,bark. Anthelmintics, skin diseases,antipyretic,emetic

94 Bambusa vulgaris Poaceae Oparun,Atosi Bamboo Leaves,young shootsGonorrhoea,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,twigsConstipation, 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 Whole plants Fever, cough, cold, nasal congestion

100 Bauhinia rubescens Caesalpiniaceae Jinga Root Fever, dysentery.

101 Bauhinia variegata Caesalpiniaceae Variegated Bauhinia Root, leaves, bark Skin diseases, arthelmintic, syphilis, astringent, alterative.

102 Berlinia grandiflora CaesalpiniaceaeApado,abaa,Dokar

rafi,UbubaBark Ease labour, gastro-intestinal disorders

103 Bidens pilosa CompositaeAbere-Oloko, Omo

langanran

Black jar,spanish

needles,beggar's

tick,hairy beggarticks

Flowers, leaves,whole

plant

Diarrhoea, abdominal disorders,enema,

rheumaticism,coughs,anaesthetic,ease labour,antipyretics,caries

104 Bixa orellana Bixaceae Osun-buke,ulla,Ufie

Bixa,arnatto dye

plant,ornatus,arnatoo,lips

tick plant.

Fruits,seeds Malaria, fever,astringent,kidney diseases,skin diseases.

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, fruitMalaria, migraine, dysentery,ease labour,hypoglycaemic

agent,(note that coat is poisonous).

107 Blighia unijugata Sapindaceae Ako-isin Blighia Roots,leaves,stem-bark Diabetes,antipyretic,postnatal haemorrhage

108 Blumea auria Compositae Whole plant Antipyretic and gastro-intestinal problem

109 Blumea perrottetiana Compositae Aruntaba, Eru-tabaIkulu,isajeje,ngai

camphosLeaves, roots,whole plant Pains,jaundice,malaria,anthelmintics,ulcer,dysentery

110 Boerhaavia diffusa Nyctaginaceae

Etiponla,

Olowojeja,Baabaa

juji,Akandom,Azeigwa

Hogweed Whole herb

Skin diseases, small pox, jaundice,

gonorrhoea,diuretic,asthma,cough,antipyretis, (test for

pregnancy, through the itching of palm),scabies,yaws,jaundice

111 Bombax buonopozense Bombaceae

Eso,

Olokododo,ponpola,Gurjiy

a,akpe,Ape otokoro

Akata,red silk cotton tree Bark,leaves,fruits,flowers. Stomachache, blood tonic,emmenagogue,emollient

112 Borassus aethiopum PalmaeAgbon-olodu, agbon-

onidu,uburu,ubiri.African fan Palm Roots,juice of nut Respiratory disorders,asthma,headache

113 Borreria ocymoides Rubiaceae Irawo-ile,Otete Leaves, root, whole plant Gonorrhoea, astringent, skin infection.

114 Borreria verticillata RubiaceaeIrawo ile,Uniedi,Damfark'

amiAfrican borreria Leaves, roots

Gonorrohea, skin

diseases,dysentery,antibilharzia,abortifacient,diuretics,anti-

leprosy

115 Boscia senegalensis Capparidaceae Anza Leaves, fruit, rootMalaria, jaundice, wound, stomachache, aphrodisiac, venereal

diseases, diabetes.

116 Bosqueia anglosensis Moraceae Gangaran, Saworo,Oze Saworo,bosqueia Leaves, stem bark Diarrhoea,menorrhagia

117 Boswellia dalzielii Burseraceae hano, janauhi Frankincense tree Bark, gum, roots Urinary disorder, antiseptic.

118 Boswellia spp Burseraceae Juguuhi Bark Anti snake venom

119 Brassica oleracea var capitata Cruciferae Kabeji Cabbage,sea cabbage Leaves,seeds Antimicrobial,skin diseases.

120 Bridelia ferruginea EuphorbiaceaeIra, ira odan, ira

eju,Kirni,Ola,okukuu.Ira Leaves, bark,roots,fruits

Insomnia,antipyretic, general care in

children,diabetes,antibacterials,dysentery,mouth

wash,gonorrhoea

121 Bridelia micrantha Euphorbiaceae Isa,asa,Oga ofia,Edede Mitzeeri sweetberry Leaves, roots,bark Laxative, young leaves chewed for headache,migraine.

122 Brillantaisia nitens Acanthaceae Ogwumadibia Leaves Diarrhoea

123 Brillantaisia patula Acanthaceae Owo Brillantaisia LeavesYaws,diarrhoea,ease labour,dysmenorrhoea,chest

pain,convulsion

124 Brucea antidysenterica Simaroubaceae Root bark Cancer, dysentery

125 Brunfelsia uniflora Solanaceae Roots Aphorodisiacs

126 Bryophyllum pinnatum Crassulaceae Eru-odundun,abomodaResurrection plant,life

plantLeaves,roots,,leaf sap

Cough,diarrhoea,dysentery,wounds,fever,sedatives,diuretic,absc

esses,antifungal,epilepsy, antimicrobial, anticancer.

127 Bryoria africana Cucurbitaceae Roots Purgative

128 Brysocarpus coccineus Connaraceae

Amuje wewe, ade,Kimbar

maharbe,Oka abole,Mgba

apepea

Crimson thyme Root, leavesJaundice, pile, gonorrhoea,venereal disease,impotence,anti-

tumour,ulcer

129 Buchholzia coriacea Sterculiaceae Uworo, obi-ata Wonderful kola Fruit,barkAntimicrobials, 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.

132 Butea frondosa Papilionaceae Flame of the forestLeaves, Bark, Flowers,

seeds

Aphorodisiac, astringent, diuretic diabetes, leucorrhoea,

antiseptic anthelmintic, cough, cold.

133 Butyrospermum paradoxum SapotaceaeEmi-emi,

emi,Osisi,Ka'danya

Shea butter

tree,Vitellaria

paradoxa,Kadanya.

SeedsNasal decongestion and cattarhal

condition,anthelmintic,hypertension,diuretic.

134 Caesalpinia bonduc Leguminosae AyooBonduc nut,physic nut,

yellow nickerRoots,leaves,seeds Fever,anthelmintics,respiratory diseases

135 Caesalpinia cristata Caesalpiniaceae Bonduc nut, fever nut Leaves, roots, seeds Antipyretic, anthelmintic, astringent, asthma, colic.

136 Caesalpinia pulcherima Leguminosae Eko-omode Pride of Barbados Bark,leaves,seeds Purgative,emollient,abortifacient,emmenagogue.

137 Cajanus cajan Leguminosae Otili,Orela,viovio Pigeon pea Leaves, seedsSmallpox,chickenpox,diuretic,laxative,haemostatic,astringent,mea

sles,mouth wash.

138 Caladium bicolor Araceae Eje-JesuChrist plant,heart of

JesusLeaves,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,rootsFevers,convulsions,breast engogement,stomach

disorders,purgative,amenorrhoea,headache,lumbago

143 Caloncoba echinata Flacourtiaceae Ntuebi Caloncoba,GorliBark,roots,seeds,stem

exudateSkin infections

144 Caloncoba glauca Flacourtiaceae Kakandika,pomuseghe Caloncoba Seeds, root, bark, leaf Leprosy, skin lesions,pustular skin eruptions,migraines

145 Calophyllum inophyllum GuttiferaeAlexandrian laurel, Dillo

oil treeLeaves, bark, oil Eye infection, migraine, astringent, ulcers, gonorrhoea.

146 Calotropis procera Asclepiadaceae Bomubomu,TumfatiyaGiant milk weed,sodom

appleLeaves, 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

candle treeBark Black tongue, round worm, gonorrhoea,stomach disorders

148 Canavalia ensiformis Leguminosae Ponpondo, sese-nla Sword bean,horse bean Seed Antibiotic, antiseptic

149 Canna indica CannaceaeIdodo,ido,Gwangwama,Ab

erekanwoIndian shot Leaves Asthma, Malaria

150 Cannabis sativa Cannabinaceae Igbo Indian Hemp

Leaves, female

inflorescence,seeds,stem-

twigs.

