The Society for Economic Botany (SEB) has decided to rename its flagship journal Economic Botany to Ethnobotany and Economic Botany, a change that will take effect on 1 January 2026 . This follows a broader rebranding of the Society itself to the Society for Ethnobotany, which was approved by 78 % of voting members in a 2023 amendment.

Plant taxonomy underpins biodiversity research and conservation, but global disparities in training and resources hinder progress, especially in biodiversity-rich regions. Through a global survey of taxonomists and trainers, we reveal that 48% of countries have fewer than ten active plant taxonomists and that there are stark regional gaps in access to basic tools and infrastructure. A 'limitations index' highlights Angola, Benin, Botswana, Colombia, Sierra Leone, and Venezuela as facing the greatest challenges. To address these imbalances and build crucial taxonomic capacity, we advocate for inclusive and regionally adapted programs with improved access to infrastructure, engaging teaching methods, cascading mentorship, and stronger collaboration. Strategic investment in plant taxonomy training is essential to realizing the full potential of global plant diversity.

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Background For centuries, farmers in central Uganda have used diverse medicinal plants in ethnoveterinary medicine for treating chicken diseases. However, the unique plant species used, and associated ethnoveterinary knowledge had not been well documented. Hence this research reports the medicinal plants used in the management of chicken diseases in Najjembe sub-county, Buikwe District, Central Uganda to guide the advancement and sustainable use of these plants in the future. Methods An ethno...

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Traditional medicine was in the spotlight during the 78th World Health Assembly, 19–27 May 2025 in Geneva, Switzerland, with delegates emphasizing research, innovation, regulation, equity and collaboration to accelerate the integration of traditional medicine in health systems around the world. A major milestone was achieved on 26 May 2025, when the Member States agreed on the new WHO Global Traditional Medicine Strategy 2025–2034 to take forward the development of evidence-based practice of ...

This study explored the potential of Psorospermum febrifugum extracts as a promising natural treatment option for acne vulgaris. Previous research suggests that P. febrifugum extracts might hold promise against factors that worsen acne vulgaris. This valuable information is however still scattered across various scientific publications, and this has hindered its accessibility, comprehensive understanding, and easy usage. There is need to review, synthesize, and compile this valuable information into a user-friendly article to enable easy understanding, accessibility, and usability of P. febrifugum bark extract as an option to treat acne vulgaris.

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Background Female Anopheles mosquitoes are the primary vectors for malaria transmission within communities, significantly contributing to the high burden of malaria in Africa overall and Uganda specifically. Many tropical plants have insect-repellent properties and have traditionally been used in their native regions to prevent mosquito bites. Methods A cross-sectional ethnobotanical survey was conducted between January 2025 and May 2025 in five districts of the West Nile Subregion: Adjumani,...