1 MEDICINAL PLANTS234 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, seeds

2 Abrus precatorius Leguminosae Root, leaves,seeds

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

4 Acacia ataxacantha Mimosaceae 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 Acacia Anti-cancer,antipyretic,astringent,kidney disease,taeniacide

8 Acalypha fimbriata Euphorbiaceae Jinwinini,kandiri Acalypha Leaves

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

10 Acalypha hispida Euphorbiaceae Jiwene, Jinwinini Leaves, twigs Skin rashes, antimicrobial

Fevers, gonorrhoea, dysentery, catarrhal infections,emollient,antispasmodic, tonic.

Oju-ologbo,omisinminsin,mesenmesen,iwere-jeje,Olorun yin-ni,otoberebere,idonzakara

Crab’s eye,rosary pea,love nut,jequirity

Colds,cough, convulsion, rheumatism, conjunctivitis,contraceptive,antimicrobials,aphrodisiac,ulcer,anaemia,antidote poison

Ihun,ewon-adele,sarkakiyaa,uke.

Bark,stem-twigs,roots,leaves,latex

Syphilis, asthma,,anthelmintics, ulcers,rheumatism, antimicrobial & antifungal

Cat's tail,chenille plant,medusa's locks

11 Acalypha wilkesiana Euphorbiaceae Jiwene, Jinwinini Leaves,twigs Skin rashes,antimicrobials,flatulence,constipation

12 Acanthospermum hispidum Compositae Starburr Leaves,whole plant

13 Acanthus montanus Acanthacease Stem-twig, leaves,roots

14 Achillea millefolium Compositae Yaro Flowers,leaves,seeds Haemostatic,wound,astringent,diaphoretic,piles

15 Achyranthes aspera Amaranthaceae Rough-Chaff herb Leaves,roots

16 Adansonia digitata Bombacaceae Baobab Leaves,fruit pulp,bark

17 Adenia cissampeloides Passifloraceae Arokeke, Godogbo Adenia Leaves, Stem-bark

18 Adenia venenata Passifloraceae Dodo, Yaga, Arokeke,oti, Akerbia

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

Copper leaf, beef steak plant

Dangunro-gogoro ,kaashinyaawo

Yellow Fever ,tuberculosis,stomach disorder,cough,purgative,rheumatism,migraine

Ahon-ekun,irunmu-arugbo,inyinyiogwu,ogwudurunwashihshi

Bear's breech,white's ginger,leopard's tongue

Syphilis, cough, emetic, urethral discharge, purgative,boils,anaemia,anthelmintics

Yarrow,nose-bleed,sneeze-wort,millefoil

Aboro,Abora hakoorin-maciijii

Stomach disorders, Abortion, diarrhoea, dysentery, skin diseases,Malaria, venereal diseases, haemostatic, cold

Ose,Igi-ose,kukaa,kulambali

Malaria, asthma,diarrhoea, kidney and bladder diseases, demulcent, prophylactic,antihistaminic,skin diseases,caries,antimicrobial.

Hypertension, nervous disorder, stress, cough, gonorrhoea, antimicrobial.

Leaves, roots, stem-bark, fruits

Cough, bronchitis,urinary tract infections, fever,stem-pulp is an aphrodisiac, syphilis, gonorrhoea,anagelsic,diuretic,hypertension,fish poison

21 Aerva lanata Amaranthaceae Bhadram,cherula Whole plant

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 Zingiberaceae Leaves,seeds

25 Aframomum sceptrum Zingiberaceae Oburo-etu,oboro,oguro Bear berry Seeds,leaves Measles,smallpox,lumbago,stimulant.

26 Afrormosia laxiflora Leguminosae Kulkuli Root

27 Afzelia africana Leguminosae Apa,pod mahogany

28 Agelaea obliqua Connaraceae Esura, Okun Horse tamarind Leaves Childbirth (Relaxation of Muscles)

29 Agelenopsis chevaleri Olacaceae Igo Agelenopsis,igo Bark, roots, seeds, leaves

30 Ageratum conyzoides Compositae Goat weed Whole plant, leaves, root

Eweowo, aje, Efun-ile,Alhaji,Furfurata,fatumi

Ulcers, wounds, snake bite, diuretic, purgative, anthelmintic,sore throat,kidney and bladder stones

Ata-ire,atare,itaye,ose oji,citta,gyandamaryaji

Alligator pepper,grains of paradise

Stimulant, smallpox, chicken pox, stimulant,anthelmintics,wounds,coughs,anaemia,rheumatism,measles,malaria,toothache

Shedun,makarfo,abua ocha

Intoxicant, headache, body pains,headache,ophthalmia,anticonvulsant,rat ovulation blocked through effect on pituitary gland

Apa-Igbo, Apa,kawo,akpalata

Root,leaves,stem-bark,seeds.

Gonorrhoea, stomach disorders,hernia,lumbago,febrifuge,antiemetic

Conjunctivitis, ring-worm, impotence, purgative, craw-craw, tooth ache, mumps.

Imi-esu, ula ujula,urata,ahenhen

Wounds, ulcers, craw-craw, digestive disturbance, diarrhoea,emetic,skin diseases,antipyretic,gonorrhoea,sleeping sickness,eye wash

31 Alafia barteri Apocynaceae Agbari etu Roots,leaves. Sickle cell anaemia,rheumatic pains,toothache,eye infections

32 Albizia adianthifolia Leguminosae 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 Astringent, mouthwash, river-blindness, gonorrhoea

35 Albizia zygia Leguminosae Ayinre-weere,kurmii Okuro,atanza,siris Bark Arthritis,sprain

36 Alchornea cordifolia Euphorbiaceae Christmas bush Leaves, stem,bark,twig

37 Alchornea laxiflora Euphorbiaceae Pepe, Ijan Stem,roots,leaves

38 Allamanda cathartica Apocynaceae Ododo-alamanda Roots Antimicrobials,malaria,dysentery,cathartic.

39 Allanblackia floribunda Guttiferae Fallow tree Malaria, dysentery, toothache, chicken pox small pox, measles

40 Allium ascalonicum Liliaceae Shallot,spring onion Leaves, bulb Convulsion,dysentery.

Alafia chewing stick, guinea-fowl's crest

Banabana Ayinreta,igbabo,afema,avu,tsintsiyar,kurmii

Seeds, Leaves, Stem-bark

Ipa, esinsin, eepa,bambami,ububo

Fever, rheumatism,antimicrobials ,diuretic,purgative,toothache,cough,sore,gonorrhoea,insomnia

Three-veined bead string

Chewing sticks, venereal diseases,emmenagogue,ring worm,antioxidant,(leaves traditional wraps for cola nuts).

Yellow allamanda,angel's trumpet,butter-cup,golden trumpet

Orogbo erin,egba,nkpukpotiri

Root, leaves, stem-bark, fruit

Alubosa-elewe,albasa maigo

41 Allium cepa Liliaceae Onion Bulb,leaves

42 Allium sativum Liliaceae Ayo, ayuu Garlic Bulb

43 Allophylus africanus Sapindaceae African false currant Leaves, roots, bark

44 Aloe barteri Liliaceae Aloe Leaves

45 Aloe vera Liliaceae Ahon erin Barbados Aloe Leaves juice

46 Alstonia boonei Apocynaceae Awun, ahun,eghu,akpi Stool wood,pattern wood Root, bark, leaves

47 Alstonia congensis Apocynaceae Ahun,egbu Stool wood Bark Malaria, astringent, toothache.

48 Alternanthera repens Amaranthaceae Dagunro Joyweed Whole plant

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

Alubosa,albasa,yabase,albasa gudaji

Cough,diuretic,anthelmintics,skin diseases,weak erection,anti-tumour,rubefacient, throat infection.

Fever, coughs, asthma, dilated bronchi.,flatulence,anthelmintic,ringworm,antibiotic,diuretic,emmenagogue,antimicrobials,blood tonic, Malaria.

Eekan-ehoro,alarto, odu-oko,

Diarrhoea, pile, toothache,anthelmintics,venereal diseases,cough

Eti erin, ida-egun,ida-orisa,moda.

Ringworm,anthelmintics,aphrodisiac,amenorrhoea,cough,skin infections,astringent,antitumour,pile,fruits for preventing snake bite,

Purgative,guineaworms,hair care,skin diseases,wound,diabetes,amenorrhoea,breast cancer,immune booster

Breast development, filaria worms,anthelmintics, antidote, malaria fever, yellow fever,anti-periodic

Dysentery, antimicrobials,dysmenorrhea,filariasis,fracture,joint pains

51 Amaranthus spinosus Amaranthaceae Prickly amaranthus Whole plant

52 Amaranthus viridis Amaranthaceae Leaves,roots

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

54 Ambrosia maritima Compositae Tutu bidi Leaves Fever, inflammation

55 Amorphophallus dracantioides Anacardiaceae Gwazar glwa, gaadali Tubers Asthma, piles, snakebite remedy, arrow poison

56 Anacardium occidentale Anacardaceae Cashew nut tree Bark, leaf, fruit

57 Ananas comosus Bromeliaceae Pineapple Unripe fruit, juice,ripe fruit Digestive problems,typhoid fever,cough,anthelmintics

58 Anchomanes difformis Araceae Anchomanes Roots Diuretics,purgative,gonorrhoea

59 Andira inermis Araceae Gwaska Bark ,seeds Skin diseases,anthelmintics

60 Aneilema hockii Commelinaceae Godobo-funfun Root Aphrodislac, female infertility.

Tete-elegun-un, Dagunro,manijingasaya, inine ogwu

Abdominal pain, ulcers, gonorrhoea.,astringent,menorrhagia,diarrhoea,dysentery,eczema

Tete-abalaye,tete-kekere,atite,malan kotshi

Green amaranth,slender amaranth

Anthelmintics,dysentery,antispasmodic,diuretic,gonorrhoea,eye disease.

Kasu,kanju,akwe olu,okpokpo

Malaria, elephantiasis, leprosy, ringworms,scurvy,diabetes,warts,anthelmintics,typhoid fever,caries.

Ope-Oyinbo,ekunkun,ehin-ahun,abarba,nkwe aba

Abirisoko,langbodo,ogirisako,hantsar gada, oje

Dog almond,bastard mahogany

61 Annona muricata Annonaceae Sharp-sharp Sour sop Leaves,fruit, Fever,dysentery

62 Annona senegalensis Annonaceae Root, bark, leaves, seeds

63 Annona squamosa Annonaceae Sharp-sharp,mbugo ago 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,leaves

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 Moraceae Stem-bark, root bark,sap Epilepsy,lumbago,skin irritant,purgative,nervous disorders

Abo, Ibobo,gwandar daji,uburu ocha

African custard apple,Gwanda-daji

Cancer, dysentery, cough,venereal diseases,toothache,astringent,anthelmintic,ease labour,eye drops, tumour out growth,anti-bee sting.