Diarrhoea, sores, migraine, whooping

cough,sedative,dandruff,lice,gonorrhea,dyspepsia

151 Canthium glabriflorum Rubiaceae Ajelora,Igi elera,Eze Stem,roots,leaves Cough,mental disorders

152 Capparis thonningii Cappararaceae Ekan-awodi, ewon ekiri Caper bush,kanthar Root Fever, headache, mental disorder,aphrodisiac,cough.

153 Capraria biflora Scrophulariaceae Root Antifungal agent.

154 Capsicum annuum Solanaceae

Ata

rodo,sombo,tatase,Ose

oyinbo

Bell pepper Fruits,seeds Carminative,stimulant,Vitamin C

155 Capsicum frutescens SolanaceaeAta wewe,ata-eiye,Ose

mkpe,TaashiChili pepper,bird pepper Fruits,seeds

Fevers, dysentery,stimulant,carminative, malaria, ingredient of

some herbal recipes.

156 Carapa procera MeliaceaeIrere, Agogo,abo-

oganwo,NkwoMonkey cola,crabwood Bark, seeds, leaves Purgative, ringworms, boils,rheumatic pains,antipyretic

157Cardiospermum halicacabum

.Sapindaceae

Shaworo,

erapoo,Mpikpo,Fadama,G

arafunin

Baloon vine, heart

seed,balsam appleLeaves, root

Skin eruption, piles, rheumatism, syphilitic

sores,gonorrhea,ameorrhoea,emetic,nervous disorders

158 Carica papaya Caricaceae Ibepe,Ojo,gwanda Paw paw 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 CyperaceaeAgogo-igun, Apari-

Igun,ogberi-akukoBark Febrifuge, anthelmintic, appetizer, antiperiodic, purgative.

161 Carpodinus dulcis Apocynacee Whole plant Galactagogure

162 Carpolobia lutea PolygalaceaeOsunsun,Uziza,Aghba -

awaCattlestick Leaves, bark Rheumatism,aphrodisiac,toothache

163 Casearia barteri Samydaceae Ukpakuzon Stem, twig, bark Toothache, Oral hygeine

164 Cassytha filiformis LauraceaeOmoniginigini,omonigele-

gele,sulunwahi.Devil's gut,parasitic vine Stem twigs Anthelmintics, antimicrobials, antifungal

165 Casuarina equisetifolia CasuarinaceaeAustralian pine,horse-tail

treeLeaves Antipyretic,salt tolerant tree

166 Catharanthus roseus Apocynaceae Apabida pupa Rose perinwinkle Leaves,whole plantDiabetes, hypertension, antileukaemic properties,

antitumour,dysentery,menorrhagia

167 Ceiba pentandra Bombacaceae Araba,egungun,Rimii,AkpuWhite silk cotton

tree,kapok,fuma

Flowers, leaves,

bark,exudate.

Diabetes, fever,

gonorrhoea,emollient,syphilis,emetic,astringent,demulcent,asthm

a,diabetes,menorrhagia

168 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 rootDysentery, oedemas, gonorrhoea, cancer, gastrointestinal

troubles,vermifuge,mouth wash,laxative,aphrodisiac.

171 Celosia argentea Amaranthaceae

Soko-

yokoto,Erimonu,Fara -

alayatu

Cockscomb Leaves, seeds Skin diseases, diarrhoea,,antiscorbutic,anthelmintic

172 Celosia laxa AmaranthaceaeMarugbo sanyantan,

Ajemawofo,MannafaaCelosia Leaves Antiscorbutic, purgative

173 Celosia trigyna Amaranthaceae Ajefowo,ajitan Celosia Leaves Anthelmintics,diuretic,astringent,chest pains,emmolient,sore

174 Celtis mildbraedii UlmaceaeIta-gidi, uta, ewon-

agogo,Aziza

African Celtis, African

hackberry,beaverwood,o

bia,nettle tree

Root Arthritis,fever,dysmenorrhoea.

175 Centaurea perrottetii Compositae Danyi Star thistle Whole plant,leaves Skin infections,fever,malaria,syphilis,ulcer

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 Ewa-ahun 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 CompositaeAkintola

,Awolowo,ObiarakaraSiam 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 Abilere, Oyigi Indian crysanthemum Whole plant Boils, fever, gonorrhoea, jaundice, heart-trouble,insecticide.

186Chrysanthemum cinerariae

foliumCompositae Pyrethrum Flower heads, leaves Fever, wounds, general debility, insecticide.

187 Chrysobalanus ellipticus Roseaceae Ikatee,AwonriwonChrysobalanus,coco-

plumLeaves, 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, oilAromatic, astringent, typhoid fever, antimicrobial nauseae,

vomiting, menorrhagia.

191 Cissampelos owariensis Menispermaceae Ewe jokoje,Damargaji Lungwort,velvet leaf Roots,whole plantLung 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,pulpWomb expeller, diuretic, cystitis, malaria, leucorrhoea,

gonorrhoea,hypertension,whitlow.

195 Citrus aurantifolia Rutaceae

Osan-

wewe,Dankabuya,Afotanta

,Epe nkirisi

Lime,swing 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, orombo-

igun,gangan,Olomaoyibo,B

abbaan leemu

Bitter orange,sour

orangeJuice, roots, oil

Cough, sore throat,

stomachache,anthelmintics,malaria,carminative,typhoid fever.

197 Citrus limon RutaceaeOsan-laimu,oroma-

nkirir,Babban leemuiLemon Fruits,leaves,bark,roots Antipyretic,cold,stomachic

198 Citrus paradisi Rutaceae Osan gerepu, osan paya. Grape fruitRind/external

coat,seeds,fruitAntimicrobials,diabetes,astringent,emollient,demulcent, malaria.

199 Citrus sinensis Rutaceae Osanmimu, orombo didun Sweet orange Twigs,stem bark,fruitsDysentery, fever, headache,antimicrobial

agent,anthelmintics,toothache,antiscorbutic

200 Clappertonia ficifolia Malvaceae Bolobolo Bolobolo Leaves,roots Cough

201 Clausena anisata RutaceaeOboku, agbasa, atari-

obukoClausena 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,barkCoughs,anthelmintics,antipyretic,respiratory

diseases,tuberculosis,purgative

204 Cleome ciliata Capparaceae Akuya-aaja, EkuyaWild mustard,cat's

whiskersLeaves, seeds

Earache, convulsions, sores,

wounds,boils,anthelmintic,carminative,suppuration.

205 Cleome gynandra Capparaceae Ekuye, ekuya,ipiyaBastard Mustard,cat's

whiskersLeaves, 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 Dagba Leaves, roots Venereal diseases, astringent, topical application, vermifuge.

210 Clitoria ternatea Leguminosae Butterfly pea Roots,leaves,seeds Gonorrhoea,purgative,diuretic,ulcer

211 Cnestis ferruginea Connaraceae

Akara aje, omu-

aja,esise,elemesan,Amun

keta

Short pod,alum plantFruits, seeds, leaves,

root,bark

Snake bite, eyedrops, migraine, gonorrhoea,

madness,laxative,sore throat,pyorrhoea,stabilise pregnancy,oral

infections

212 Cnidoscolus acontifolius Euphorbiaceae Iyanapaja Cnidoscolus Leaves, sap Diuretic, antimicrobial

213 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,seedsJaundice,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 Kofi,Gahwa Coffee Kernels Stimulant, rheumatism,diuretic

220 Coix lacryma-jobi PoaceaeAje,aka-ila,agbala-

maria,ido-onisekereJob'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 AraceaeKoko,kokofun,koko-

ibile,GwambaCocoyam,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 Combretum Leaves, rootWounds, cough,

dysentery,anthelmintic,antimicrobials,biliousness,antipyretic

230 Combretum paniculatum Combretaceae Ogan, okan Twigs Jouts pains, black tongue, appetizer, febrifuge.

231 Combretum racemosum Combretaceae Okan Bush willow Twigs Black tongue, appetizer, weakness,antipyretic

232 Commelina diffusa CommelinaceaeItopere,godogbo-

odo,Obogy,Balasa

Day flower,small blue

flower,commelinaLeaves, 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 Flea-

bane,horsebane,pride

weed,horse weed

Whole plantGonorrhoea, 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, rootFever, 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-imiesuYellow cosmos,sulphur

cosmosLeaves, flowers Antimicrobial,wounds,astringent,colourant.

243 Costus afer Zingiberaceae

Ireke - Omode,tete-

eegungun,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 eboloVelvet plant,ebolo,red-

flower ragleafWhole 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

Eegun-

orun,taniya,ajanaka,Ungud

udu,Amakarode

Garlic pear 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 bulb,flower-stalksAntimicrobial,purgative,rubefacient,cough,anti-allergic

properties,female fertility

252 Crinum jagus AmaryllidaceaeObase, Ogede-Odo,Ede

obase, Albasar kwadiFrest crinum, poison bulb Bulb, Leaves

Chronic cough, tuberculosis,

rheumatism,emetic,whitlow,anthelmintics,purgative,rubefacient

253 Crossopteryx febrifuga Rubiaceae AyeyeSandcrown berry,crystal

barkRoot, stem bark Fever, gastrointestinal&respiratory disorders.

254 Crotalaria retusa LeguminosaeKoropo,alatunse,saworo,Y

ara, AkidimuoRattle box,rattle pea

Root, seeds, juice of

pods,leaves.Fever, cirrhosis, liver lesions, dysentery,colic,vermifuge

255 Croton lobatus Euphorbiaceae Eru,Namijin-zaakii bansaa Cascarilla Root, bark, leavesGuinea 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,anti-

tumour

257 Croton zambesicus Euphorbiaceae Ajekobale bushveld Leaves,twigs Piles,gonorrhoea,arthritis,diarrhoea,impotence,

258 Cryptolepia sanguinolenta Periplocaceae Root, stemAntipyretic, 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 Melon,musk melon Leaves, root Fungal diseases, emetic,purgative,gonorrhoea.

262 Cucumis prophetarum Cucurbitaceae ruit pulp Vermifuge

263 Cucurbita maxima Cucurbitaceae Elegede,apala,Kabeewaa Melon-pumpkin Seeds,fruits. Tapeworm, diuretic, taenicide, otitis,utensils.

264 Cucurbita pepo CucurbitaceaeElegede,Ogbogolo,Kabew

a,gboro.

Pumpkin,gourd,vegetable-

marrowSeeds, leaves,fruits,pulp

Urinary complaints,

cathartic,taenicide,diuretic,demulcent,anthelmintics,boils,burns,an

ti-tumour.

265 Culcasia scandens Araceae Agunmona LeavesSkin disease,anaesthetic,stomachache,pregnancy

booster,venereal disease

266 Curculigo pilosa Hypoxidaceae Epakun,Dooyar kureegee African crocus RootsLeaukaemia,gonorrhoea,cough,purgative,astringent,aphrodisiac,

demulcent

267 Curcuma longa Zingiberaceae Gangamu, laali pupa Turmeric TubersJaundice, eye wash, skin diseases, vermifuge,yellow

fever,ringworm,anti-tumour,antimicrobials,carminative,malaria

268 Cuscuta australis Convolvulaceae

Mologinigini,ganagana,omi

nsinminsin-

gogoro,Soyyaya

Dodder, devil’s root Whole plantLaxative, kidney, liver disease,

sores,laxative,astringent,anthelmintic,measles

269 Cyathula prostrata AmaranthaceaeShawere pepe,

Tanaje,K'arangiya kusuPasture 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, rootsMalaria, cough, sprains, lumbago, stomach tonic, stimulant,

cold,diaphoretic,diuretic,refrigerant,ringworm

272 Cynara scolymus Compositlae Kharsuf Whole plantDiuretic, liver diseases, anti-atherosderotic, use as sugar

substitute

273 Cynodon dactylon GraminaeKapet garassi,Buntun

kudaaBahama 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.

Whole plantTo induce vomiting,diuretic,anthelmintics,carminative,menstrual

disorders.

275 Cyrtosperma senegalense Araceae Ope-igbo,igooha Swamp-arum Leaves,rhizome,fruits Cough,ease labour,astringent,ulcer,gonorrhoea.

276 Dacryodes edulis Burseraceae Elemi,ubeNative pear,African

plum,bush butter treeBark, 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 LeguminosaeOgundu, Paran,runhun

zaki,ObunziziFlat bean Leaves, bark, roots Cough, small pox, skin lesions, bronchial ailments,toothache

279 Dalbergiella welwitschii LeguminosaeEmosho-elemosoo,emeso-

igangan, afoso,West African black wood Stem, twigs, roots, leaves Bronchial ailments,purgative,anthelmintic,menstrual disorder.

280 Daniellia oliveri LeguminosaeIya,Kadaura,Ozabwa,

Maje

African copaiba,balsam

tree,niger-copal,maajeGum, bark

Dysentery, diarrhoea, toothache,urinary infection,astringent,tooth

ache

281 Daniellia thurifera Leguminosae Iya Frankincense tree Stem-wood dust Scabies

282 Datura metel SolanaceaeApikan,Ajegun-

eegun,gegemu,Furenjuuji

Devil's trumpet,hairy

thorn appleLeaves Ashma,venereal diseases,convulsion.

283 Datura stramonium Solanaceae

Apikan, ododo-

omode,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 forestLeaves,bark,seeds,flower

sDiuretic,anthelmintics,astringent,leucorrhoea

286 Dennettia tripetala Annonaceae Igbere,Nmimi Pepperfruit Fruit,leaves,stem-twigs. Insect repellant,fever,cough,toothache,stimulant

287 Desmodium adscendens LeguminosaeEpa-

ile,aberodefe,NbasiokuDesmodium Leaves, whole plant

Constipation, convulsions, gonorrhoea, syphilis, bronchial

asthma,spermcount enhancer.

288 Desmodium gangeticum Leguminosae Ewe-emo Leaf, rootAstringent, urinary disorder, broachi infection, fever, chest

infection.

289 Detaruyn nucricaroyn Leguminosae Taura, Ogbogbo Bark, leaves Wounds, ulcers

290 Dialium guineense LeguminosaeAwin,Icheku,Tsamiyar

kurmi

Black tamarind,tumble

treeLeaves, 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 LeguminosaeKara, Ajagboluti,Ami

ogwu,Dundu

West African sickle

bush, Princess's

earrings

Bark, root, latexFever, stomachache,

toothache,diuretic,astringent,anthelmintics,scald,sores

294 Dicoma sessiliflora Compositae Doda Dicoma Whole plant Antipyretic,aphrodisiac,cough,stomachache

295 Digitaria horizontalis PoaceaeAriran, eeran,Karanin

dawakiCrab 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 DiscoreaceaeIsu-emina,emina,isu-

ahun,Dooyar bisa

Air potato,aerial potato

yamTuber

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, leavesColic, 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,AjagunmorasinChickweed,starwort,star

weed,Whole plant

Venereal diseases,

coughs,antimicrobials,conjunctivities,haemostatic,weight

control,diuretic,asthma,ulcer.

304 Dodonaea viscosa Sapindaceae Leaves Sore throat, diaphoretic, fever.

305 Dorstenia prorepens Moraceae Alaifo, aloifoContrayerva,rock

begonia,sokotanStem twig,leaves Nephrosis,wound,antipyretic,antimicrobials.

306 Dracaena manni DracaenaceaeOpe-kannakanna,

peregun,AkukuDracaena Roots,leaves,fruits Skin diseases,antimicrobials,stomachache,caries.

307 Drynaria laurentii Polypodiaceae Afomo Drynaria Whole plant, leaves. Venereal diseases.

308 Drypetes chevalieri Euphorbiaceae Osunsun-iro Drypetes Leaves Cough,asthma,bronchitis

309 Drypetes Florabunda Euphorbiaceae Asokara Stem Toothache, oral hygiene

310 Duranta repens Verbenaecae Fruits Anthemintic, insecticide

311 Dyschoriste perrottetii Acanthaceae Bidi-Diyan Seed Inflammation, Eye irrigation.

312 Echinacea purpurea CompositaePurple cone, black

sampsonRhizome Antimicrobial agent.

