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ABSTRACT
Eye diseases remain a significant public health concern in Nigeria, particularly in regions like Edo State. Medicinal plants have been used for centuries for the treatment of various ailments, including eye disorders. These plants contain bioactive compounds that have therapeutic properties and can be used to alleviate symptoms and promote general health. The purpose of this study was to assess the perception of medicinal plants being used as a tool for treatment of eye diseases in Egor, Benin city, Edo state. A descriptive cross-sectional study design using a simple random sampling technique method in which 400 consenting adult was used. The result gotten showed that, a majority of individuals (57.4%) possessed reasonable knowledge regarding the use of medicinal plants. However, their knowledge about utilizing medicinal plants for treating eye diseases is comparatively low (33.0%). In raising awareness about the use of medicinal plants, family members, elders played an essential role (47.9%). Although most respondents (80.9%) remained neutral about the significance of preserving traditional knowledge and its usage for eye diseases, majority (60.7%) welcomed the combination of traditional and modern medicine for treating eye diseases. Surprisingly, a significant proportion of respondents (71.3%) are willing to utilize traditional herbal medicines if they are safe and effective after clinical trials. The data collected was analyzed using SPSS version 20 and with a statistical test like chi-square tests. This study will help to know the implications for preserving indigenous knowledge, improving eye health outcomes, and fostering collaboration between traditional and modern healthcare.
