Abstract:Background: Worldwide mountain regions are recognized as hotspots of ethnopharmacologically relevant species diversity. The high plant diversity and isolated population of South Tyrol (Southern Alps, Italy) have prospered a unique traditional botanical knowledge of medicinal plants, which dates back to prehistoric times. However, changes in rural life and culture may threaten the unique biodiversity and cultural heritage. Our study aims to collect and analyze information on native plants used in traditional fo… Show more
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