313 Eclipta prostrata Compositae Abikole, arojokuInk plant,thistles,false

daisyLeaves

Elephantiasis, fever,cough, skin diseases,oedema,liver

ailments,emetic,antiseptic,diarrhoea,convulsion.

314 Ehretia cymosa Boraginaceae Jaoke Puzzle bush,ivorywood Leaves,barkAmenorrhoea,contraceptive,fevers,convulsion,fracture

management

315 Eichhornia crassipes PontederiaceaeBebelu oju

omi,mako,gbeborun.Water hyacinth Whole plant

Skin care,fresh juice for wounds,styptic,goitre,protecting feet as

foot wears

316 Ekebergia senegalensis MeliaceaeIjebo, Ayape,Madachin

dutsiStavewood 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,barkFever, epilepsy, haemolytic,sinusitis,purify blood,insomnia,

malaria.

318 Elaeis guineensis PalmaeOpe, igi-

ope,Nkwe,Ake,KwakwarRed oil palm Root, palm oil,bark,kernels Malaria, mental disorders,diarrhoea,asthma,measles.

319 Elaeophorbia drupifera Euphorbiaceae Oroigi, oroonigi Asthma plantLeaves, stem

bark,roots,latex

Intestinal

parasities,fever,measles,purgative,warts,epilepsy,asthma,analge

sic,skin diseases.

320 Elephantapus scaber Compositae Leave, root Fever, cough.

321 Eleusine indica Poaceae

Ese-

kannakanna,Ciyaawar

tuuji,Ichite

Bermuda

grass,wiregrass,fowl footLeaves

Coughing with bloody sputum,antipyretic,anthelmintics,venereal

diseases.

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 CompositaeOdundun-owo, odundun-

okun,Ogbunizu,nte -ana

Tassel flower,scarlet

tassel flowerLeaves, sap, roots.

Ulcers, craw-craw, abscesses of the breast, yaws, lice,

ringworm, febrifuge, syphilis, hernia, gonorrhoea,

measles,cough,salad.

327 Enantia chlorantha AnnonaceaeOsopupa, Awopa,dokita-

igbo,KakerimAfrican yellow wood Bark

Typhoid fever,malaria,antimicrobials, jaundice, rickettsia,infective

hepatitis,haemostatic,uterus stimulant,ulcer.

328 Entada africana LeguminosaeAyunre-

banabana,TawatsaEntada Bark, leaves, root, seeds Astringent,antimimicrobials, antipyretic, abortifacient,malaria.

329 Entada gigas Mimosaceae AagbaaSeahearts,monkey

laddersLeaves,seeds,stem-twigs.

Diarrhoea,antimicrobial,abdominal pain,

abortifacient,convulsion,astringent,charm to ward off evil spirit

330 Entandrophragma cylindricum Meliaceae Ijebo,Owura Cedar mahogany Stem barkDiabetes, 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 ApocynaceaeEast India Rosebay,

Nero's crownLeaves, stem, root Anthelmintic, skin infection, toothache, eye diseases-ophthalmia.

335 Eryngium foetidum Umbelliferae Leaves Ulcer, headache, hysteria

336 Erythrina senegalensis LeguminosaeOlogbosere,lakale,Majiriya

,echichiParrot tree,coral tree

Leaves, bark,

seeds,roots.

Anthelmintics,cathartic,dysentery,antipyretic,emmenagogue,galac

togue

337 Erythrococca anomala Euphorbiaceae Iyere-igbo Cocca Fruits,leaves,leaf-sap Headache, joint pains,earaches,taeniacide.

338 Erythrophleum suaveolens Leguminosae

Erun obo, olu-

obo,Ajeku,Obo,Gwaska,in

yi,akpa.

Sasswood,Ordeal

tree,Sassy bark.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 CapparaceaeAjinringburigbu,

Logbokiya,KanumfariEuadenia Roots, stem, bark,fruit Tuberculosis,arthritis, otalgia, aphrodisiac, rectal prolapse.

341 Eucalyptus globulus Myrtaceae Eucalyptus Leaves Nasal congestion, antibacterial, wounds, mouth wash.

342 Eugenia aromatica Myrtaceae Kanafuru Clove FlowerToothache, carminative, rubefacient, serving as preservative in

herbal recipes.

343 Eugenia malaccencis Myrtaceae ApuluApple,African water

apple,rose-water appleAntimicrobial,source for vitamins

344 Eugenia unifolia Myrtaceae Pitanga Pitanga Leaves, fruit Antimicrobial.

345 Eulophia millsoni Orchidaceae Rhizome Aphrodisiac

346 Euphorbia balsamifera Euphorbiaceae Stem, latex Caries, dysentery

347 Euphorbia deightonii Euphorbiaceae Oro agogo Euphorbia Leaves Woman Sterility

348 Euphorbia heterophylla Euphorbiaceae Egele Leaves, root Skin diseases, febrifuges, purgative.

349 Euphorbia hirta Euphorbiaceae

Emi-ile, iroko-iju,egele,oro-

elewe,ahihia ugwa,Noonon

kurciyaa,Odane inenemii

Asthma weed 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 drop-

off,warts,anthelmintics,purgative

351 Euphorbia laterifolia Euphorbiaceae Oro were, enuopiri Scutellann,little cactus Leaves,exudateDermatosis, infertility, anthelmintics constipation, convulsive

fevers

352 Euphorbia unispina Euphorbiaceae Oro adete Cactus Exudate Antidote for snake bites, fractures,skin diseases,antihelmintics

353 Evolvulus alsinoides Convolvulaceae Efunle,Karfi mallamSlender dwarf Morning

gloryWhole 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 MoraceaeOpoto,Farin

bauree,Anwerenwa

African mustard tree,fig

treeLeaf, 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, seedsStomach disorder, scabies, gonorrhoea, urinary ailments,

jaundice,abortifacient,antipyretic.

360 Ficus mucuso MoraceaeOdan-afomo,Ediso,

Obobo,Jan baureeFig Bark of stem Insomnia

361 Ficus thonningii MoraceaeOdan abaa,opoto,aba-

odan ,GulubaWild fig,fiddle leaf fig Bark Wounds,fevers,dysentery

362 Ficus vallis-choudae Moraceae Oguro, Ogunro,Dulu Umbrella thorn Leaves, stem, latexJaundice, 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 plantLiver 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 ,MbaLagos silkrubber

tree,wild rubberStem, 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 kolaSeeds, root, stem-

bark,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 RubiaceaeGangan,

oruwan,Gaudan,UlimiliYellow gardenia, gaude. Roots, fruits Fever, cough, stomachache, dysentery,skin lesion,emetic

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 BulbAntigonococcal,dysentery,diarrhoea,mental

disorder,constipation,mystic use.

377 Gloriosa superba Liliaceae

Mora, ewe-

aje,akalamagbo,Obara

okpa,Baurere

Gloriosa,climbing

lily,glory lilyTubers, 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 Soya bean Seeds Laxative

380 Glycyrrhiza glabra LeguminosaeSweet wood,sweet wort,

liquorice root.Root

Expectorant, bronchitis, sorethroat, demulcent, emollient,

alterative.

381 Glyphaea brevis Tiliaceae Atori Atori, masquerade stickStem bark, leaves,stem-

twigs

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 ThymelaeceaeMada,sungoje,samberu,tur

uribi.Root, leaves

Skin diseases, leprosy, dysentery, diarrhoea, nasal discharge,

purgative.

384 Gomphrena globosa AmaranthaceaeBachelor's button, globe

amaranthWhole plant,leaves Antipyretic,diuretic,astringent,cough,laxative,emmenagogue

385 Gongronema latifolium Asclepiadaceae Aunjeadiye, Itaji,Utazi Amaranth globe Stem Sore gums,colic, dyspepsia, anthelmintic.

