Studies on the family Fabaceae of Rajshahi district, Bangladesh focusing on important medicinal plants

The family Fabaceae is found across the Rajshahi district, from January 2024 to December 2024 taxonomic investigations were conducted on this family, collecting and identifying 68 species under 46 genera.Habit analysis of plant shows that herbs, shrubs, climbers and trees are represented by 37, 6, 7 and 18 species, respectively.Out of the recorded species, Abrus precatorius L., Canavalia virosa (Roxb.)Wight & Arn., Indogofera tinctoria L. was very rare species in the study area.Data were obtained through interviews and direct plant collection, identifying 68 plant species used for treating various ailments.The scientific name, local name, flowering season, occurrence status, and therapeutic applications of each species were given.The findings highlight the diversity of Fabaceae family and importance of preserving and promoting sustainable of local uses of medicinal plants, ensuring their participation in conservation strategies.