Publications by authors named "Florian Wald"
Article Synopsis
- Wild chimpanzees in Uganda's Budongo Forest consume a wide range of plants, some of which may offer medicinal benefits despite being nutritionally poor or toxic.
- The study examined 17 plant samples linked to self-medication behaviors in chimpanzees, finding that many extracts showed significant antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties in lab tests.
- Specifically, the strongest antibacterial effects were noted in extracts from Alstonia boonei and Khaya anthotheca, indicating that these chimpanzees may use these plants to combat infections.
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