386 Gossypium barbadense MalvaceaeOwu,akese,gwandi,Olulu

ogho,OwulaWest 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

388Greenwayodendron

suaveolensAnnonaceae Agudugbu Roots,leaves,bark Anthelmintics,purgative,ease labour,menorrhagia,weak erection..

389 Grewia flavescens Tiliaceae Itakun okere,DargajiSand paper raisin,raisin

bush,wild raisinLeaves Boils, enlarged spleen,aid lactating mother

390 Grewia pubescens Tiliaceae Oraigbo Raisin Stem, leavesDysentery, 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 LeguminosaeAlukoko, Tapara, arin,

OlobahunGriffonia 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 ofuonLeaves, roots, fruits, stem

exudate

Galactogogue, blood booster, rheumatism, gastro-enteritis,

dysentery.

396 Guiera senegalensis Combretaceae Barbatta,olofun,saabara LeavesSkin infection, fever, diarrhoea, dysentery, syphilis, tonic,

increase lactation, prevention of leprosy.

397 Gymnema sylvestre Asclepiadaceae Whole plants, root Diabetes, antidote for snake bite.

398 Gymnema sylvestre Asclepadaceae Yaryodin-kura Root, stem Diabetes, heart stimulant, snake bite, anti-inflammatory, tonic.

399 Gynura amplexicanlis Asteraceae Sitta, nti Leaves Eye infection, gonorrhoea

400 Haemanthus multiflorus AmaryllidaceaeAreyinkosun, toto-

odo,Albasar kwadiFireball lily Roots Stimulant, cardiac tonic

401 Haematostaphis barteri Anacardiaceae Tursuhi,jan danyaa Stem, bark, rootsAnthelmintic, febrifuge, emetic, tonic,hepatitis, sleeping sickness,

diarrhoea.

402Haematoxylum

compechionumLeguminosae Logwood Wood bark Astringent, diarrhoea, colouring.

403 Hannoa klaineana SimaroubaceaeIgigun,Oghulu,Takar'dargi

waHannoa Stem, root Hypertension,carminative,stimulant , fever.

404 Harrisonia abyssinica Simaroubaceae Arujeran Harrisonia Leaves, stem, rootStomachache, leprosy, antidote, cancerous tumours,bubonic

plague,skin diseases,antipyretic,anthelmintics,insomnia

405 Harungana madagascariensis Hypericaceae

Elepo, adenden,

Asunje,Uturu,Otori, Alillibar

raafii

Dragon's blood treeStem-bark, root bark,

leaves,sap

Dysentery, piles, trypanosomiasis, fever, cold, jaundice, scabies,

haemostatic,emetic,black tongue,urinary fistula,ringworm,jaundice

406 Hedranthera barteri Apocynaceae Agbo omode Hedranthera Leaves,fruit Convulsion,anthelmintics,venereal diseases,cough,anti-tumour

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, Apari-

Igun,ogberi-

akuko,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,DangiraaBush roselle,thorny

roselle,water hempLeaves Cough, wound,diuretics

413 Hibiscus rosasinensis Malvaceae Kekeke,Ireagu Garden hibiscus Leaves, stem, flower budsInfluenza, cough, asthma, tertiary syphilis, stomach

upset,appendicitis,hypertension,oligospermia,antipyretic

414 Hibiscus sabdariffa Malvaceae Sobo,GurguzuuZobo,Jamaican sorre,

roselleLeaves,flowers Diuretic,coughs,dressing wounds,beverage

415 Hibiscus surattensis MalvaceaeKinkinrinmiyin,akonimara,s

eniferan,emo,sinkin-miniWhole plant,leaves Stomachache,mystic uses

416 Hildegradia barteri Sterculiaceae Okurugbedu,Kariya Hildegradia Bark Epilepsy

417 Hilleria latifolia PhytolaccaceaeOgo, tarzan-igbo,zoro-

igbo,AkaatoBush tarzan Leaves,whole plant

Breast cancer,urethral

discharge,purgative,headache,anthelmintic,skin diseases

418 Holarrhena floribunda Apocynaceae Irena,Bakin mutumConnessi,false rubber

tree,holarrhenaBark seeds

Dysentery, diarrhea, jaundice, fever,astringent,bilious

disorder,anthelmintics

419 Hoslundia opposita LabiataeEfinrin-oso,anami-ole,suiiti-

agbeHoslundia Whole plant,leaves

Herpes,conjunctivitis,epilepsy,skin

diseases,diabetes,jaundice,abdominal

pain,antipyretic,haemostatic,antimicrobial, Malaria.

420 Hybanthus enneaspermus Violaceae Abiwere Hybanthus Whole plant Easy and painless child delivery.

421 Hygrophila auriculala AcanthaceaeMafowo kauruonu bayin

giwaaWhole plant Blennorrhoea, craw-craw, bacteriostatic, diuretic.

422 Hygrophila auriculata AcanthaceaeMafowo kauruonu bayin

giwaaWhole plant Biennorrhoea, craw-craw, bacteriostatic, diuretic.

423 Hygrophilia auriculata Acanthaceae Mafowokanmi Hygrophilia Whole plant,rootsDiuretic,skin infections,urinary

disorders,antipyretic,demulcent,stomachache

424 Hymenocardia acida Hymenocardiacae Aboopa, Orupa Hymenocardia Leaves, bark Measles, fever, jaundice, coated tongue.

425 Hymenostegia afzelii LeguminosaeArigbodigbo,arigbodigba,U

bezeHymenostegia 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.

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,exudateRheumatism,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

helmet,purple jewelweed.

Sap topical application on poison ivy rash

435 Indigofera arrecta Leguminosae Elu aja indigo Leaves, twigs. Diarrhoea, dysentery.

436 Indigofera macrophylla LeguminosaeEnise-Ana,Aniyaa

makoomiyaa.Indian-indigo Leaves

Whooping cough, bronchitis, piles, ulcers, enlargement of spleen

and liver,skin diseases.

437 Ipomoea asarifolia ConvolvulaceaeOgbo oro ayaba, ewe-

gboro,Duman kadaaMorning glory

Whole plant, leaves,

flowersHaemorrhage, urinary problem,purgative,syphilis.

438 Ipomoea batatas Convolvulaceae

Odunkun,

anamo,kunkundukun,Dank

ali,Ekomako,Jioyibo

Sweet potato Leaves,tuber.Boils, wounds, bronchial asthma,purgative,breast

swelling,diabetes,antimicrobials.

439 Ipomoea fistulosa Convulvulaceae Omo-ureuebo Bush morning glory Leaves, twigs Toothache, mouthwash.

440 Ipomoea involucrata Convolvulaceae

Ododo-odo,ododo-

oko,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-barkBronchial 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 JasmineWhole 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 AtutuRoot bark, leaves, whole

plantHypertension, dysentery, anthelmintic, tonic, fever, stomachic

449 Jatropha curcas EuphorbiaceaeBotuje,

lapalapa,Zugu,Olulu -iduPhysic 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 EuphorbiaceaeBotuje pupa,Binidi

zugu,Ake mboghoWild Cassava Stem latex

Ringworm, ascaris, anti-

tumour,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 Bankas 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,OnwaNever die, Dog’s

Liver,kalanchoeLeaves, roots,whole plant

Smallpox, convulsion, gonorrhoea, rheumatism,ear problem,

chronic cough, headache,wounds,asthma,palpitation,mental

disorder,anthelmintics.

458 Khaya ivorensis Meliaceae Oganwo,Ono,Madachi African mahogany Stem, root, barksMalaria, Jaundice,anthelmintic,emetic,emmenagogue,skin

diseases,anaemia,arthritis

459 Kigelia africana BignoniaceaePandoro,iyan,Rawuya,Utu

rubeinSausage tree

Root, stem bark, fruits,

leaves

Kidney disorders, malaria, dysentery,

rheumatism,gonorrhoea.,haemorrhage,spleen

infection,astringent,leucorrhoea,cough.

460 Klainedoxa gabonensis Irvingiaceae Kanakoro,odudu Klainedoxa Bark,seedsMeasles,yaws,skin diseases,thrush,venereal

diseases,chickenpox,toothache,stomachic

461 Kolobopetalum auriculatum Menispermaceae Whole plant Relieve pains.

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, fruitPurgative, 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, sapFever, rheumatic pains, pneumonia, emmenagogue,

tapeworms,convulsion.

