Background: The objective of this study was to establish a regional profile of the indigenous knowledge system
(IKS) for medicinal plant use and cultural practices associated with the healing process of these plants by
traditional healers in the Oshikoto region, Namibia.

Abstract Background: The objective of this study was to establish a regional profile of the indigenous knowledge system (IKS) for medicinal plant use and cultural practices associated with the healing process of these plants by traditional healers in the Oshikoto region, Namibia.