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The "remédios do mato" for specialists local community São João da Várzea, Mossoró, RN, Brasil

The objective of this study was to interpret the local knowledge of two experts on the therapeutic plant resources. Adopted the techniques of participatory research, semi-structured interviews, history of life, free listing and "walk-in-the-woods". We identified 41 species in 28 botanical families. The phenology and conservation of species observed contribute to the development of alternative, more sustainable use and management of local resources.

Medicinal plants; Local knowledge; Plant conservation


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