A search for natural bioactive compounds in Bolivia through a multidisciplinary approach : 3. Evaluation of the antimalarial activity of plants used by Altenos Indians

A total of 40 plant extracts traditionally used by the Altenos Indians, a native community living between the Andean block and the tropical valleys of Bolivia, were screened for antimalarial activity in vitro on #Plasmodium vinckei petteri#. Eleven extracts displayed good or moderate activity in vivo, and ten extracts good or very good antimalarial activity in vitro. Results of the screening are discussed here in relation with the traditional use of plants. (Résumé d'auteur