467 Laggera aurita Compositae Taba-ebora, Eru-taba Whole plantMalaria, Gastro-intestinal disorder, astringent, insect-repellant,

convulsion.

468 Landolphia dulcis Apocynaceae Ibo Sweet landolphia Roots,stem Rheumatism,cough,kidney diseases

469 Landolphia owariensis ApocynaceaePanukuru,Ci'woo,nwalikali,

Oto

Vine rubber,rubber vine,

ciwo.

Fresh leaves, roots, seed,

barkMalaria fever, gonorrhoea,vermifuge

470 Lannea nigritana Anacardaceae Orita,oyinyin Wodier woodLeaves, root

bark,exudate.

Sprains, gout, dysentery, asthma, bruises.rheumatic

joint,astringent,neurotic disorders,skin diseases.

471 Lantana camara Verbenaceae Ewon - Agogo,KimbarBush lantana, shrub

verbena,lantana.Leaves Fever,antiseptic,antispasmodic,antipyretic

472 Lasiodiscus mildbraedi Rhamnaceae Ogan-funfun Stem Oral hygiene

473 Lasiosiphon kraussianus Thymeloceae Leaves, root Burns, purgative, snakebite

474 Launaea taraxacifolia CompositaeYanrin,

Yamurin,NonanbaryaWild lettuce Leaves Yaws, Fracture management.

475 Lawsonia inermis Lythraceae Lali , Laali.Lallee Hennaplant Leaves, flowers,barkSpermatorrhoea, jaundice, gonorrhoea, leucorrhoea, ulcers,

menorrhagia,astringent,skin diseases, malaria.

476 Lecaniodiscus cupanioides Sapindaceae

Akika,Okpu,Kekera

kuchi,Kaafi naamaa -

zaakii

lecaniodiscusLeaves,roots,young

shoots,seeds,stembark

Fevers,burns,liver abscess,purgative,amenorrhoea,typhoid

fever,jaundice,cough, malaria.

477 Leea guineensis LeeaceaeKojiya,aledo,alugbokita,

iya-keke-gbodoHansidhapan,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 Leaves Snake antidote

485 Leucena leucocephala LeguminosaeLead tree, wild tamarind,

jumpy beanLeaves, seeds. Antimicrobial, blood tonic.

486 Lippia multiflora VerbenaceaeEfinrin-gogoro,efinrin-

foromabaSweetleaf Whole plant Hypertension,cough,antipyretic,jaundice,sleeping sickness

487 Lobelia molleri Lobeliaceae Whole plant Antispasmodic and antileptic

488 Lonchocarpus cyanescens Leguminosae Elu,Talaki,Nji,Anunu West. African indigo Root, bark, leavesArthritic conditions, sore, mental

disorders,boils,anthelmintics,antimicrobial.

489 Lonchocarpus sericeus Leguminosae Ipapo,alakiriti,Njassi,FakiDotted lancepod,lilac

tree Roots, bark Convulsion, skin diseases,laxative

490 Lonicera caprifolum Caprifoliaceae Honey suckle Leaves and flowers Respiratory disorder, expectorant, liver disorder.

491 Lophira alata OchnaceaeEki,

Pahan,uda,Kujeme,Akufo

Ironwood ,ekki,meni oil

tree,nambanchi

Root, barks, leaves,

seedsFever, coughs, jaundice, gastrointestinal disorders.

492 Lovoa trichilioides Meliaceae Okoko-igbo, Epo-ipa. Walnut Stem bark Yellow fever, cough, stomachache,anthelmintic

493 Ludwigia suffruticosa Onagraceae Ako ewuro odo Water primrose whole plant Purgative,wounds,fevers,anthelmintics,cough

494 Luffa cylindrica CucurbitaceaeAya-oyinbo,kankan oyinbo

,kankan ayaba

Smooth loafah,vegetable

spongeRoots Purgative,tonic

495 Lycopersicon esculentum Solanaceae Tomati,Afufa,Tumaatur Tomato Leaves, fruitEar-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 EuphorbiaceaeAsasa,

awasa,agbaasa,OwariwaMacaranga 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,iya-

dudu,orokoro,Kpokokwa,K'

afar mutuwa

Indian kamila Leaves, roots, fruits.Tapeworms, ringworm, pimples,

bruises,astringent,anthelmintic,tonic,haemostatic.

502 Mammea africana Guttiferae Ologbomodu,Ekpili Mammea appleRoot bark, stem-

exudate,fruit,bark.Parasitic skin diseases, syphilis,convulsion,dysmenorrhoea..

503 Mangifera indica AnacardaceaeMangoro,Mangwaro,mang

oloMango tree 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 EuphorbiaceaeGbaguda,

Ege,Akpu,K'arazaCassava Leaves, tubers,stem bark

Gonorrhoea, purgative,ulcer,eye

drop,schistosomiasis,toothache.

505 Manniophytum fuluum Euphorbiaceae Ege, Ebumen Root, shoots Bronchitis, cough, gonorrhoea, stomacharche.

506 Mansonia altissima Sterculiaceae Ofun, Otutu Mansonia Stem bark Constipation, leprosy.,aphrodisiac

507 Mareya spicata Euphorbiaceae Uhosa Mareya Leaves,fruits, stem barkSkin diseases,cough,purgative,antipyretic,abortifacient,

tapeworms

508 Mariscus alternifolius CyperaceaeRanransa,

Ikeregun,alubosa erankoMariscus Stem-bases Gonorrhoea, healing wound

509 Markhamia tomentosa Bignoniaceae Iru aya,aya Bell bean tree LeavesElephantiasis of scrotum,fevers,oedema,rheumatic pains,thrush,

malaria.

510 Marsdenia abyssinica Ascelepiadaceae Bark Gonorrhoea

511 Marsderua latifolia AsclepiadaceaeRoot, stem bark, fruits,

leavesHeart disease digezstive disorders.

512 Massularia acuminata Rubiaceae Pako-Ijebu 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 Opepe-ira/Oro Stem, bark, roots Bathing sick child

515 Meerua crassifolia Capparidaceae Twigs Toothache, oral hygiene.

516 Melaleuca leucadendron Myrtaceae Cajuput LeavesRheumatic, gouts, eczema, inflammatory disease of the

respiratory tract and UTI colic flatulence.

517 Melanthera scadens Compositae Abo-yunyun, Agbugbo Melanthera Leaves, roots, stemsHaemostatic, inflammation, chicken pox, purgative, cough, sore-

throat.

518 Melanthra brownei Compositae Leaves Hemostatic agent, opthalmias, purgative.

519 Melia azedarach MeliaceaeEke-oyinbo, Aforo-

oyinbo,Kumar nasaaara

Persian liliac,pride of

India,chinaberryBark, kernels, leaves Anti-syphilitic, boils, skin diseases, antihelmintic

520 Melicia excelsa Meliaceae Iroko,Oji Iroko tree Root, latex, barkElephantiasis, antiseptic,

nausea,rheumatism,insomnia,abdominal pain, malaria.

521 Mentha piperata Lamiaceae Mintii Peppermint Whole plant Mouth wash,stomachache,chestpains, respiratory infections.

522 Meptunia oleracea Leguminosae Galajin ruwa Whole plant Yellow fever

523 Mesua Ferrea Guttiferae Iron wood tree Bark, flower, fruist, seedGenito-urinary infection, rheumatic pain, skin infetion, dysentery,

cough, vomitting, dysentery, tonic.

524 Mezoneuron benthamianum Leguminosae Jenifinrani, amuranju Leaves, stem twigs, roots Gonorrhoea, urethral dischage, anthelmintic.

525 Microdesmis puberula Euphorbiaceae

Ido-apata,

Esunsun,edopata,uroko-

apata,aringo,Ukperi

Microdesmis Bark, seeds, leaves Diarrhoea, dysentery, impotence,enema,wound,eye-drop.

