phytomedicine


phytomedicine

(fī-tō-med'i-sin), Herbal-based traditional medical practice that uses various plant materials in modalities considered both preventive and therapeutic. [phyto- + medicine]

herb·al ther·a·py

(ĕr'băl thār'ă-pē) The use of herbs and other plants for their medicinal qualities.
Synonym(s): phytomedicine, phytotherapy.