Sweet sop,pineapple tree

Skin diseases – rashes and eczema, diabetes,antipyretic,purgative,abdominal pain,impotence

Ooro, Oriro, Ayo, farin loko,ojianwu,ajagha -dibia

False iroko,oroo,upas tree,black mulberry,bonobo

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 plant

75 Arachis hypogea Leguminosae Epa Ground nut,pea nut Nuts Oil as solvent ,antimicrobials,insomnia

76 Areca catechu Palmae Betel nut Nut

77 Argemone mexicana Papaveraceae

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 dutsee Leaves,roots, whole plant.

Aphrodisiac,emmenagogue,anthelmintics,carminative,antispasmodic,stimulant,diuretic,cough

Urinary tract infection, aphrodisiac, anthelmintic, astingent, carminative.

Ekan-Ekun, Egun-arugbo,kwarkoro

Mexican poppy,prickly poppy

Whole plant, latex, roots, seeds

Jaundice, gonorrhoea, skin diseases,diuretics,blennorhoea,tapeworms,abscesses

Dutchman's pipe, Snake work

Guineaworm, skin diseases,typhoid, sores, antidote to snake poison,emmenagogue,anthelmintics

81 Artemisia afra Compositae Tagargale Whole plant leaves Fevers, vermifuge

82 Artocarpus altilis Moraceae Breadfruit Roots,fruits,wood Fevers,astringent,sedative

83 Asclepias curassavica Asclepiadaceae Rizgar-kurege Roots Gastro-intestinal disorders,emetic

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

85 Aspilia africana Compositae Haemorrhage plant Leaves, flowers

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

87 Asystasia gangetica Acanthaceae Lobiiri,inana,Ntiaturu Whole plant

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.

Bere fruit, Berefurutu, Jaloke.

Milk weed,wild ipecauanha,bloodflower,bastard ipecac

Yunyun,uranjilalu,kalankuwa

Haemostatic,cleaning sores, corneal opacities, stomach disorders,tuberculosis,nervous disorders,guinea-worm,gonorrhoea,skin rash.

Senegal tea tree,orange hawkweed,chinese violet

Antidote for snake bite,astringent,antipruritic,piles,urethral discharge,analgesic properties,antifungal,urological disorders

91 Azadirachta indica Meliaceae Eke-oyibo, Dongo-yaro Neem tree Leaves, stem bark, seeds

92 Bacopo monnifera Scrophulariaceae Thyme leaves Whole plant Cough, catarrh, bronchitis, diarrhoea.

93 Balanites aegyptiaca Zygophyllaceae Budare, aduuwa Roots, fruits,seeds,bark. Anthelmintics, skin diseases,antipyretic,emetic

94 Bambusa vulgaris Poaceae Oparun,Atosi Bamboo Leaves,young shoots

95 Bandeiraea simplicifolia Leguminosae Kporekpo Leaves, bark Urinary disorder, cancerous growth.

96 Baphia nitida Papilionaceae Irosun,Majigi,Ufie,Aboshi Cam wood Leaves, bark, roots,twigs

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.

Malaria, jaundice,syphilis,anthelmintics, skin disease,eczema,ringworm,emetic,laxative,sore throat

Zachun oil tree,Desert date

Gonorrhoea,abortifacient,a,nthelmintics,emmenagogue,skin rashes of HIV/AIDS

Constipation, skin diseases, venereal diseases,ringworm,enema,flatulence,smallpox

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

102 Berlinia grandiflora Caesalpiniaceae Bark Ease labour, gastro-intestinal disorders

103 Bidens pilosa Compositae

104 Bixa orellana Bixaceae Osun-buke,ulla,Ufie 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 Akee apple Leaves, bark, fruit

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-taba Leaves, roots,whole plant Pains,jaundice,malaria,anthelmintics,ulcer,dysentery

110 Boerhaavia diffusa Nyctaginaceae Hogweed Whole herb

Apado,abaa,Dokar rafi,Ububa

Abere-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

Bixa,arnatto dye plant,ornatus,arnatoo,lipstick plant.

Isin,Okpu ulla,Gwanja kusa

Malaria, migraine, dysentery,ease labour,hypoglycaemic agent,(note that coat is poisonous).

Ikulu,isajeje,ngai camphos

Etiponla, Olowojeja,Baabaa juji,Akandom,Azeigwa

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

112 Borassus aethiopum Palmae 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 Rubiaceae African borreria Leaves, roots

115 Boscia senegalensis Capparidaceae Anza Leaves, fruit, root

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 Euphorbiaceae Ira Leaves, bark,roots,fruits

Eso, Olokododo,ponpola,Gurjiya,akpe,Ape otokoro

Agbon-olodu, agbon-onidu,uburu,ubiri.

Irawo ile,Uniedi,Damfark' ami

Gonorrohea, skin diseases,dysentery,antibilharzia,abortifacient,diuretics,anti-leprosy

Malaria, jaundice, wound, stomachache, aphrodisiac, venereal diseases, diabetes.

Ira, ira odan, ira eju,Kirni,Ola,okukuu.

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 Leaves

124 Brucea antidysenterica Simaroubaceae Root bark Cancer, dysentery

125 Brunfelsia uniflora Solanaceae Roots Aphorodisiacs

126 Bryophyllum pinnatum Crassulaceae Eru-odundun,abomoda Leaves,roots,,leaf sap

127 Bryoria africana Cucurbitaceae Roots Purgative

128 Brysocarpus coccineus Connaraceae Crimson thyme Root, leaves

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

130 Burkea africana Caesalpiniaceae Apasa, orusi Burkea,wild seriga Bark, twigs Septic sores, headache,astringent

Yaws,diarrhoea,ease labour,dysmenorrhoea,chest pain,convulsion

Resurrection plant,life plant

Cough,diarrhoea,dysentery,wounds,fever,sedatives,diuretic,abscesses,antifungal,epilepsy, antimicrobial, anticancer.

Amuje wewe, ade,Kimbar maharbe,Oka abole,Mgba apepea

Jaundice, pile, gonorrhoea,venereal disease,impotence,anti-tumour,ulcer

Antimicrobials, respiratory disorders,dysmenorrhoea, ulcer,fibroid,chest pains,anthelminthics

131 Bursoma abyssinica Melianthaceae Stem-bark Anthelmintic, cathartic.

132 Butea frondosa Papilionaceae Flame of the forest

133 Butyrospermum paradoxum Sapotaceae Seeds

134 Caesalpinia bonduc Leguminosae Ayoo Roots,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, seeds

138 Caladium bicolor Araceae Eje-Jesu Leaves,rhizome. Topical application for boils,wound,ulcer,purgative,convulsion

139 Calapogonium mucunoides Leguminosae Apalofa,Agbiri Crab grass Leaves Diarrhoea, skin infection.

140 Calendula officinalis Compositae Ododo-Maria Marigold Leaves,roots Ulcer,astringent

Leaves, Bark, Flowers, seeds

Aphorodisiac, astringent, diuretic diabetes, leucorrhoea, antiseptic anthelmintic, cough, cold.

Emi-emi, emi,Osisi,Ka'danya

Shea butter tree,Vitellaria paradoxa,Kadanya.

Nasal decongestion and cattarhal condition,anthelmintic,hypertension,diuretic.

Bonduc nut,physic nut, yellow nicker

Smallpox,chickenpox,diuretic,laxative,haemostatic,astringent,measles,mouth wash.

Christ plant,heart of Jesus

141 Calliandra haematocephala Leguminosae Tude,ule Calliandra Leaves Antimicrobials

142 Calliandra portoricensis Leguminosae Tude,ule,Oga,Mbuceioro Corpse awakener Leaves,twigs,roots

143 Caloncoba echinata Flacourtiaceae Ntuebi Caloncoba,Gorli Skin infections

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

145 Calophyllum inophyllum Guttiferae Leaves, bark, oil Eye infection, migraine, astringent, ulcers, gonorrhoea.

146 Calotropis procera Asclepiadaceae Bomubomu,Tumfatiya Leaves, root, bark,latex.

147 Canarium schweinfurthii Burseraceae Bark Black tongue, round worm, gonorrhoea,stomach disorders

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

149 Canna indica Cannaceae Indian shot Leaves Asthma, Malaria

150 Cannabis sativa Cannabinaceae Igbo Indian Hemp

Fevers,convulsions,breast engogement,stomach disorders,purgative,amenorrhoea,headache,lumbago

Bark,roots,seeds,stem exudate

Alexandrian laurel, Dillo oil tree

Giant milk weed,sodom apple

Diarrhoea, dysentery, elephantiasis, leprosy,chronic eczema,ringworm,cough,diaphoretic,emetic,asthma,abortifacient,convulsion,antipyretic.

Origbo, Paapo,agbabubu,atile, Mbiji

African elemi,aiele,bush candle tree

Idodo,ido,Gwangwama,Aberekanwo

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 Bell pepper Fruits,seeds Carminative,stimulant,Vitamin C

155 Capsicum frutescens Solanaceae Chili pepper,bird pepper Fruits,seeds

156 Carapa procera Meliaceae Monkey cola,crabwood Bark, seeds, leaves Purgative, ringworms, boils,rheumatic pains,antipyretic

157 Cardiospermum halicacabum . Sapindaceae Leaves, root

158 Carica papaya Caricaceae Ibepe,Ojo,gwanda Paw paw Leaves, seeds, fruits

159 Carissa edulis Apocynaeae Bagozaki Roots, fruits Expectorant, abortifacient, venereal diseases

160 Carpha procera Cyperaceae Bark Febrifuge, anthelmintic, appetizer, antiperiodic, purgative.

Ata rodo,sombo,tatase,Ose oyinbo

Ata wewe,ata-eiye,Ose mkpe,Taashi

Fevers, dysentery,stimulant,carminative, malaria, ingredient of some herbal recipes.

Irere, Agogo,abo-oganwo,Nkwo

Shaworo, erapoo,Mpikpo,Fadama,Garafunin

Baloon vine, heart seed,balsam apple

Skin eruption, piles, rheumatism, syphilitic sores,gonorrhea,ameorrhoea,emetic,nervous disorders

Gonorrhoea, syphilis,amoebic dysentery,roundworms,abortifacient,emmenagogue,diabetes,medicinal recipes,papain enzyme as meat tenderizer,convulsion,mental disorder, malaria.

Agogo-igun, Apari-Igun,ogberi-akuko

161 Carpodinus dulcis Apocynacee Whole plant Galactagogure

162 Carpolobia lutea Polygalaceae Cattlestick Leaves, bark Rheumatism,aphrodisiac,toothache

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

164 Cassytha filiformis Lauraceae Devil's gut,parasitic vine Stem twigs Anthelmintics, antimicrobials, antifungal

165 Casuarina equisetifolia Casuarinaceae Leaves Antipyretic,salt tolerant tree

166 Catharanthus roseus Apocynaceae Apabida pupa Rose perinwinkle Leaves,whole plant

167 Ceiba pentandra Bombacaceae

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 root

Osunsun,Uziza,Aghba -awa

Omoniginigini,omonigele-gele,sulunwahi.

Australian pine,horse-tail tree

Diabetes, hypertension, antileukaemic properties, antitumour,dysentery,menorrhagia

Araba,egungun,Rimii,Akpu

White silk cotton tree,kapok,fuma

Flowers, leaves, bark,exudate.

Diabetes, fever, gonorrhoea,emollient,syphilis,emetic,astringent,demulcent,asthma,diabetes,menorrhagia

Dysentery, oedemas, gonorrhoea, cancer, gastrointestinal troubles,vermifuge,mouth wash,laxative,aphrodisiac.

171 Celosia argentea Amaranthaceae Cockscomb Leaves, seeds Skin diseases, diarrhoea,,antiscorbutic,anthelmintic

172 Celosia laxa Amaranthaceae Celosia Leaves Antiscorbutic, purgative

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

174 Celtis mildbraedii Ulmaceae 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.

Soko-yokoto,Erimonu,Fara -alayatu

Marugbo sanyantan, Ajemawofo,Mannafaa

Ita-gidi, uta, ewon-agogo,Aziza

African Celtis, African hackberry,beaverwood,obia,nettle tree

181 Chasmanthera dependens Menispermaceae Ato-oloriraun Chasmanthera Roots Diuretics,antigonococcal,for management of fractures.

182 Chenopodium ambrosioides Chenopodiaceae Ewe-imi,asin,arunpale Wormwood Whole plant, leaves. Anthelmintics,emollient,rheumatism, tumour.

183 Chromolaena odorata Compositae Siam weed Leaves,stem-twigs

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.

186 Compositae Pyrethrum Flower heads, leaves Fever, wounds, general debility, insecticide.

187 Chrysobalanus ellipticus Roseaceae Ikatee,Awonriwon Leaves, roots Diarrhoea

188 Chrysophyllum albidum Sapotaceae Osanbalumo, Agbalumo African star apple Bark, leaves Fever,stomachaches,antiperiodic

189 Cinchona officinalis Rubiaceae Quinine tree Bark Malaria,anthelmintics, antibacterial.

190 Cinnamomum Zeyianiam Lauraceae Cinnamon Bark, leaves, oil

Akintola ,Awolowo,Obiarakara

Antimicrobial, dysentery, headache,malaria fever,toothache,haemostatic,skin diseases.

Chrysanthemum cinerariae folium

Chrysobalanus,coco-plum

Aromatic, astringent, typhoid fever, antimicrobial nauseae, vomiting, menorrhagia.

191 Cissampelos owariensis Menispermaceae Ewe jokoje,Damargaji Lungwort,velvet leaf Roots,whole plant

192 Cissus quadrangularis Vitaceae Ogbakiiki,Da'ddori Stemmed vine Tuber,stem Caries,dysmenorrhoea,urinary disorders

193 Citrullus colocynthis Cucurbitaceae Egusi bara

194 Citrullus lanatus Cucurbitaceae Egusi-baara Water melon,cow melon Seeds, leaves,fruits,pulp

195 Citrus aurantifolia Rutaceae Lime,swing Leaves, stem, root, fruit

196 Citrus aurantium Rutaceae Juice, roots, oil

197 Citrus limon Rutaceae Lemon Fruits,leaves,bark,roots Antipyretic,cold,stomachic

198 Citrus paradisi Rutaceae Osan gerepu, osan paya. Grape fruit Antimicrobials,diabetes,astringent,emollient,demulcent, malaria.

199 Citrus sinensis Rutaceae Osanmimu, orombo didun Sweet orange Twigs,stem bark,fruits

200 Clappertonia ficifolia Malvaceae Bolobolo Bolobolo Leaves,roots Cough

Lung diseases,emmenagogue,antipyretic,diuretic,skin diseases,blood tonic

Bitter gourd,colocynth,vine of sodom,bitter apple.

Seeds,whole plant,roots,fruit pulp.

Antimicrobials,purgative,anthelmintics,head lice,bladder stone,contraceptive.

Womb expeller, diuretic, cystitis, malaria, leucorrhoea, gonorrhoea,hypertension,whitlow.

Osan-wewe,Dankabuya,Afotanta,Epe nkirisi

Fever, jaundice,antimicrobials abdominal ulcer, gonorrhoea,carminative,hypertensive recipe,flavouring agent,measles,cough,toothache,anthelmintics,scurvy.

Osan, orombo-igun,gangan,Olomaoyibo,Babbaan leemu

Bitter orange,sour orange

Cough, sore throat, stomachache,anthelmintics,malaria,carminative,typhoid fever.

Osan-laimu,oroma-nkirir,Babban leemui

Rind/external coat,seeds,fruit

Dysentery, fever, headache,antimicrobial agent,anthelmintics,toothache,antiscorbutic

201 Clausena anisata Rutaceae Clausena Leaves, roots,bark

202 Cleidon gaponicum Euphorbiaceae Twigs Toothache

203 Cleistopholis paterns Annonaceae Apako Salt and oil tree Leaves,bark

204 Cleome ciliata Capparaceae Akuya-aaja, Ekuya Leaves, seeds

205 Cleome gynandra Capparaceae Ekuye, ekuya,ipiya Leaves, seeds

206 Clerodendrum capitalum Verbenaceae Feregede,Illiri Hollow stems Leaves, root Anthelmintics, dysentry, gonorrhoea.

207 Clerodendrum paniculatum Verbenaceae Ora-ojola, adabi Garden quinine Roots, leaves

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

Oboku, agbasa, atari-obuko

Cough, cold, abdominal pain, asthma, bronchitis,dysentery, arthritis,lumbago,malaria,anthelmintics,laxative,toothache.

Coughs,anthelmintics,antipyretic,respiratory diseases,tuberculosis,purgative

Wild mustard,cat's whiskers

Earache, convulsions, sores, wounds,boils,anthelmintic,carminative,suppuration.

Bastard Mustard,cat's whiskers

Rheumatism, headache,disinfectant,earache,neuralgia,anthelmintic,ease labour.

Antipyretic, anthelmintics,venereal diseases, rheumatism,malaria

211 Cnestis ferruginea Connaraceae Short pod,alum plant

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,seeds

217 Cocos nucifera Palmae Agbon,Kwakwar,Ake babe Coconut Palm Bark, root, nuts

218 Cocparnus pendulus Menispermaceae Roots Antipyretic

219 Coffea arabica Rubiaceae Kofi,Gahwa Coffee Kernels Stimulant, rheumatism,diuretic

220 Coix lacryma-jobi Poaceae Job's tear Roots,fruits,seeds

Akara aje, omu-aja,esise,elemesan,Amunketa

Fruits, seeds, leaves, root,bark

Snake bite, eyedrops, migraine, gonorrhoea, madness,laxative,sore throat,pyorrhoea,stabilise pregnancy,oral infections

Jaundice,dysmenorrhoea,gastro-intestinal disorders, vaginal discharge,bilharzia,antimicrobials.

Bronchitis, liver ailments,migraine,emollient, scabies, dysentery,antiseptic,toothache,uterine diseases,hair loss,liver ailment,diuretic,anthelmintic,laxative

Aje,aka-ila,agbala-maria,ido-onisekere

Diuretic,anthhelmintics,asthma,stimulant,cicatrizant,irregular menstruation,conjunctivitis.

221 Cola acuminata Sterculiaceae Obi abata,Oji Abata kola nut Fruit nuts Stimulant, fever, malaria.

222 Cola Caricifolia Sterculiaceae Okokoro, Ogugu, Monkey kola Leaves Eye infection, Ringworm.

223 Cola laurifolia Sterculiaceae Karanga,Ufa, Aworiwo Twigs, stem bark Tooth ache, dysentery, oral hygiene,caries,thrush

224 Cola millenii Sterculiaceae Obi-edun Monkey Kola Leaves,fruits. Ringworms, scabies, gonorrhoea, dysentery,ophthalmia

225 Cola nitida Sterculiaceae Obi gbanja Kola Stem bark, seed, kernel Diarrhoea, stimulant,diuretic,cardiac tonic,eye trouble

226 Colocasia esculenta Araceae Cocoyam,wild taro Tuber,leaves Anaemia,wounds,rheumatism,poison antidote

227 Combretum glutinosum Combretaceae Kattakara Leaves childhood fevers,milk preservative.

228 Combretum grandiflous Combretaceae ikedike Leaves jaundice, galactogogue, cholagogues.

229 Combretum mucronatum Combretaceae Ogan,Ogolo,Fara geza Combretum Leaves, root

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

Koko,kokofun,koko-ibile,Gwamba

Wounds, cough, dysentery,anthelmintic,antimicrobials,biliousness,antipyretic

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

232 Commelina diffusa Commelinaceae Leaves, whole plant

233 Commiphora africana Burseraceae Turari,Dashi,Biskiti Myrrh Roots, fruit

234 Connarus africanus Connaraceae seed, root bark Anthelmintic, astriagent

235 Conyza canadensis Compositae Whole plant

236 Conyza sumatrensis Compositae Olowojeja Conyza whole plant Antipyretic,asthma,tuberculosis

237 Copaifera mildbraedii Leguminosae Ovbia-leke Copaiva,copaiba Fruits,seeds Cathartic,diuretic,stimulant

238 Corchorus olitorus Tiliaceae Ewedu,Laaloo,Ahihiara Jute plant Leaves, seeds, root

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

Itopere,godogbo-odo,Obogy,Balasa

Day flower,small blue flower,commelina

Yellow fever, oedema, sore, boils,itch,headache,backache,pregnancy promotion

Whooping cough, bronchitis, stimulant,carminative,demulcent,astringent,expectorant,stimulant,emmanagogue,menorrhoea,leprosy

Canadian Flea-bane,horsebane,pride weed,horse weed

Gonorrhoea, diarrhoea, genital diseases, dysentery, haemostatic, insect repellant, anti-bacterial activity

Fever, worms, diarrhoea, abscesses,demulcent,antiperiodic,anthelmintic,astringent,asthma

241 Corynanthe pachyceras Rubiaceae Ako idagbon Corynanthe yohimbe Leaves, root, stem bark

242 Cosmos sulphureus Asteraceae Ododo-imiesu Leaves, flowers Antimicrobial,wounds,astringent,colourant.

243 Costus afer Zingiberaceae Ginger lily Stem, roots, fruit,juice

244 Coula edulis Olacaceae udi, ivanlegbe Kernel, bark Dysentery, stomach disorder, skin diseases.

245 Courbonia virgata Capparaceae Kumkum Courbonia Roots,fruits,leaves Stimulant,chest pains,cough

246 Crassocephalum crepidioides Compositae Efo ebolo 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

249 Crateva adansonii Capparaceae 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

Mental problems, impotence, anaesthesia,aphrodisiac,antipyretic,local anasthesia,mental problem

Yellow cosmos,sulphur cosmos

Ireke - Omode,tete-eegungun,Opate,Kaki zuwa

Coughs, diabetes, rheumatic swellings, cuts/sores,diuretic,diabetic,antiarthritic property,malaria,jaundice,gonorrhoea,bilharzia,anti-snake.

Velvet plant,ebolo,red-flower ragleaf

Whole plant, roots, leaves.

Gonorrhoea, schistosomiasis,vermifuge,fever,aphrodisiac,malaria,jaundice,eye trouble

Eegun-orun,taniya,ajanaka,Ungududu,Amakarode

251 Crinum glaucum Amaryllidaceae Isu meri Crinum lily,spider lily bulb,flower-stalks

252 Crinum jagus Amaryllidaceae Bulb, Leaves

253 Crossopteryx febrifuga Rubiaceae Ayeye Root, stem bark Fever, gastrointestinal&respiratory disorders.

254 Crotalaria retusa Leguminosae Rattle box,rattle pea Fever, cirrhosis, liver lesions, dysentery,colic,vermifuge

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

256 Croton penduliflorus Euphorbiaceae Aworoso Croton,Turk's cap Seeds,whole plant.

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

258 Cryptolepia sanguinolenta Periplocaceae Root, stem

259 Cryptostegia grandiflora Apocynaceae Leaves, latex Fungi infection, heart problem.

260 Cucumeropsis manni Cucurbitaceae Itoo, eyen Leaves Milk laxative

Antimicrobial,purgative,rubefacient,cough,anti-allergic properties,female fertility

Obase, Ogede-Odo,Ede obase, Albasar kwadi

Frest crinum, poison bulb

Chronic cough, tuberculosis, rheumatism,emetic,whitlow,anthelmintics,purgative,rubefacient

Sandcrown berry,crystal bark

Koropo,alatunse,saworo,Yara, Akidimuo

Root, seeds, juice of pods,leaves.

Guinea worm, convulsions, skin diseases.rheumatic pain, urinary disorder,purgative

Constipation,general debility,diuretics,arthritis,purgative,anti-tumour

Antipyretic, antibacterial, urinary infections, gastrointestinal disorder, rheumatism.

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 Cucurbitaceae Seeds, leaves,fruits,pulp

265 Culcasia scandens Araceae Agunmona Leaves

266 Curculigo pilosa Hypoxidaceae Epakun,Dooyar kureegee African crocus Roots

267 Curcuma longa Zingiberaceae Gangamu, laali pupa Turmeric Tubers

268 Cuscuta australis Convolvulaceae Dodder, devil’s root Whole plant

269 Cyathula prostrata Amaranthaceae Pasture weed Whole plant Ringworms, scabies, gonorrhoea, dysentery,rheumatism.

270 Cylicodiscus gabonensis Leguminosae Olosan, Aja-igi Denya,okan Bark Diarrhoea, dysentery

Elegede,Ogbogolo,Kabewa,gboro.

Pumpkin,gourd,vegetable-marrow

Urinary complaints, cathartic,taenicide,diuretic,demulcent,anthelmintics,boils,burns,anti-tumour.

Skin disease,anaesthetic,stomachache,pregnancy booster,venereal disease

Leaukaemia,gonorrhoea,cough,purgative,astringent,aphrodisiac,demulcent

Jaundice, eye wash, skin diseases, vermifuge,yellow fever,ringworm,anti-tumour,antimicrobials,carminative,malaria

Mologinigini,ganagana,ominsinminsin-gogoro,Soyyaya

Laxative, kidney, liver disease, sores,laxative,astringent,anthelmintic,measles

Shawere pepe, Tanaje,K'arangiya kusu

271 Cymbopogon citratus Poaceae Kooko-oba,Acharaehi Lemon grass Leaves, roots

272 Cynara scolymus Compositlae Kharsuf Whole plant

273 Cynodon dactylon Graminae Leaves, root

274 Cyperus esculentus Cyperaceae Ofio, omu,Aya aya Whole plant

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

276 Dacryodes edulis Burseraceae Elemi,ube Bark, leaves,fruits.

277 Dalbergia lactea Leguminosae Ojiji, abinrere Flat bean Bark, stem-dust Pimples,anthelmintic,ease labour

278 Dalbergia saxatilis Leguminosae Flat bean Leaves, bark, roots Cough, small pox, skin lesions, bronchial ailments,toothache

279 Dalbergiella welwitschii Leguminosae West African black wood Stem, twigs, roots, leaves Bronchial ailments,purgative,anthelmintic,menstrual disorder.

280 Daniellia oliveri Leguminosae Gum, bark

Malaria, cough, sprains, lumbago, stomach tonic, stimulant, cold,diaphoretic,diuretic,refrigerant,ringworm

Diuretic, liver diseases, anti-atherosderotic, use as sugar substitute

Kapet garassi,Buntun kudaa

Bahama grass,dub grass

Venereal diseases, astringent, haemostatic, urinary infection, wounds.

Nut grass, tiger nut,papyrus,yellow nutsedge.

To induce vomiting,diuretic,anthelmintics,carminative,menstrual disorders.

Native pear,African plum,bush butter tree

Jiggars,skin diseases, acute malaria,anthelmintics,astringent,wounds,clearing pregnancy stretch marks,elephantiasis.

Ogundu, Paran,runhun zaki,Obunzizi

Emosho-elemosoo,emeso-igangan, afoso,

Iya,Kadaura,Ozabwa, Maje

African copaiba,balsam tree,niger-copal,maaje

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

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

282 Datura metel Solanaceae Leaves Ashma,venereal diseases,convulsion.

283 Datura stramonium Solanaceae Leaves, seeds, root

284 Deinbollia pinnata Sapindaceae Ogiri-egba, Ekusi-Oloko Water willow Leaves, root Cough, bronchial asthma.,aphrodisiac

285 Delonix regia Leguminosae Seke seke,ayin. flame of the forest Diuretic,anthelmintics,astringent,leucorrhoea

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

287 Desmodium adscendens Leguminosae Desmodium Leaves, whole plant

288 Desmodium gangeticum Leguminosae Ewe-emo Leaf, root

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

290 Dialium guineense Leguminosae Leaves, fruit, bark, twigs Fever, coughs, bronchitis, toothache,astringent, diuretic

Apikan,Ajegun-eegun,gegemu,Furenjuuji

Devil's trumpet,hairy thorn apple

Apikan, ododo-omode,zakami suturamai rawiya,Myaramuo

Stink weed,thorn apple,devil's trumpet,jimson-weed

Asthma, cough, astringent,aphrodisiac,mental disorders,gonorrhoea,lumbago,neuralgic,insomnia,anodyne,sedative,antispasmodic

Leaves,bark,seeds,flowers

Epa-ile,aberodefe,Nbasioku

Constipation, convulsions, gonorrhoea, syphilis, bronchial asthma,spermcount enhancer.

Astringent, urinary disorder, broachi infection, fever, chest infection.

Awin,Icheku,Tsamiyar kurmi

Black tamarind,tumble tree

291 Dichapetalum baneri Chailletiaceae Ngbu ewu Good killer Seeds Cough, rheumatism, bachache

292 Dichapetalum toxicarium Dichapetalaceae Alo, Itakun, ikunmu-agbo Gift-blaar,ratsbane Stem bark, twigs,leaves Jaundice,poisonous to animals,malaria,cardiac asthma

293 Dichrostachys cinerea Leguminosae Bark, root, latex

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

295 Digitaria horizontalis Poaceae Crab grass,sourgrass Whole plant Nervous problem,enhancing memory

296 Dioclea reflexa Leguminosae Agbarin, epe, arin Dioclea,bull's eye Seed Asthma,head lice,dandruff,stimulant.

297 Dioscorea bulbifera Discoreaceae Tuber

298 Dioscorea dumetorum Dioscoreaceae Esuru,gudugudu,Gursami Tubers, leaves

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.

Kara, Ajagboluti,Ami ogwu,Dundu

West African sickle bush, Princess's earrings

Fever, stomachache, toothache,diuretic,astringent,anthelmintics,scald,sores

Ariran, eeran,Karanin dawaki

Isu-emina,emina,isu-ahun,Dooyar bisa

Air potato,aerial potato yam

Mystic properties,diarrhoea,dysentery,constipation,anthelmintics,antidote for snake and scorpion venom,coughs,mental problems,diabetes,weak erection,breast enlargement,fever,rheumatism,antimicrobials.

Wild yellow yam,African bitter yam,three-leaved yam.

Colic, abdominal, vomiting, analgesic,skin disorders,psychic trouble,malaria,ease labour,anti-bilharzia.

301 Diospyros mespliforimis Ebenaceae Ige,igidudu,Kalwaa Ebony tree Root bark, stem bark

302 Discoglypremna caloneura Euphorbiaceae Akikaagba, Ogwilaki Seeds Gastrointestinal disorder, catharsis, abortion, purgative.

303 Dissotis rotundifolia Melastomataceae Awede,Ajagunmorasin Whole plant

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

305 Dorstenia prorepens Moraceae Alaifo, aloifo Stem twig,leaves Nephrosis,wound,antipyretic,antimicrobials.

306 Dracaena manni Dracaenaceae Dracaena 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

Bilharzia, diarrhoea, antibacterial,anthelmintic,astringent,abortifacient,fertility regulation

Chickweed,starwort,star weed,

Venereal diseases, coughs,antimicrobials,conjunctivities,haemostatic,weight control,diuretic,asthma,ulcer.

Contrayerva,rock begonia,sokotan

Ope-kannakanna, peregun,Akuku

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

312 Echinacea purpurea Compositae Rhizome Antimicrobial agent.

313 Eclipta prostrata Compositae Abikole, arojoku Leaves

314 Ehretia cymosa Boraginaceae Jaoke Puzzle bush,ivorywood Leaves,bark

315 Eichhornia crassipes Pontederiaceae Water hyacinth Whole plant

316 Ekebergia senegalensis Meliaceae Stavewood Trunk bark,roots.

317 Ekebergia capensis Meliaceae Oronu, madachin Cape ash,essenhout Leaves, roots,bark

318 Elaeis guineensis Palmae Red oil palm Malaria, mental disorders,diarrhoea,asthma,measles.

319 Elaeophorbia drupifera Euphorbiaceae Oroigi, oroonigi Asthma plant

320 Elephantapus scaber Compositae Leave, root Fever, cough.

Purple cone, black sampson

Ink plant,thistles,false daisy

Elephantiasis, fever,cough, skin diseases,oedema,liver ailments,emetic,antiseptic,diarrhoea,convulsion.

Amenorrhoea,contraceptive,fevers,convulsion,fracture management

Bebelu oju omi,mako,gbeborun.

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

Ijebo, Ayape,Madachin dutsi

Rheumatism, insomnia,malaria,antipyretic,blood tonic, chicken box,charred powder of roots for inducing sneezing

Fever, epilepsy, haemolytic,sinusitis,purify blood,insomnia, malaria.

Ope, igi-ope,Nkwe,Ake,Kwakwar

Root, palm oil,bark,kernels

Leaves, stem bark,roots,latex

Intestinal parasities,fever,measles,purgative,warts,epilepsy,asthma,analgesic,skin diseases.

321 Eleusine indica Poaceae Leaves

322 Elytraria marginata Acanthaceae Eso Whole plant Gonorrhoea, impotence, stomache, cough, infertility.

323 Elytraria marginata Acanthaceae Eso Whole plant Gonorrhoea, male-impotence, stomache, cough, infertility.

324 Embelia guineaasis Myrsinaceae Leaves, root Anthelmintic, skin diseases

325 Embelia schimperi Myrsinaceae Kiru Stem bark, leaves Antispasmodic, anthelmintic.

326 Emilia coccinea Compositae Leaves, sap, roots.

327 Enantia chlorantha Annonaceae African yellow wood Bark

328 Entada africana Leguminosae Entada Bark, leaves, root, seeds Astringent,antimimicrobials, antipyretic, abortifacient,malaria.

329 Entada gigas Mimosaceae Aagbaa Leaves,seeds,stem-twigs.

330 Entandrophragma cylindricum Meliaceae Ijebo,Owura Cedar mahogany Stem bark

Ese-kannakanna,Ciyaawar tuuji,Ichite

Bermuda grass,wiregrass,fowl foot

Coughing with bloody sputum,antipyretic,anthelmintics,venereal diseases.

Odundun-owo, odundun-okun,Ogbunizu,nte -ana

Tassel flower,scarlet tassel flower

Ulcers, craw-craw, abscesses of the breast, yaws, lice, ringworm, febrifuge, syphilis, hernia, gonorrhoea, measles,cough,salad.

Osopupa, Awopa,dokita-igbo,Kakerim

Typhoid fever,malaria,antimicrobials, jaundice, rickettsia,infective hepatitis,haemostatic,uterus stimulant,ulcer.

Ayunre-banabana,Tawatsa

Seahearts,monkey ladders

Diarrhoea,antimicrobial,abdominal pain, abortifacient,convulsion,astringent,charm to ward off evil spirit

Diabetes, cough, fever,gastro-intestinal disorders, black tongue,stimulant

331 Eragrostis tremula Poaceae Ariran,Burburwa Eragrostis,lovegrass Whole plant To improve memory

332 Eremomastax speciosa Acanthaceae Jangborukan,asoyin Eremomastax Leaves Guinea worms,anthelmintic,sores

333 Erissema psoraleoides Leguminosae Roro, Isapa-eluju Leavs, roots, seeds Venereal diseases, boils, cuts, eye infection.

334 Eruatamia coronaria Apocynaceae Leaves, stem, root

335 Eryngium foetidum Umbelliferae Leaves Ulcer, headache, hysteria

336 Erythrina senegalensis Leguminosae Parrot tree,coral tree

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

338 Erythrophleum suaveolens Leguminosae Stem bark, leaves,roots.

339 Erythroxylum coca Erythroxylaceae Red wood Leaves Local anaesthesia, sedative.

340 Euadenia trifoliata Capparaceae Euadenia Roots, stem, bark,fruit Tuberculosis,arthritis, otalgia, aphrodisiac, rectal prolapse.

East India Rosebay, Nero's crown

Anthelmintic, skin infection, toothache, eye diseases-ophthalmia.

Ologbosere,lakale,Majiriya,echichi

Leaves, bark, seeds,roots.Anthelmintics,cathartic,dysentery,antipyretic,emmenagogue,galactogue

Erun obo, olu-obo,Ajeku,Obo,Gwaska,inyi,akpa.

Sasswood,Ordeal tree,Sassy bark.

Chicken pox, gangrenous sores, snake bite,emetic.filarial worm swelling,skin diseases,wound,hypertension,local anaesthetic,sneezing inducer.

Ajinringburigbu, Logbokiya,Kanumfari

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

342 Eugenia aromatica Myrtaceae Kanafuru Clove Flower

343 Eugenia malaccencis Myrtaceae Apulu Antimicrobial,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 Asthma weed Whole plant,exudate

350 Euphorbia kamerunica Euphorbiaceae Oro,ukoko,oro-alagogo Fence Cactus Latex.

Toothache, carminative, rubefacient, serving as preservative in herbal recipes.

Apple,African water apple,rose-water apple

Emi-ile, iroko-iju,egele,oro-elewe,ahihia ugwa,Noonon kurciyaa,Odane inenemii

Cough, asthma, catarrh, hay-fever,pulmonary ailment,hay fever,amoebic dysentery,conjuctivitis,anthelmintic,aphrodisiac,increase lactation and shape of breast,hypertension,antispasmodic

Topical application to aid umbilical cord drop-off,warts,anthelmintics,purgative

351 Euphorbia laterifolia Euphorbiaceae Oro were, enuopiri Scutellann,little cactus Leaves,exudate

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

353 Evolvulus alsinoides Convolvulaceae Efunle,Karfi mallam Whole plant Diarrhoea,antipyretic,asthma,chronic bronchitis

354 Eythrococca anomala Euphorbiaceae Leaves Anthelmintic, headache, rheumatic, pains, earache.

355 Fagara rubescens Rutaceae Ata Bark Toothache, headache, backache, general debiity.

356 Ficus asperifolia Moraceae Ipin,Asesa,Baure Sandpaper plant Leaves, root Wounds, coughs.

357 Ficus capensis Moraceae Leaf, stem, root, fruits

358 Ficus elegans Moraceae Asoro porcelain vine Leaves Diarrhoea, piles, stomach-ache, constipation, craw-craw.

359 Ficus exasperata Moraceae Epin, Ewe-ipin Sand paper tree Leaves, bark, root, seeds

360 Ficus mucuso Moraceae Fig Bark of stem Insomnia

Dermatosis, infertility, anthelmintics constipation, convulsive fevers

Slender dwarf Morning glory

Opoto,Farin bauree,Anwerenwa

African mustard tree,fig tree

Dysentery, oedema, leprosy, epilepsy, ricketts,emollient,astringent,infertility,increase lactation,respiratory disorders,gonorrhoea.

Stomach disorder, scabies, gonorrhoea, urinary ailments, jaundice,abortifacient,antipyretic.

Odan-afomo,Ediso, Obobo,Jan bauree

361 Ficus thonningii Moraceae Wild fig,fiddle leaf fig Bark Wounds,fevers,dysentery

362 Ficus vallis-choudae Moraceae Oguro, Ogunro,Dulu Umbrella thorn Leaves, stem, latex

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

366 Fluerya aestuans Urticaceae Fuyafuya,Ipe erin African nettle Whole plant

367 Funtumia africana Apocynaceae Akoire, Ako-ire Mbamiri Male funtum Root, stem, leaves Constipation, wounds, boils,weak bladder, jaundice,antipyretic.

368 Funtumia elastica Apocynaceae Ire ,Mba Stem, twigs, stem, latex Jaundice, piles, impotence,antipyretics.

369 Galinsoga parviflora Compositae Leaves Wounds, analgesic

370 Garcinia afzelii Guttiferae Okuta Mangostreen Stem-twigs Dysentery.aphrodisiac,oral thrush,toothache

Odan abaa,opoto,aba-odan ,Guluba

Jaundice, gastro-intestinal disorders,anthelmintic,astringent,skin disorders

Asthma, bronchitis, catarrhal condition,antibacterial,astringent,diaphoretic,antiperiodic,toothache.

Liver diseases,diuretic, antipyretic,astringent,piles,haemostatic, burns,hair care, pregnancy booster,expels bladder stone

Lagos silkrubber tree,wild rubber

371 Garcinia kola Guttiferae Orogbo,Adi,Akuilu Bitter kola

372 Garcinia manni Guttferae Okuta, Okok Root,stem Diuretic

373 Gardenia ternifolia Rubiaceae Yellow 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 Bulb

377 Gloriosa superba Liliaceae Tubers, leaves

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 Leguminosae Root

Seeds, root, stem-bark,fruits.

Antimicrobials,dysentery, tumours, bronchitis, cough, fever,toothache, throat and respiratory ailments,liver disorders,headache,evacuant, Anti-cancer.

Gangan, oruwan,Gaudan,Ulimili

Antigonococcal,dysentery,diarrhoea,mental disorder,constipation,mystic use.

Mora, ewe-aje,akalamagbo,Obara okpa,Baurere

Gloriosa,climbing lily,glory lily

Gonorrhoea, head lice, rheumatism,purgative,antiperiodic,stomachic tonic.

Sweet wood,sweet wort, liquorice root.

Expectorant, bronchitis, sorethroat, demulcent, emollient, alterative.

381 Glyphaea brevis Tiliaceae Atori Atori, masquerade stick

382 Gmelina arborea Verbenaceae Igi melina Gmelina,parrot's beak Roots,leaves Antipyretic,stomach disorder,cough,gonorrhoea,demulcent

383 Gnidia kraussiana Thymelaeceae Root, leaves

384 Gomphrena globosa Amaranthaceae Whole 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 Malvaceae West indian Cotton Leaves, roots, seeds

387 Gouania longipetala Rhamnaceae Laghosa Stem, twigs Gum infection

388 Annonaceae Agudugbu Roots,leaves,bark

389 Grewia flavescens Tiliaceae Itakun okere,Dargaji Leaves Boils, enlarged spleen,aid lactating mother

390 Grewia pubescens Tiliaceae Oraigbo Raisin Stem, leaves

Stem bark, leaves,stem-twigs

Diarrhoea, fever, respiratory ailment,gonorrhea,wound,toothache,gum infection

Mada,sungoje,samberu,tururibi.