526 Microglossa abzelii Compositae Leaves, stem Tuberculosis, respiratory disease, cough, sorethroat, arachie.

527 Microglossa pyrifolia Compositae Leaves, rootAntipyretic, yellow fever, aphrodisiac, abortifctant, tooache, base

labour.

528 Microglossa pyrifolia Compositae Asibogo Leaves, whole plantAnthelmintic, Aphrodistac, yellow fever, colds, filariasis,

toothache, abortifacient.

529 Mikania cordata Compositae Iyawa,ejon Climbing hemp-weed Leaves, sap,whole plant

Cough, bronchitis, anthelmintics, lumbago, rheumatic

pains,urethritis,diuretic, malaria, conjunctivitis, schistosomiasis,

jaundice, small-pox.

530 Milletia zechiera Legumonsae Nousu ufo Leaves, stem bark Upper respiratory tact diseases, sorethroat, pains.

531 Millettia thonningii LeguminosaeIto,Tuburku,Ajukwu

okeokpaMilletia Roots, bark Fever, cough, respiratory ailment,anthelmintic,ophthalmia

532 Mimosa pigra Mimosaceae Ewon agogo,Gumbi Catclaw Mimosa Leaves, seeds Febrile convulsion

533 Mimosa pudica Mimosaceae Patanmo,aluroSensitive plant,shame

plantLeaves Guinea worms piles, kidney disease,fistula,boils

534 Mimusops kummel Sapotaceae Emido,Uku Bullet wood Stem bark, seeds Antipyretic,astringent, mouth wash,stomachic

535 Mirabilis jalapa NyctaginaceaeTanaposo,aje

onisu,Giyeya,Uburu mili

Four 0' clock

plant,marvel of peruRoots,leaves Wounds,purgative

536 Mitracarpus scaber RubiaceaeIrawo ile,irawo ale,googa

maasoMitracarpus,button grass Whole plant Fungal diseases,wounds,ulcers

537 Mitragyna inermis Rubiaceae Okobo,Giyeya African Linden Bark Dysentery, leprosy,antipyretic,diuretic,gonorrhoea.

538 Mitragyna stipulosa RubiaceaeAbura, Ewe-

Obi,Uburu,GayensoriMitragyna,African linden Leaves, stem, roots

Fever, cough, dysentery, pregnancy diseases,colic,skin

diseases,anthelmintics

539 Mollugo nudicaulis Molluginaceae Kujekuje,Ankwai narbaChick weed(daisy-

leaved)Whole plant Whooping cough,vermifuge

540 Mollugo oppositifolius Molluginaceae Sawewe Whole plant Antimicrobial,caries,stomachic,headache

541 Momordica angustisepala Cucurbitaceae Ejirin-nla Stem Antimicrobial.

542 Momordica charantia CucurbitaceaeEjinrinwere,Alo-ose,

Kakayi

African Cucumber, bitter

gourd,balsam pear

Whole plant, seeds, fruit

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-osiLarge-leaved African

bitter cucumberLeaves, fruit Diabetes, stomach-ache,laxative,anthelmintic

544 Mondia whitei PeriplocaceaeIsirigun, Gbolo-gbolo,

AghumaMondi Root, leaves, whole plant. Pile, malaria, rubefacient.

545 Monodora brevipes Annonaceae Ako-lakose Fruit, roots, stem Venereal diseases, purgative, urethral stricture.

546 Monodora myristica Annonaceae Abo-lakoshe,Ariwo,Ehuru Calabash nutmeg SeedsConstipation, lice, guinea worm,

headache,anaemia,impotence,wounds,arthritis.

547 Monodora tenuifolia Anacardiaceae Ehina-wo sinin ruits, leaves, rootAntihaemorrhage, dysentery, Parasitic skin diseases,

toothache.

548 Monsonia senegalensis Geraniaceae Oil Emmenagogue

549 Morelia senegalensis RubiaceaeDandojee,Akule,Inuwar

baunaMorelia Stem Fever, general debility,fish poison.

550 Morinda lucida RubiaceaeOruwo, eruwo,Eze ogu

,NjisiBrimstone-tree

Leaves, stem bark, root

bark

Malaria, diabetes, heart

diseases,purgative,emetic,diuretic,jaundice,flatulence, Anti-

cancer.

551 Morinda morindioides Rubiaceae Oju-Ologbo Morinda Root, bark, leaves, fruitFever, jaundice, asthma,

dysentery,colic,emmenagogue,vermifuge,constipation

552 Moringa oleifera Moringaceae

Ewe-ile, Ewe-

igbale,zogale,Okweoyeibe,

Bagaaruwar makka

Horse radish tree,

Moringa tree, “Never

die” ,drumstick tree

Leaves, roots, stem bark,

fruit

Inflammatory diseases, asthma,antipyretic, cough, earache, liver

and pancreas diseases, venereal

diseases,emetic,anthelmintic,hysteria,diarrhoea,diuretic,catarrhal

diseases.

553 Morus mesozygia MoraceaeAgbagba,uraye, ewe-

aye,aye, aremoMorus,aiye Leaves Mystic properties,for bathing newborns,sedative.

554 Mostuea Thomsoni Loganlaceae Roots Aphrodislac, Use for controlling high blood pressure.

555 Mucuna pruriens LeguminosaeWerepe,

Esisi,Abbala,Kakara

Cow-hage,cow-itch

plant,velvet beanHairs on the pods Intestinal worms,genito-urinary diseases.

556 Mucuna sloanei LeguminosaeEwe-ina,werepe, yerepe

esinsin,Kakara,oseseStinging Bean Seeds,roots

Haemorrhoids, diuretics,micturition problems in children,skin

diseases.

557 Mukia maderaspatana Cucurbitaceae Ina-oka, Oki-oka, Igbokita. MukiaShoot,

leaves,roots,exudate.

Cough,flatulence,aperient, amoebiasis, wound-dressing,

toothache,mental disorders, neuralgia.

558 Mundulea Sericera Leguminosae Root Antiparasitic

559 Murraya Koenigii Rultaceae Ebafo Curry leaf tree Leaves, Bark, Root Dysentery, Fever, diarrhoea, herpes pains, stimulant.

560 Musa paradisiaca Musaceae

Ogede

agbagba,Ayaba,Ojioko,Og

adejoioke

Plaintain Leaves, roots, fruits

Diarrhoea, dysentery, epilepsy, wounds, goiter,

gonorrhoea,anaemia, venereal

diseases,haemostatic,diabetes,anthelmintics,abortifacient,oligos

permia, malaria.

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 treeRoots, exudate,

leaves,barkTapeworms, dysentery, fevers,anthelmintic,cough

563 Mussaenda elegans RubiaceaeAdo,odo-omode,pani

ebi,EzebwoMussaenda Bark Astringent

564 Myriantus arboreus MoraceaeObisere,ewe-

ade,ibishere,UjujuMyriantus Bark Dysentery,anthelmintics,cough,antitumour

565 Napoleona imperialis Lecythidaceae

Irosun-igbo,

Irosun,Akbodo,Mabungi,N

nekeloche

Napoleona Twigs Asthma, cough,toothache

566 Napoleona vogelii Lecythidaceae Ito, Gbogbori,Akbodo NapoleonaLeaves, bark, seeds,

twigs, fruit, rootDiabetes, fever, cough, catarrh.

567 Nauclea diderrichii Rubiaceae Opepe,Uburu,TafashiyaOpepe,African peach

treeRoot, stem bark, fruit

Gonorrhoea, antimalaria, appetizer, piles,dyspepsia, rheumatism,

dysentery,febrifuge

568 Nauclea latifolia Rubiaceae

Egbesi, Gberesi,Tafashiya

rkura -

ukora,Igiyaa,Nwaohuakon

shi

Nauclea,African peachInner 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 Fern Whole plant, root Pregnancy booster,dysmenorrhoea toothache.

572 Nerium oleander Apocynaceae Adodo Oleander Leaves,whole plant,rootsDysentery,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, ear-

ache.

