Medicinal

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Tylophora

Description Tylophora is a genus of climbing plants that belong to the Apocynaceae family. There are about 85 species of Tylophora, and they are distributed in tropical and subtropical regions around the world. Many species of Tylophora have been used in traditional medicine for their anti-inflammatory, anti-asthmatic, and anti-cancer properties. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Magnoliopsida…
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Piptadenia Obliqua

Description Piptadenia obliqua, also known as the “Bolaina” or “Sibipiruna” tree, is a tropical tree native to South America. It is a member of the Fabaceae family and can grow up to 30 meters tall. The tree is highly valued for its ornamental value and medicinal properties. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Fabales Family…
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Psoralea Arborea

Description Psoralea Arborea, also known as the dune pea or white psoralea, is a plant species that belongs to the family Fabaceae. It is native to South Africa and is known for its medicinal and ornamental properties. It is a small tree that can reach up to 5 meters in height when mature. The bark is grey, rough and fissured,…
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Schisandra

Description Schisandra is a woody vine native to China, Korea, and Russia. It is commonly known as the five-flavor berry due to its sweet, sour, salty, bitter, and pungent taste. Schisandra belongs to the family Schisandraceae and is used in traditional Chinese medicine as a tonic for liver health, stress relief, and anti-aging. It is also consumed as a food…
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Nothapodytes

Description Nothapodytes is a genus of small trees and shrubs that belongs to the family Icacinaceae. It is native to India and Sri Lanka and is known for its medicinal properties. The plant has a long history of use in traditional medicine, especially in Ayurveda, for the treatment of various ailments. The species Nothapodytes foetida has been extensively studied for…
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Sigesbeckia Pubescens

Description Sigesbeckia Pubescens, commonly known as the hairy sigesbeckia or the Chinese fever vine, is an herbaceous perennial plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is native to China and is widely distributed in other Asian countries, including Japan, Korea, and Vietnam. The plant can grow up to 1 meter in height and produces yellow flowers that bloom in…
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Sclerocarya

Description Sclerocarya is a genus of trees native to Africa. They are known for their edible fruit, medicinal properties, and valuable timber. There are two species in this genus: Sclerocarya birrea and Sclerocarya caffra. These trees can grow up to 20 meters tall and have a broad, spreading canopy. They have a deep taproot that allows them to survive in…
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Cinnamomum Cassia

Description Cinnamomum Cassia is a plant from the Laurel family that is well-known for its spice and medicinal properties. It is native to southern China and is also grown in other parts of Asia. This plant is a small to medium-sized tree that can grow up to 10-15 meters tall. The bark of the tree is thick and rough, and…
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Chlorogalum Pomeridianum

Chlorogalum Pomeridianum, commonly known as Soap Plant, is a perennial herb that belongs to the family Asparagaceae. It is native to the western United States and grows in areas with well-drained soil and plenty of sunlight. This plant has a wide range of uses, including medicinal, culinary, and cosmetic purposes. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta Class Liliopsida…
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Borago

Description Borago (Borago officinalis) is a popular flowering plant known for its culinary and medicinal uses. It belongs to the Boraginaceae family and is native to the Mediterranean region, although it can now be found in many parts of the world. The plant is an annual herb that grows up to 2 feet tall and 1 foot wide. Taxonomic Information…
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