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

Bachelor's button, globe amaranth

Owu,akese,gwandi,Olulu ogho,Owula

Convulsions, dysentery,asthma,antipyretic,hypertension, ulcers,contraceptive, relieve menstrual cycle disorders,emmenagogue,abortfacient,ease labour

Greenwayodendron suaveolens

Anthelmintics,purgative,ease labour,menorrhagia,weak erection..

Sand paper raisin,raisin bush,wild raisin

Dysentery, gastro-intestinal disorder,antidote for snake bite,boils,emollient

391 Grewia sp Tiliaceae Ila-oko, lakolako Fruits Religious purpose, mystic, soup with okra-like taste

392 Grewia venusta Tiliaceae Oraigbo,oro,Dargaza Raisin Leaves, twigs, stem bark Fever, boils, wounds,colic,anti-diarrhoea,ease of labour

393 Griffonia simplicifolia Leguminosae Griffonia Roots, leaves

394 Guaiacum officinale Zygophyllaceae Stem Diuretic, diaphoretic, urinary disorder

395 Guibourtia copallifera Leguminosae Kaluk ofuon

396 Guiera senegalensis Combretaceae Barbatta,olofun,saabara Leaves

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 Amaryllidaceae Fireball lily Roots Stimulant, cardiac tonic

Alukoko, Tapara, arin, Olobahun

Bone-fracture, congestion,sedative,aphrodisiac,appetite suppressant for weight loss.

Leaves, roots, fruits, stem exudate

Galactogogue, blood booster, rheumatism, gastro-enteritis, dysentery.

Skin infection, fever, diarrhoea, dysentery, syphilis, tonic, increase lactation, prevention of leprosy.

Areyinkosun, toto-odo,Albasar kwadi

401 Haematostaphis barteri Anacardiaceae Tursuhi,jan danyaa Stem, bark, roots

402 Haematoxylum compechionum Leguminosae Logwood Wood bark Astringent, diarrhoea, colouring.

403 Hannoa klaineana Simaroubaceae Hannoa Stem, root Hypertension,carminative,stimulant , fever.

404 Harrisonia abyssinica Simaroubaceae Arujeran Harrisonia Leaves, stem, root

405 Harungana madagascariensis Hypericaceae Dragon's blood tree

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 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,

Anthelmintic, febrifuge, emetic, tonic,hepatitis, sleeping sickness, diarrhoea.

Igigun,Oghulu,Takar'dargiwa

Stomachache, leprosy, antidote, cancerous tumours,bubonic plague,skin diseases,antipyretic,anthelmintics,insomnia

Elepo, adenden, Asunje,Uturu,Otori, Alillibar raafii

Stem-bark, root bark, leaves,sap

Dysentery, piles, trypanosomiasis, fever, cold, jaundice, scabies, haemostatic,emetic,black tongue,urinary fistula,ringworm,jaundice

Agogo-igun, Apari-Igun,ogberi-akuko,Kalkashin korama

411 Hibiscus acetosella Malvaceae Akese Hibiscus Leaves Dysentery

412 Hibiscus asper Malvaceae Isapa,Ireagu,Dangiraa Leaves Cough, wound,diuretics

413 Hibiscus rosasinensis Malvaceae Kekeke,Ireagu Garden hibiscus Leaves, stem, flower buds

414 Hibiscus sabdariffa Malvaceae Sobo,Gurguzuu Leaves,flowers Diuretic,coughs,dressing wounds,beverage

415 Hibiscus surattensis Malvaceae Whole plant,leaves Stomachache,mystic uses

416 Hildegradia barteri Sterculiaceae Okurugbedu,Kariya Hildegradia Bark Epilepsy

417 Hilleria latifolia Phytolaccaceae Bush tarzan Leaves,whole plant

418 Holarrhena floribunda Apocynaceae Irena,Bakin mutum Bark seeds

419 Hoslundia opposita Labiatae Hoslundia Whole plant,leaves

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

Bush roselle,thorny roselle,water hemp

Influenza, cough, asthma, tertiary syphilis, stomach upset,appendicitis,hypertension,oligospermia,antipyretic

Zobo,Jamaican sorre, roselle

Kinkinrinmiyin,akonimara,seniferan,emo,sinkin-mini

Ogo, tarzan-igbo,zoro-igbo,Akaato

Breast cancer,urethral discharge,purgative,headache,anthelmintic,skin diseases

Connessi,false rubber tree,holarrhena

Dysentery, diarrhea, jaundice, fever,astringent,bilious disorder,anthelmintics

Efinrin-oso,anami-ole,suiiti-agbe

Herpes,conjunctivitis,epilepsy,skin diseases,diabetes,jaundice,abdominal pain,antipyretic,haemostatic,antimicrobial, Malaria.

421 Hygrophila auriculala Acanthaceae Whole plant Blennorrhoea, craw-craw, bacteriostatic, diuretic.

422 Hygrophila auriculata Acanthaceae Whole plant Biennorrhoea, craw-craw, bacteriostatic, diuretic.

423 Hygrophilia auriculata Acanthaceae Mafowokanmi Hygrophilia Whole plant,roots

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

425 Hymenostegia afzelii Leguminosae Hymenostegia 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.

Mafowo kauruonu bayin giwaa

Mafowo kauruonu bayin giwaa

Diuretic,skin infections,urinary disorders,antipyretic,demulcent,stomachache

Arigbodigbo,arigbodigba,Ubeze

431 Hyptis suaveloensis Labiatae Jogbo,Kimba-kimba Hyptis Leaves Cough,fevers,wounds,anthelmintic,carminative, malaria.

432 Icacina tricantha Icacinaceae Gbegbe Icacina Leaves,root,exudate

433 Impatiens balsamina Balsaminaceae Garden balsam Whole Plant Antiseptic,fungicide.

434 Impatiens glandulifera Balsaminaceae touch me not Sap topical application on poison ivy rash

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

436 Indigofera macrophylla Leguminosae Indian-indigo Leaves

437 Ipomoea asarifolia Convolvulaceae Morning glory Haemorrhage, urinary problem,purgative,syphilis.

438 Ipomoea batatas Convolvulaceae Sweet potato Leaves,tuber.

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

440 Ipomoea involucrata Convolvulaceae Morning glory Leaves

Rheumatism,aphrodisiac,toothache,anthelmintics,purgative,abortifacient,wound,dermatophytosis.

Poor man's orchid,policeman's helmet,purple jewelweed.

Enise-Ana,Aniyaa makoomiyaa.

Whooping cough, bronchitis, piles, ulcers, enlargement of spleen and liver,skin diseases.

Ogbo oro ayaba, ewe-gboro,Duman kadaa

Whole plant, leaves, flowers

Odunkun, anamo,kunkundukun,Dankali,Ekomako,Jioyibo

Boils, wounds, bronchial asthma,purgative,breast swelling,diabetes,antimicrobials.

Ododo-odo,ododo-oko,alukerese,Duman kwaadii

Convulsions,purgative,eye drops,asthma,arthritis,antipyretic,yellow fever,filariasis,gynaecological diseases,gonorrhoea.

441 Ipomoea mauritiana Convolvulaceae Atewogba, Tanpopo Bush morning glory Whole plant Rheumatism, asthma, dropsy.

442 Irvingia gabonensis Irvingiaceae Oro (Ogbono),Gooron birii Wild mango,bread tree Leaves Spleen Infection.

443 Isolana campanulata Anacardiaceae Aghakeze Roots, stem-bark

444 Isolona campanulata Annonaceae Aghako-eze Stem bark Fever, cough, bitharzu

445 Jacaranda spp Bignoniaceae Jacaranda Bark, leaves Venereal diseases, spleen tonic.

446 Jasminum pauciflonum Common Jasmine

447 Jateorhiza macrantha Menispermaceae Atutu Jateorhiza,calumba Leaves, roots,stem Antidote to snake bite, ulcers, wounds, cuts, tonic,aphrodisiac

448 Jateorhiza Palmate Menispermaceae Atutu Hypertension, dysentery, anthelmintic, tonic, fever, stomachic

449 Jatropha curcas Euphorbiaceae Physic nut

450 Jatropha gossypiifolia Euphorbiaceae Wild Cassava Stem latex

Bronchial infections, skin diseases, cough, hematuria, fever, bilharzia, tonic, rheumatism

Whole plant, leaves, flowers

Anthelmintic, toothache, diuretic, antifungal wounds, abscess in breast

Root bark, leaves, whole plant

Botuje, lapalapa,Zugu,Olulu -idu

Seed, leaves, stem, roots,sap

Ringworm, eczema,scabies, fever, guinea worms, herpes,rectal enema,black tongue,whitlow,impotence,irregular menses,convulsion,smallpox

Botuje pupa,Binidi zugu,Ake mbogho

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,Onwa Leaves, roots,whole plant

458 Khaya ivorensis Meliaceae Oganwo,Ono,Madachi African mahogany Stem, root, barks

459 Kigelia africana Bignoniaceae Sausage tree

460 Klainedoxa gabonensis Irvingiaceae Kanakoro,odudu Klainedoxa Bark,seeds

Never die, Dog’s Liver,kalanchoe

Smallpox, convulsion, gonorrhoea, rheumatism,ear problem, chronic cough, headache,wounds,asthma,palpitation,mental disorder,anthelmintics.

Malaria, Jaundice,anthelmintic,emetic,emmenagogue,skin diseases,anaemia,arthritis

Pandoro,iyan,Rawuya,Uturubein

Root, stem bark, fruits, leaves

Kidney disorders, malaria, dysentery, rheumatism,gonorrhoea.,haemorrhage,spleen infection,astringent,leucorrhoea,cough.

Measles,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, fruit

464 Lagenaria siceraria Cucurbitaceae Ado,Oba,Duma, Bottle gourd Leaves, seeds, fruit pup Anthelmintic properties, chest pains,purgative

465 Lagerstroemia speciosa Lythraceae Queen crape-myrtle Leaves,ripe fruits Antidiabetic,stimulant

466 Laggera alata Compositae Agemo-kogun, eru-taba Laggera Leaves, roots, sap

467 Laggera aurita Compositae Taba-ebora, Eru-taba Whole plant

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

469 Landolphia owariensis Apocynaceae Malaria fever, gonorrhoea,vermifuge

470 Lannea nigritana Anacardaceae Orita,oyinyin Wodier wood

Purgative, anthelmintics, cathartic,lumbago,diabetes mellitus,smallpox,chickenpox, abortifaecient.

