Ethnobotanical uses of plants in Nigeria: an analysis of current research trends and patterns.

ABSTRACT: The ethnobotanical landscape in Nigeria reflects a complex interplay of biodiversity, cultural traditions, and health practices deeply rooted in indigenous knowledge. However, the fragmented body of knowledge in the existing limited inventory poses a threat to the loss of these plants and the associated indigenous knowledge. This review examined the historical and cultural uses of plants, as well as their long-term utilisation patterns. Using a systematic search, the Web of Science, Scopus, and Dimensions were explored to gather ethnobotanical literature on utilisation of plants in Nigeria from 1964 to 2024. In addition, bibliometric tools were applied to establish the research trends and patterns. From the 79 eligible studies, we collated 963 plants across 144 families (dominated by Fabac

SUBMITTER: Rafiu BO 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12369106 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature