Botanical Name: Scilla mischtschenkoana
Other Names: Scilla sardensis, Chionodoxa forbesii, Scilla madeirensis, Scilla mischtschenkoana.
Originating from the mountainous regions of northern Iran, the prize-winning Scilla mischtschenkoana, also known as White Squill, stands out as the earliest bloomer, typically gracing gardens in late winter or early spring.
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Botanical Name: Senna alata
Other Names: Candle bush, craw-craw plant, acapulo, ringworm bush, or ringworm plant.
S. alata, alternatively recognized as Cassia alata, is a herb that is extensively distributed within the Leguminosae family. Referred to by various names such as candle bush, craw-craw plant, acapulo, ringworm bush, or ringworm plant, it enjoys widespread recognition. This plant is commonly encountered in Asia and Africa, where it is known by numerous local names.
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Botanical Name: plantago ovata
Other Names: Isabgol.
Psyllium is a soluble fiber primarily employed as a mild, bulk-forming laxative, commonly found in products like Metamucil. Derived from the shrub-like herb Plantago ovata, which is prevalent worldwide but particularly abundant in India, psyllium originates from the gel-coated seeds of the plant.
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Botanical Name: Morinda citrifolia
Other Names: Noni, great morinda, cheezefruit, morinda, mouse’s pineapple, yellow root, jumbie breadfruit, hog apple, pain killer, mengkudu.
Morinda citrifolia is a compact tree or expansive evergreen shrub, reaching a height of about 3–10 m when fully grown, with a stem diameter of 15 cm or more. Occasionally, the plant adopts a liana-like growth habit, seeking support from other plants.
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Botanical Name: Moringa oleifera
Other Names: Horseradish tree, drumstick tree, African moringa, radish tree, arango, badumbo, ben, bentree, ben oil tree, caragua, murunga, murinna, moringo, la mu shu, maranga- calalu, teberindo.
Moringa Leaf Powder is a nutrient-rich supplement. The leaves undergo careful grinding and processing, resulting in a purely vegetarian, power-packed supplement that enhances your health regimen. Just two small portions a day are sufficient. Moringa powder also serves as an excellent table condiment.
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Botanical Name: Moringa oleifera
Other Names: Horseradish tree, drumstick tree, African moringa, radish tree, arango, badumbo, ben, bentree, ben oil tree, caragua, murunga, murinna, moringo, la mu shu, maranga- calalu, teberindo.
The leaves of the Moringa plant are arranged alternately, measuring 7-60 cm in length. They are tripinnately compound, and each pinnate features 4-6 pairs of leaflets. These leaflets are dark green, elliptical to obovate, and approximately 1-2 cm in length. The inflorescences of Moringa are 10-20 cm long, forming spreading panicles that host numerous fragrant flowers.
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Botanical Name: Salacia Reticulata
Other Names: Saptarangi, Chinese salacia, Lolly berry, Ekanayaka, Ekanayakana Balli
Salacia reticulata Wight, belonging to the Hypocrataceae family, is a woody climbing shrub characterized by greenish-brown bark. It is native to India and Sri Lanka. Additionally, related species such as S. chinensis and S. oblonga can be found in various regions across Asia and other parts of the world.
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Botanical Name: Asclepiadaceae
Other Names: Gurmar, Australian cow plant, chigeng teng, buti, kober, mesasrngi, podapatri.
Gymnema (Gymnema sylvestre) is a plant indigenous to India and Africa, traditionally employed in Ayurvedic medicine. However, there is limited evidence supporting its health benefits. Gymnema is known to contain chemicals that can decrease the absorption of sugar in the stomach.
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Botanical Name: Asclepiadaceae
Other Names: gymnema, Australian cowplant, and Periploca of the woods, and the Hindi term gurmar.
Gymnema sylvestre, a member of the Asclepiadaceae family, is commonly referred to as “gurmar” due to its notable ability to act as a sugar destroyer. This herb holds a distinguished reputation in the Ayurvedic system of medicine.
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Botanical Name: Cassia angustifolia
Other Names: Senai, Nelavarike, Nilavirai, Nelatangedu, Nilavilakku, Swarnapatri.
Senna is the fruit (pod) or leaf of the plant Senna alexandrina. It is approved in the US as a laxative for short-term treatment of constipation. Senna contains many chemicals called sennosides. Sennosides irritate the lining of the bowel, which causes a laxative effect.
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