The ethnopharmacological role of Ulmus wallichiana Planch., in osteogenesis: Insights from Indian traditional medicine

Abstract

The Indian Himalayan region has exceptional floral diversity with profound therapeutic value. In this region, indigenous communities and local Vaidhyas still depend upon a natural, plant-based healing system deeply rooted in their cultural practices. This traditional approach includes preventive measures and treatments for various ailments and is achieved through intricate knowledge of medicinal plants. One of the treasures of medicinal heritage is Ulmus wallichiana Planch. which is locally known as Chamarmou. It is widely used as a medication for bone fractures in both humans and animals. The study aims to document and authenticate the traditional preparation methodology of the remedy Chamarmou and to emphasize the urgent need for preserving this knowledge as traditional healers decline in number across the region. It focuses on intergenerational transmission of traditional medicinal practices, dealing the formulation, ingredients, and methods of use to safeguard this unique cultural and medicinal heritage of the Indian Himalayan Region. Chamarmou, prepared from tree bark through six steps to form a paste, is widely used for treating bone fracture in humans and animals. This research contributes traditional healing knowledge and offers insights into indigenous healthcare practices that have long supported local communities.