Founded in 1989 as umbrella organization for European phytotherapy associations. Non-EU phytotherapy associations can join as members. Scientific committee produces reviews of herbal medicinal products
Phytotherapy studies natural extracts as medicines and health-promoting agents. About 80% of world's population relies on traditional medicines. Only 6% of plants have been studied for biological activity
Journal covers Pharmacology, Traditional medicine, Pharmacognosy, Biochemistry and Internal medicine. Most cited papers focus on Traditional medicine, Pharmacognosy, Pharmacology and Biochemistry. Research areas include Antioxidant, Glutathione, Enzyme and Apoptosis studies
Phytotherapy uses plant-derived medications for disease treatment and prevention. Distinguished from traditional herbalism based on empirical knowledge. Numerous clinical trials exist for specific phytotherapeutic preparations