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Botanical Name: Tylophora asthmatica (L.f.) Wight &Arn.

Other Names: Ananthamul, Antomul, Asclepias asthmatica, Country Ipecacuanha, Cynanchum indicum, Emetic Swallowwort, Indian Ipecac, Indian Ipecacuanha, Tylophora asthmatica, Tylophora indica.

Tylophora asthmatica, an Ayurvedic herb, was not commonly utilized in the past, likely due to limited availability. However, it has gained widespread use in traditional and folklore practices for treating various conditions such as asthma, cough, inflammation, jaundice, snakebite, syphilitic rheumatism, gout, diarrhea, and dysentery.

Medicinal Uses:

• Allergies
• Asthma
• Cancer
• Congestion
• Constipation
• Cough
• Inflamed skin
• Diarrhea
• Bloody diarrhea
• Gas
• Hemorrhoids

Botanical Name: Euphorbia

Other Names: Hairy Spurge, Ara Tanah, Asthma Weed, snake weed

Euphorbia hirta is commonly employed in traditional practices to address a range of health concerns, including female disorders, respiratory ailments such as cough, coryza, bronchitis, and asthma, as well as worm infestations in children. Additionally, it is used for conditions like dysentery, jaundice, pimples, gonorrhea, digestive problems, and tumors.

Medicinal Uses:

• Used traditionally for female disorders
• Respiratory ailments (cough, coryza, bronchitis, and asthma)
• Worm infestations in children
• Dysentery
• Jaundice
• Pimples
• Gonorrhea
• Digestive problems
• Tumors.

Botanical Name: Lobelia

Other Names: Lobelia fulgens, Lobelia siphilitica, Lobelia erinus

Lobelia species encompass both annual and perennial herbs or undershrubs, with occasional instances of shrubby growth, although notably, the “tree” lobelias discovered at elevated mountainous locations in tropical Africa exhibit remarkable arborescent characteristics.

Medicinal Uses:

• Asthma
• Bronchitis
• Pneumonia
• Cough

Botanical Name: Cymbopogon

Other Names: barbed wire grass, silky heads, oily heads, Cochin grass, Malabar grass, citronella grass or fever grass

Lemon grass is a lofty, perennial sedge that produces dense clusters of leaves from a compact rhizome. The culm is sturdy and upright, reaching a height of up to 1.8 meters.

Medicinal Uses:

• Antiseptic
• Analgesic
• Antiemetic
• Antitussive
• Hypotensive
• Antispasmodic
• Antirheumatic
• Anticonvulsant
• Treatment for nervous and gastrointestinal disorders and fevers.

Botanical Name: Evolvulus alsinoides

Other Names: dwarf morning-glory and slender dwarf morning-glory

Evolvulus alsinoides, commonly referred to as dwarf morning-glory and slender dwarf morning-glory, is a flowering plant belonging to the Convolvulaceae family. It exhibits a natural pantropical distribution, thriving in tropical and warm-temperate regions across Australasia, Indomalaya, Polynesia, Sub-Saharan Africa, and the Americas.

Medicinal Uses:

• Decoction in nervous debility
• Loss of memory

Botanical Name: Valerianae radix

Other Names: setwall, Baldrianwurzel,phu.

Valerian, available as a dietary supplement in the United States, is frequently included in products marketed as gentle sedatives and sleep aids targeting nervous tension and insomnia. However, evidence from clinical studies regarding the effectiveness of valerian in treating sleep disorders, such as insomnia, remains inconclusive.

Medicinal Uses:

• Insomnia
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
• Menopause symptoms
• Headaches.

Botanical Name: Sida cordifolia

Other Names: Ilima, flannel weed, bala, country mallow or heart-leaf sida.

Sida cordifolia, originally native to India and now thriving globally, is a shrub frequently incorporated into herbal formulations across various traditional medicinal systems. Notably, Sida cordifolia contains ephedrine, exhibiting stimulant properties reminiscent of amphetamines.

Medicinal Uses:

• Bronchial asthma
• Cold and flu
• Lack of perspiration
• Head ache
• Nasal congestion
• Aching joints and bones
• Cough and wheezing, and edema.

Botanical Name: Ribes nigrum

Other Names: Korintje, Cinnamomum loureiroi or Saigon cinnamon.

Vibrantly yellow and exuding a delightful fragrance, these blossoms form elongated pendulous clusters spanning 30 to 50 cm, proving irresistible to insects and butterflies. The ensuing long cylindrical pods, measuring 40-60 cm, attain a mature, inky black hue and remain indehiscent. Encased within these pods are seeds enveloped in an edible, blackish-brown pulp, characterized by a pungent aroma and sticky sweet taste.

Medicinal Uses:

• Relieving pain
• Edema
• Reducing skin irritation as result of swelling.

Botanical Name: Ribes nigrum

Other Names: Korintje, Cinnamomum loureiroi or Saigon cinnamon.

Cassis leaves, flourishing on vibrant blackcurrant shrubs, emanate a musky, herbal aroma. The essence and taste of the berries permeate every aspect of the plant, imparting a subtly tart undertone to the rich, herbal green. In Europe, the blackcurrant holds a unique and significant status.

Medicinal Uses:

• Hepatoprotective
• Anti-inflammatory
• Antibacterial
• Antitussive
• Antifungal
• Wound healing properties.

Botanical Name: Hemidesmus indicus

Other Names: salsaparrilha, khao yen, saparna.

Sarsaparilla, a plant with medicinal properties, utilizes its root for medicinal purposes. It is employed in the treatment of psoriasis and various skin diseases, rheumatoid arthritis (RA), and kidney ailments. Additionally, sarsaparilla is known to enhance urination, aiding in reducing fluid retention, and promoting increased sweating.

Medicinal Uses:

• Treating joint problems like arthritis
• Healing skin problems like psoriasis
• Eczema
• Dermatitis.