Fever, rheumatic pains, pneumonia, emmenagogue, tapeworms,convulsion.

Malaria, Gastro-intestinal disorder, astringent, insect-repellant, convulsion.

Panukuru,Ci'woo,nwalikali,Oto

Vine rubber,rubber vine, ciwo.

Fresh leaves, roots, seed, bark

Leaves, root bark,exudate.

Sprains, gout, dysentery, asthma, bruises.rheumatic joint,astringent,neurotic disorders,skin diseases.

471 Lantana camara Verbenaceae Ewon - Agogo,Kimbar 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 Compositae Wild lettuce Leaves Yaws, Fracture management.

475 Lawsonia inermis Lythraceae Lali , Laali.Lallee Hennaplant Leaves, flowers,bark

476 Lecaniodiscus cupanioides Sapindaceae lecaniodiscus

477 Leea guineensis Leeaceae Hansidhapan,leea Leaves,roots,seeds.

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

480 Leptadenia hastata Rubiaceae Iran-aji-igbo Leptadenia Root, leaves, flowers Antimicrobials, antispasmodic

Bush lantana, shrub verbena,lantana.

Yanrin, Yamurin,Nonanbarya

Spermatorrhoea, jaundice, gonorrhoea, leucorrhoea, ulcers, menorrhagia,astringent,skin diseases, malaria.

Akika,Okpu,Kekera kuchi,Kaafi naamaa -zaakii

Leaves,roots,young shoots,seeds,stembark

Fevers,burns,liver abscess,purgative,amenorrhoea,typhoid fever,jaundice,cough, malaria.

Kojiya,aledo,alugbokita, iya-keke-gbodo

Pregnancy detection,purgative,toothache,gonorrhoea,general weakness.

Wound,skin diseases,emmenagogue,purgative,anthelmintic,tonic

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 Leguminosae Leaves, seeds. Antimicrobial, blood tonic.

486 Lippia multiflora Verbenaceae Sweetleaf 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, leaves

489 Lonchocarpus sericeus Leguminosae Ipapo,alakiriti,Njassi,Faki Roots, bark Convulsion, skin diseases,laxative

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

Lead tree, wild tamarind, jumpy bean

Efinrin-gogoro,efinrin-foromaba

Arthritic conditions, sore, mental disorders,boils,anthelmintics,antimicrobial.

Dotted lancepod,lilac tree

491 Lophira alata Ochnaceae Fever, 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 Cucurbitaceae Roots Purgative,tonic

495 Lycopersicon esculentum Solanaceae Tomati,Afufa,Tumaatur Tomato Leaves, fruit

496 Lycopodium cernuum Lycopodiaceae Kujekuje Whole plant Malaria, newborn skin management .

497 Macaranga barteri Euphorbiaceae Macaranga Stem bark, leaves

498 Maesa lanceolata Myrsinaceae Leaves Antimicrobial

499 Maesopsis eminii Rhomnaceae Igilogbon Leaves Diluretic, emetic, purgative.

500 Mallotus cordifolia Euphorbiaceae Ebewosa Leaves Malaria.

Eki, Pahan,uda,Kujeme,Akufo

Ironwood ,ekki,meni oil tree,nambanchi

Root, barks, leaves, seeds

Aya-oyinbo,kankan oyinbo ,kankan ayaba

Smooth loafah,vegetable sponge

Ear-ache, urinary troubles,carminative,fever,boils,fungal infections,antimicrobial.

Creeping club Moss,Lycopodiella cernua

Asasa, awasa,agbaasa,Owariwa

Dysentery, cough, boils, bruises, black tongue,breast engorgement,irregular menstruation,urinary disorder.

501 Mallotus oppositifolius Euphorbiaceae Indian kamila Leaves, roots, fruits.

502 Mammea africana Guttiferae Ologbomodu,Ekpili Mammea apple Parasitic skin diseases, syphilis,convulsion,dysmenorrhoea..

503 Mangifera indica Anacardaceae Mango tree Leaves, root, stem bark

504 Manihot esculenta Euphorbiaceae Cassava Leaves, tubers,stem bark

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 bark

508 Mariscus alternifolius Cyperaceae Mariscus Stem-bases Gonorrhoea, healing wound

509 Markhamia tomentosa Bignoniaceae Iru aya,aya Bell bean tree Leaves

510 Marsdenia abyssinica Ascelepiadaceae Bark Gonorrhoea

Oju-eja, Jeja,iya-dudu,orokoro,Kpokokwa,K'afar mutuwa

Tapeworms, ringworm, pimples, bruises,astringent,anthelmintic,tonic,haemostatic.

Root bark, stem-exudate,fruit,bark.

Mangoro,Mangwaro,mangolo

Malaria, diarrhoea, diabetes, skin lesions, high blood pressure, haemorrhage,emmenagogue,insomnia,insanity,anthelmintics,antimicrobials,astringent,asthma,cough

Gbaguda, Ege,Akpu,K'araza

Gonorrhoea, purgative,ulcer,eye drop,schistosomiasis,toothache.

Skin diseases,cough,purgative,antipyretic,abortifacient, tapeworms

Ranransa, Ikeregun,alubosa eranko

Elephantiasis of scrotum,fevers,oedema,rheumatic pains,thrush, malaria.

511 Marsderua latifolia Asclepiadaceae Heart 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 Leaves

517 Melanthera scadens Compositae Abo-yunyun, Agbugbo Melanthera Leaves, roots, stems

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

519 Melia azedarach Meliaceae Bark, kernels, leaves Anti-syphilitic, boils, skin diseases, antihelmintic

520 Melicia excelsa Meliaceae Iroko,Oji Iroko tree Root, latex, bark

Root, stem bark, fruits, leaves

Rheumatic, gouts, eczema, inflammatory disease of the respiratory tract and UTI colic flatulence.

Haemostatic, inflammation, chicken pox, purgative, cough, sore-throat.

Eke-oyinbo, Aforo-oyinbo,Kumar nasaaara

Persian liliac,pride of India,chinaberry

Elephantiasis, 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, seed

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

525 Microdesmis puberula Euphorbiaceae 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, root

528 Microglossa pyrifolia Compositae Asibogo Leaves, whole plant

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

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

Genito-urinary infection, rheumatic pain, skin infetion, dysentery, cough, vomitting, dysentery, tonic.

Ido-apata, Esunsun,edopata,uroko-apata,aringo,Ukperi

Antipyretic, yellow fever, aphrodisiac, abortifctant, tooache, base labour.

Anthelmintic, Aphrodistac, yellow fever, colds, filariasis, toothache, abortifacient.

Cough, bronchitis, anthelmintics, lumbago, rheumatic pains,urethritis,diuretic, malaria, conjunctivitis, schistosomiasis, jaundice, small-pox.

531 Millettia thonningii Leguminosae Milletia 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,aluro Leaves 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 Nyctaginaceae Roots,leaves Wounds,purgative

536 Mitracarpus scaber Rubiaceae Mitracarpus,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 Rubiaceae Mitragyna,African linden Leaves, stem, roots

539 Mollugo nudicaulis Molluginaceae Kujekuje,Ankwai narba Whole plant Whooping cough,vermifuge

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

Ito,Tuburku,Ajukwu okeokpa

Sensitive plant,shame plant

Tanaposo,aje onisu,Giyeya,Uburu mili

Four 0' clock plant,marvel of peru

Irawo ile,irawo ale,googa maaso

Abura, Ewe-Obi,Uburu,Gayensori

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

Chick weed(daisy-leaved)

541 Momordica angustisepala Cucurbitaceae Ejirin-nla Stem Antimicrobial.

542 Momordica charantia Cucurbitaceae

543 Momordica foetida Cucurbitaceae Ejirin - lila,Hakayi,Alu-osi Leaves, fruit Diabetes, stomach-ache,laxative,anthelmintic

544 Mondia whitei Periplocaceae Mondi 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 Seeds

547 Monodora tenuifolia Anacardiaceae Ehina-wo sinin ruits, leaves, root

548 Monsonia senegalensis Geraniaceae Oil Emmenagogue

549 Morelia senegalensis Rubiaceae Morelia Stem Fever, general debility,fish poison.

550 Morinda lucida Rubiaceae Brimstone-tree

Ejinrinwere,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

Large-leaved African bitter cucumber

Isirigun, Gbolo-gbolo, Aghuma

Constipation, lice, guinea worm, headache,anaemia,impotence,wounds,arthritis.

Antihaemorrhage, dysentery, Parasitic skin diseases, toothache.

Dandojee,Akule,Inuwar bauna

Oruwo, eruwo,Eze ogu ,Njisi

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, fruit

552 Moringa oleifera Moringaceae

553 Morus mesozygia Moraceae Morus,aiye Leaves Mystic properties,for bathing newborns,sedative.

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

555 Mucuna pruriens Leguminosae Hairs on the pods Intestinal worms,genito-urinary diseases.

556 Mucuna sloanei Leguminosae Stinging Bean Seeds,roots

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

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 Plaintain Leaves, roots, fruits

Fever, jaundice, asthma, dysentery,colic,emmenagogue,vermifuge,constipation

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.

Agbagba,uraye, ewe-aye,aye, aremo

Werepe, Esisi,Abbala,Kakara

Cow-hage,cow-itch plant,velvet bean

Ewe-ina,werepe, yerepe esinsin,Kakara,osese

Haemorrhoids, diuretics,micturition problems in children,skin diseases.

Shoot, leaves,roots,exudate.

Cough,flatulence,aperient, amoebiasis, wound-dressing, toothache,mental disorders, neuralgia.

