Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: The Bodo community of Northeast India possesses a rich repository of ethnobotanical knowledge, which is deeply embedded within folklore, rituals, and traditional healing practices. This paper explores the symbolic representation of plants, some of their therapeutic applications, and ecological significance, drawing on oral traditions and indigenous healthcare systems. Documenting such knowledge not only preserves an integral aspect of Bodo cultural identity but also highlights the relevance of traditional medicine in contemporary health and biodiversity conservation efforts. By bridging ethnobotany with cultural anthropology, this work underscores the need for safeguarding both plant biodiversity and the intangible heritage it sustains.
Authors: Debojani Narzary, Indira Boro
Institutions: University of Delhi, Bodoland University
Language: English
Subfield: Plant Science
Domain: Life Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4413380278