575 Nicotiana tabacum Solanaceae Ewe taba,Otaba,taba Tobacco Leaves Ringworm, cold, convulsions, ulcers, nausea,anthelmintic.

576 Nymphaea lotus NymphaeceaeOsibata,Bado,Mkpokpome

reWater lily Whole plant

Vomiting,astringent,antiseptic,demulcent,sedative,rheumatic

pains, Anti-tumour.

577 Ocimum basilicum LabiataeEfinrin-

wewe,daidoya,NchanwuSweet 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,efinrin-

aja,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 OlacaceaeIfon,masepe,Igbulu,Gwano

rafi,Gwaanon raafiiOlax,stink ant forest

Roots, leaves, stem, bark,

twigs

Yellow fever, jaundice, guinea worm, venereal diseases,mental

disorders,toothache.

580 Oldelandia corymbosa Rubiaceae Oyigi,Raatsa-hanji Oldelandia Whole plantAntipyretic, ease labour, nervous disorders,haemostatic,

venereal disorders, antidote to snake venom

581 Olyra latifolia Poaceae Iye-etu,Ami Olyra Seeds,roots,leavesAnthelmintics,scabies,filariasis,cough,chest pain,enhances

fertility

582 Oncoba spinosa FlacourtiaceaeGbonsere, Panisa,

Ponsere,Kookoocikoo

Snuff-box tree,fried-egg

treeRoots, leaves Cough, cold, sore throat, wounds

583 Opilia celtidifolia OpiliaceaeKoyin-solorun,Inuwar

gadaaOpilia 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 OxalidaceaeJeenu benu,

Patanmo,Oneko,TsukuYellow oxalis,wood sorrel Leaves Fever, dysentery,warts, boils.

587 Oxyanthus tubiflorus Rubiaceae Osodun,Ezelugbogan Afroloquat Whole plant 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 CommelinaceaeJagborokun,rogbo-

aguntan,Atolo,Ikpere aturuPalisota Roots,leaves,stem-twigs. Anaemia, dysentery,cough,toothache,gonorrhoea.

591 Pallaea schweinfurthii Adeantaceae Cliff-brake fem Rhizome Sore gums, mouth cankery.

592 Pancratium trianthum LiliaceaeAlubosa-Oloko,Hatsin

manoomaaPancratium 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

594 Parinari macrophylla Rosaceae Gwasa,putu,RuraNeou oil tree,ginger

bread plumKernels,fruits

Malaria,skin

infections,anthelmintic,antibacterial,cough,purgative,cardiac

tonic,eye diseases,astringent.

595 Parkia biglobosa LeguminosaeIgba, Igi-iru

Dadawa,Ogirili,Dorowa

West African locust

bean, Dadawa tree

Leaves, bark, seeds, fruit

pulp

Tonic, wounds, malaria, diabetes,high blood pressure,mental

disorders,astringent,intestinal disorders,obesity,anti-tumour.

596 Paropsia guineansis Passsfloraceae Akapue, koropo Roots Toothache

597 Parquetina nigrescens Periplocaceae Ogbo African parquetina Leaves,latex,bark,rootsGonorrhea,skin diseases,menstrual disorders,cardiac

tonic,dysentery, Blood tonic.

598 Passiflora foetida Passifloraceae Nine-nine,Ahe enyi Stinking passion flower Roots,leaves,fruits Hypertension,cough,emmenagogue,antispasmodic,sedative.

599 Paullinia pinnata Sapindaceae

Kakansenla, Obi-

Omode,Isu-omode,Itakun-

okere,Ogberi-

akuko,Yatsabiyar

Hippo cola, five

fingers,water colaLeaves, seeds, roots

Sore throat, leprosy, jaundice, menstrual disorder, sore throat,

black tongue,ophthalmia,dysentery,haemostatic

agent,astringent.aphrodisiac, malaria.

600 Paulowilhelnua polyspernia Acantuaceae Leaves Guineaworm

601 Pedalium murex Pedialiaceae Whole plant, fruitsGonorrhoea, diuretic, demulcant, spermatorrhoea, dysurin,

enlarged spleen.

602 Penianthus zenicem Menispermaceae Twigs, root Aphrodisias, wounds, oral hygiene.

603 Pennisetum purpureum PoaceaeEsu-funfun,eesu,esusun-

funfun,Achara,DawarkadaElephant grass Whole plant Gastro-intestinal disorders,diuretic,mumps

604 Pentaclethra macrophylla Leguminosae Apapa, Pala,pakala,Ugba Africa Oil bean tree Leaves, bark, rootFever, stomachache, appetizer, general

weakness,anthelmintics,sore,jaundice.

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 PergulariaLeaf, twigs, root bark,

stem

Rheumatism, intestinal worms, piles, catarrhal diseases,craw-

craw,coughs,emmenagogue,smallpox,mental disorder,skin

diseases,diarrhoea, eye infection.

608 Pericopsis laxiflora Leguminosae Ayan, sedu, egbin,Bafini Pericopsis Bark Oedema,antitumour.

609 Persea americana LauraceaePia, apoka,Ubebekee,Ube

oyinboAvocado pear 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.

616 Phoenix dactylifera Palmae Okun, Ekikun,Kijinjiri Date palm Fruits, sap,leavesGenito-urinary disorders, cough, asthma, fever,

gonorrrhoea,demulcent

617 Phyllanthus amarus EuphorbiaceaeEyin-olobe,ehinbinisowo,

yoloba,Geron-tsuntsayePhyllanthus,amarus plant Whole plant

Gonorrhoea, genito-urinary diseases,asthma,diabetes,typhoid

fever, jaundice, stomach-ache, dysentery,ringworm,

hypertension.

618 Phyllanthus muellerianus Euphorbiaceae

Arunjeran, Asasa,egungun-

eja,eegun-

eja,Kumcii,Egueza

Myrobalan Whole plantJaundice, skin diseases,antimicrobials, stomach problems, fever,

cough,insomnia,dysentery.

619 Physalis angulata SolanaceaeKoropo,

papo,Putu,MatsarmanaGround angular cherry Whole plant Fever, asthma, diarrhoea, throat swelling,infertility, malaria.

620 Physostigma venosum Leguminosae Isho,EsgeremChopnut, Calabar bean,

ordeal beanSeeds

Glaucoma, antidote to atropine and strychnine poison,

contraction of pupils,jiggers,poison.

621 Phytolacca dodecandra Phytolaccaceae Dere, Osun-erin.

Elephant

tree,allspice,pokeberry,g

arget,scoke

Young leaves,twig Bilharzia,purgative,emetic,vermifuge

622 Picralima nitida Apocynaceae Erin, eso abere,Osu igwe Picralima Root, seeds,barkFever, dysmenorrhoea, hypertension, herpes,

diabetes,anthelmintics, malaria.

623 Piliostigma reticulatum Leguminosae Abafe,Kargoo Piliostigma, kargoLeaves, pods, stem twigs,

roots

Fever, ulcer, rheumatism, cough, tooth-

ache,hookworms,diuretic,diabetes

624 Piper guineense PiperaceaeIyere, Ata-

iyere,Ozeza,MasoorooClimbing black pepper Fruits, leaves,seeds

Herbal recipe ingredient, rheumatism,antipyretic, anti-emetic,

stomachache, mental

illness,anthelmintic,carminative,impotence,antimicrobials,hyperten

sion

625 Piper nigrum PiperaceaeBlack pepper White

peperFruit

Diuretic, carminative, aromatic, diaphoretic, piles, diarrhoea,

boils, Rheumatic, pains, toothache, emmenagogue antiperiodic.

626 Piper umbellatum Piperaceae Ewe efon, iwere Wild pepper leaves, root, fruitsRheumatism, inflammatory tumours,

carmative,diuretic,emmenagogue,pile,urinary disorders

627 Piptadeniastrum africanum Leguminosae Agbonyin,Ufi,Kiriya kurmi Dahoma Stem twigs,leavesPurgative,headache,toothache,enema,cardiac tonic,irregular

menstruation,coated tongue.

628 Pisoria aculeata Neyctaginaceae Leaf,stem twigs Venereal diseases, rheumatic, pains.