More than 7200 species of plants, 12-19% of they are endemic, are
reported in Ethiopia. Nearly 80% of its people used such plants for
various health ailments, including hepatic disorders. Hence, this review
examined the use patterns of traditional medicinal plants utilized for
hepatic disorders in Ethiopia for further studies. Ethnobotanical and
related studies were reviewed using online internet and manual search
engines. The review showed that 276 plant species belonging to 89
families were used. The commonly utilized families were Asteraceae,
Fabaceae, and Euphorbiaceae. Justicia schimperiana, Croton
macrostachyus, and Phytolacca dodecandra were among the most utilized
plant species. Herbs, shrubs, and trees were their growth forms, while
leaves and roots were their commonly utilized parts. Pounding and
decoction were the major techniques for their preparations, which were
mainly administered orally. Hence, further experimental research is
recommended to standardize their quality and phytochemistry and validate
their safety and efficacy. Documentation and preservation of indigenous
herbal knowledge have also been strengthened.