Ogede agbagba,Ayaba,Ojioko,Ogadejoioke

Diarrhoea, dysentery, epilepsy, wounds, goiter, gonorrhoea,anaemia, venereal diseases,haemostatic,diabetes,anthelmintics,abortifacient,oligospermia, 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 tree Tapeworms, dysentery, fevers,anthelmintic,cough

563 Mussaenda elegans Rubiaceae Mussaenda Bark Astringent

564 Myriantus arboreus Moraceae Myriantus Bark Dysentery,anthelmintics,cough,antitumour

565 Napoleona imperialis Lecythidaceae Napoleona Twigs Asthma, cough,toothache

566 Napoleona vogelii Lecythidaceae Ito, Gbogbori,Akbodo Napoleona Diabetes, fever, cough, catarrh.

567 Nauclea diderrichii Rubiaceae Opepe,Uburu,Tafashiya Root, stem bark, fruit

568 Nauclea latifolia Rubiaceae Nauclea,African peach

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

Roots, exudate, leaves,bark

Ado,odo-omode,pani ebi,Ezebwo

Obisere,ewe-ade,ibishere,Ujuju

Irosun-igbo, Irosun,Akbodo,Mabungi,Nnekeloche

Leaves, bark, seeds, twigs, fruit, root

Opepe,African peach tree

Gonorrhoea, antimalaria, appetizer, piles,dyspepsia, rheumatism, dysentery,febrifuge

Egbesi, Gberesi,Tafashiya rkura -ukora,Igiyaa,Nwaohuakonshi

Inner bark,stem sap,roots,fruits,root-bark

Cough,febrile conditions,thrush,jaundice,piles,emetic,menstrual disorders,stomach disorders,measles,sore

571 Nephrolepsis bisserata Nephrolepidaceae Iramu,owuro Fern Whole plant, root Pregnancy booster,dysmenorrhoea toothache.

572 Nerium oleander Apocynaceae Adodo Oleander Leaves,whole plant,roots

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

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

576 Nymphaea lotus Nymphaeceae Water lily Whole plant

577 Ocimum basilicum Labiatae Sweet and Hairy basil Whole plant

578 Ocimum gratissimum Labiatae Tea bush,balsam,basil Leaves, whole plant

579 Olax subscorpioidea Olacaceae Olax,stink ant forest

580 Oldelandia corymbosa Rubiaceae Oyigi,Raatsa-hanji Oldelandia Whole plant

Dysentery,anthelmintics,cough,antitumour,abortifacient,skin diseases,pile.

Round worms, elephantiasis, dysentery, malaria, convulsions, migraine,cough,yellow fever, stomach-ache, hernia,infertility, ear-ache.

Osibata,Bado,Mkpokpomere

Vomiting,astringent,antiseptic,demulcent,sedative,rheumatic pains, Anti-tumour.

Efinrin-wewe,daidoya,Nchanwu

Gonorrhoea, catarrhal conditions, cough, constipation, dysentery, ringworm,carminative,stimulant,hypertension,anthelmintics,antipyretic,blood tonic.

Efinrin-nla,efinrin-aja,oromoba,Daidoya, Nchanwu

Cough, diarrhea, convulsions, fever, cold, bronchitis,colic ,insect repellant,antimicrobials,anthelmintics,hypertension,hypertension,diabetes,piles, Antibacteria.

Ifon,masepe,Igbulu,Gwanorafi,Gwaanon raafii

Roots, leaves, stem, bark, twigs

Yellow fever, jaundice, guinea worm, venereal diseases,mental disorders,toothache.

Antipyretic, ease labour, nervous disorders,haemostatic, venereal disorders, antidote to snake venom

581 Olyra latifolia Poaceae Iye-etu,Ami Olyra Seeds,roots,leaves

582 Oncoba spinosa Flacourtiaceae Roots, leaves Cough, cold, sore throat, wounds

583 Opilia celtidifolia Opiliaceae Opilia Roots,stem Anthelmintics,purgative,diuretic.

584 Opuntia dillenii Cactaceae Oro-agogo Prickly pear Stem,fruits,exudate.

585 Ouratea flava Ochnaceae Nkanka Ochna Leaves, fruits Laxative,vitamins

586 Oxalis corniculata Oxalidaceae 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 Bark,leaves,seeds Stomach disorders,headache, blood tonic

589 Pachypodanturum staudtii Annonaceae Ntoko neto Pepper tree Stem, bark, roots Gastro-intestinal pains, headache, chest pains, verifuge

590 Palisota hirsuta Commelinaceae Palisota Roots,leaves,stem-twigs. Anaemia, dysentery,cough,toothache,gonorrhoea.

Anthelmintics,scabies,filariasis,cough,chest pain,enhances fertility

Gbonsere, Panisa, Ponsere,Kookoocikoo

Snuff-box tree,fried-egg tree

Koyin-solorun,Inuwar gadaa

Guinea worms,abscesses, gonorrhoea, asthma, whooping cough,purgative,astringent.

Jeenu benu, Patanmo,Oneko,Tsuku

Yellow oxalis,wood sorrel

Guinea peanut,lucky tree

Jagborokun,rogbo-aguntan,Atolo,Ikpere aturu

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

592 Pancratium trianthum Liliaceae Pancratium lily Bulb Visual hallucination,convulsion,cold.

593 Parinari curatellaefolia Rosaceae Abo-idofun,Rura Rough-skinned plum Roots,leaves,bark

594 Parinari macrophylla Rosaceae Gwasa,putu,Rura Kernels,fruits

595 Parkia biglobosa Leguminosae

596 Paropsia guineansis Passsfloraceae Akapue, koropo Roots Toothache

597 Parquetina nigrescens Periplocaceae Ogbo African parquetina Leaves,latex,bark,roots

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

599 Paullinia pinnata Sapindaceae Leaves, seeds, roots

600 Paulowilhelnua polyspernia Acantuaceae Leaves Guineaworm

Alubosa-Oloko,Hatsin manoomaa

Skin infections,antipyretic,anthelmintics,nervous disorders,cough

Neou oil tree,ginger bread plum

Malaria,skin infections,anthelmintic,antibacterial,cough,purgative,cardiac tonic,eye diseases,astringent.

Igba, 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.

Gonorrhea,skin diseases,menstrual disorders,cardiac tonic,dysentery, Blood tonic.

Kakansenla, Obi-Omode,Isu-omode,Itakun-okere,Ogberi-akuko,Yatsabiyar

Hippo cola, five fingers,water cola

Sore throat, leprosy, jaundice, menstrual disorder, sore throat, black tongue,ophthalmia,dysentery,haemostatic agent,astringent.aphrodisiac, malaria.

601 Pedalium murex Pedialiaceae Whole plant, fruits

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

603 Pennisetum purpureum Poaceae Elephant grass Whole plant Gastro-intestinal disorders,diuretic,mumps

604 Pentaclethra macrophylla Leguminosae Apapa, Pala,pakala,Ugba Africa Oil bean tree Leaves, bark, root

605 Pentadesma butyracea Guttiferae Orogbo erin,iroro,Oze Butter tree,tallow tree Seeds Anthelmintic

606 Peperomia pellucida Piperaceae Rinrin, renren Sumlako, silver bush Whole plant Convulsions, wounds,mental disorders,hypertension

607 Pergularia daemia Asclepiadaceae Atufa, Oju-Kokarun,Utaezi Pergularia

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

609 Persea americana Lauraceae Avocado pear Leaves, fruits,seeds Hypertension,malaria,insomnia,gastro-intestinal disorders

610 Petersianthus macrocarpus Lecythidaceae Akasun, Upi Stinkwood Stem twigs Chronic bronchitis,lumbago,headache.

Gonorrhoea, diuretic, demulcant, spermatorrhoea, dysurin, enlarged spleen.

Esu-funfun,eesu,esusun-funfun,Achara,Dawarkada

Fever, stomachache, appetizer, general weakness,anthelmintics,sore,jaundice.

Leaf, twigs, root bark, stem

Rheumatism, intestinal worms, piles, catarrhal diseases,craw-craw,coughs,emmenagogue,smallpox,mental disorder,skin diseases,diarrhoea, eye infection.

Pia, apoka,Ubebekee,Ube oyinbo

611 Petiveria alliacea Phytolaccaceae Awogba Anamu Whole plant,leaves,root

612 Petroselinum crispum Apiaceae Pasili Parsley Whole plant

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,leaves

617 Phyllanthus amarus Euphorbiaceae Whole plant

618 Phyllanthus muellerianus Euphorbiaceae Myrobalan Whole plant

619 Physalis angulata Solanaceae Ground angular cherry Whole plant Fever, asthma, diarrhoea, throat swelling,infertility, malaria.

620 Physostigma venosum Leguminosae Isho,Esgerem Seeds

All purpose herb for cancer,antimicrobial,diabetes,stroke,diuretic,sedative,abortifacient,analgesic,anthelmintics,cough,insecticide,snake repellant.

Carminative,stimulant,Vitamin C,emmenagogue,asthma,diuretic,antipyretic,conjunctivitis,jaundice.

Genito-urinary disorders, cough, asthma, fever, gonorrrhoea,demulcent

Eyin-olobe,ehinbinisowo, yoloba,Geron-tsuntsaye

Phyllanthus,amarus plant

Gonorrhoea, genito-urinary diseases,asthma,diabetes,typhoid fever, jaundice, stomach-ache, dysentery,ringworm, hypertension.

Arunjeran, Asasa,egungun-eja,eegun-eja,Kumcii,Egueza

Jaundice, skin diseases,antimicrobials, stomach problems, fever, cough,insomnia,dysentery.

Koropo, papo,Putu,Matsarmana

Chopnut, Calabar bean, ordeal bean

Glaucoma, antidote to atropine and strychnine poison, contraction of pupils,jiggers,poison.

621 Phytolacca dodecandra Phytolaccaceae Dere, Osun-erin. Young leaves,twig Bilharzia,purgative,emetic,vermifuge

622 Picralima nitida Apocynaceae Erin, eso abere,Osu igwe Picralima Root, seeds,bark

623 Piliostigma reticulatum Leguminosae Abafe,Kargoo Piliostigma, kargo

624 Piper guineense Piperaceae Climbing black pepper Fruits, leaves,seeds

625 Piper nigrum Piperaceae Fruit

626 Piper umbellatum Piperaceae Ewe efon, iwere Wild pepper leaves, root, fruits

627 Piptadeniastrum africanum Leguminosae Agbonyin,Ufi,Kiriya kurmi Dahoma Stem twigs,leaves

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

Elephant tree,allspice,pokeberry,garget,scoke

Fever, dysmenorrhoea, hypertension, herpes, diabetes,anthelmintics, malaria.

Leaves, pods, stem twigs, roots

Fever, ulcer, rheumatism, cough, tooth-ache,hookworms,diuretic,diabetes

Iyere, Ata-iyere,Ozeza,Masooroo

Herbal recipe ingredient, rheumatism,antipyretic, anti-emetic, stomachache, mental illness,anthelmintic,carminative,impotence,antimicrobials,hypertension

Black pepper White peper

Diuretic, carminative, aromatic, diaphoretic, piles, diarrhoea, boils, Rheumatic, pains, toothache, emmenagogue antiperiodic.

Rheumatism, inflammatory tumours, carmative,diuretic,emmenagogue,pile,urinary disorders

Purgative,headache,toothache,enema,cardiac tonic,irregular menstruation,coated tongue.