Liver is the site of various metabolic processes and is also responsible for the elimination of various xenobiotics from the body. Liver injury or liver dysfunction is a major health problem posing serious challenges to health care sector. According to WHO estimates, about 500 million people are affected by liver disorders. Plants are a source of various phytochemicals which could be used for the development of effective therapy to combat liver problems. In this review, attempt has been made to summarize the scientific data published on pharmacological activity of hepatoprotective plants used in traditional medicine by natives of Kashmir Himalayas.