HBIO 260 - Ethnobotany

Credit Hours: 3

Study of cultures as they relate to tradition and use of medicinal plants. This course focuses on the history, anatomy, physiology and biochemistry of these special plants utilized by indigenous cultures with an emphasis on Africa. In particular, aspects of plant defense mechanisms will be explored as it relates to their production of medicinal compounds. Students will be introduced to basic pharmacologic principles relating to these drugs.

Prerequisites: HBIO 111, 112, 114.