Memorias do Instituto Oswaldo Cruz (Jan 1991)

Plants used in traditional medicine of China and Brazil

  • F. J. A. Matos,
  • M. I. L. Machado,
  • J. W. Alencar,
  • M. E. O. Matos,
  • A. A. Craveiro

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1590/S0074-02761991000600006
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 86
pp. 13 – 16

Abstract

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Eventhough the rationale behind the use of medicinal plantes in Brazil and Chine is different, twenty four species are used in both countries. Scientific name, vulgar name and uses in both countries along with their chemical constituents are listed.

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