Damiana (Turnera diffusa) is a remarkable shrub native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. This plant has been treasured for centuries for its diverse therapeutic properties, making it a go-to remedy in traditional medicine. Let’s explore some of the… Read More »Unlocking 7 Benefits of Damiana: Nature’s Herbal Remedy (Aphrodisiac and Mood Enhancer)
This study, conducted in 2020-2021 in Güroymak (Bitlis), is the first to document the traditional medicinal plant usage in the district. Researchers interviewed 120 participants from 29 villages with strong ethnobotanical knowledge. They identified 60 plant taxa from 26 families… Read More »Traditional Plants Used for Medicinal Purposes in Güroymak (Bitlis/Turkey) District
The tongue plays a crucial role in various physiological functions, including taste, speech, and swallowing. Here’s an overview of its functions and importance: 1. Taste Function: The tongue is covered with taste buds, which are sensory organs that detect different… Read More »The Function and Importance of the Tongue
Liver disease encompasses a range of conditions that impact the liver’s structure and function, resulting in compromised liver health. There are numerous types of liver diseases, each with distinct causes, symptoms, and treatment approaches. Some prevalent liver diseases are hepatitis,… Read More »Herbs for the Liver 2 – Hepatogenic / Hepatoprotective Medicinal Plants
Overview Latin Name: Valeriana officinalis Family: Caprifoliaceae Synonyms: Valerian root, Valeriana, Valeriana radix Common Names: Valerian, All-heal, Garden Valerian, Capon’s tail, Phu, Setwell, Vandal root Natural or Hybrid: Valeriana officinalis is a natural plant species. Wild Species: Valeriana officinalis is… Read More »Valerian – Uses and Benefits
Common Name: Purslane Scientific Name: Portulaca oleracea Family: Portulacaceae Common Names: Purslane, Common Purslane, Verdolaga, Pigweed, Little hogweed Natural or hybrid: Purslane (Portulaca oleracea) is considered a natural plant species. Wild Species: Purslane (Portulaca oleracea) is primarily a wild species… Read More »Purslane – Benefits and Uses
Mullein, also known as Verbascum thapsus, is a medicinal plant that has been used for various health purposes. It is known for its soothing properties and has traditionally been used for respiratory conditions such as coughs, bronchitis, and asthma. Mullein… Read More »Simple Mullein Tonic (Respiratory Conditions)
Overview Scientific name: Mitragyna speciosa Other names: Kratom is also known by various other names, including Biak-Biak, Kratum, Kakuam, Ithang, and Thom. Family: Rubiaceae Habitat: Kratom is a tropical evergreen tree native to Southeast Asia. It is found primarily in… Read More »Kratom – Benefits, Uses, Cautions and Recipes
Scientific name: Azadirachta indica Other names: Margosa tree, Indian lilac, Nimtree Family: Meliaceae Habitat: Neem is said to be native to the Indian subcontinent, specifically India, Nepal, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. It is also cultivated in many tropical and… Read More »Neem
Overview Lemongrass, also known as Cymbopogon citratus, is a versatile herb that has been used for centuries for its medicinal and culinary properties. This herb is native to Asia, Africa, and South America and is widely cultivated for its essential… Read More »Lemon Grass Uses and Benefits
Latin Name: Petiveria alliacea Family: Phytolaccaceae Synonyms: Mapa graveolens Vell., P. corrientina Rojas, P. foetida Salisb., P. graveolens (Vell.) Stellfeld, P. hexandria, P. paraguayensis Common Names: Anamu, Apacin, Apacina, Apazote de Zorro, Aposin, Aveterinaryte, Calauchin, Congo root, Emeruaiuma, Garlic weed,… Read More »Anamu (Guinea Hen Weed) Benefits and Uses
This is from a research paper from the Cameroon looking at local herbs used for as malaria remedy. Researchers: Focho, D. A.1, Ndam, W. T.1 and Fonge, B. A.2 1. Department of Plant Biology, University of Dschang, P. O. Box… Read More »Medicinal Plants Used in Traditional Treatment of Malaria in Cameroon