Ethnoveterinary practices associated with animal healthcare in Dang District of South Gujarat, India.

The paper deals with the indigenous knowledge of local communities on medicinal plants used for curing various diseases in Dang district, Gujarat state. Information collected is based on interview and observation was cross-checked with traditional herbal practitioners in the region. Adivasi, Kukunas, Kamits, Bhika, Warlis, and Kunbis are the chief communities in this area. This study revealed that 34 plant species were used for curing various diseases and disorders in animals, in this region.