Traditional Medicine
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Achillea Setacea
Description Achillea Setacea, commonly known as Bristly Yarrow, is a perennial herbaceous plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Morocco. The plant grows up to 60cm tall and has a sturdy stem with grey-green leaves. The flowers bloom in late spring and summer and are usually white or cream-colored.…
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Rhynchosia Precatoria
Description Rhynchosia Precatoria, also known as “espanta-lobos,” is a tropical legume found in South and Central America, Mexico, and the Caribbean. This plant has been used in traditional medicine for its medicinal properties, including as an anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antimicrobial agent. It can grow up to 3 meters tall and produces yellow flowers that bloom from July to September. Taxonomic…
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Trigonella Foenum-Graecum
Description Trigonella Foenum-Graecum, commonly known as Fenugreek, is a herbaceous plant that belongs to the family Fabaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region but is now widely cultivated in other parts of the world. The plant has small, white flowers that bloom in the summer and produce long, slender pods containing brown seeds. The seeds are the most commonly…
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Oreocnide Frutescens
Oreocnide frutescens is a unique flowering plant that belongs to the nettle family (Urticaceae). It is commonly known as the Java bush or Java nettle and is native to Southeast Asia, specifically in Java and Sumatra. It is a small shrub that can grow up to 6 feet tall and is commonly used in traditional medicine for its various health…
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Logania
Description Logania is a genus of flowering plants that belongs to the family Loganiaceae. This plant genus is native to Australia, but some species have been found in other parts of the world such as Asia and Africa. Logania has been widely used in traditional medicine for its medicinal properties. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Angiosperms Class Eudicots…
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Visnaga Daucoides
Description Visnaga Daucoides, commonly known as Khella or Bishop’s weed, is a herbaceous plant that belongs to the Apiaceae family. It is native to North Africa and the Middle East but has spread throughout the Mediterranean region and parts of Asia. The plant has a long history of use in traditional medicine for its therapeutic properties, particularly for respiratory and…
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Myrsine Africana
Description Myrsine Africana, also known as African boxwood or Cape myrtle, is a popular plant in Africa for its medicinal properties and use in traditional medicine. It is a small tree or shrub that belongs to the Myrsinaceae family. The plant is native to Africa, specifically in the tropical and subtropical regions of the continent, and can grow up to…
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Symphytum Tuberosum
Description Symphytum Tuberosum, commonly known as Tuberous Comfrey, is a flowering plant that belongs to the Boraginaceae family. It is native to Europe and Asia and is known for its medicinal properties. The plant has a thick, fleshy root that can grow up to 10cm in length. It produces hairy stems that can reach up to 60cm in height. The…
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Stemodia Verticillata
Description Stemodia verticillata, also known as the whorled stemodia, is a perennial herb that belongs to the plant family Scrophulariaceae. It is native to North and South America and can grow up to 2 feet tall. The plant has small, narrow leaves, and produces clusters of small, lavender-blue flowers that bloom in the summer and fall. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya…
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Pluchea Odorata
Description Pluchea odorata, commonly known as Sambong, is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to tropical Asia, including the Philippines, India, and Malaysia. Pluchea odorata has been used for medicinal purposes for centuries and is a popular herb in traditional medicine. It is also used in various cuisines. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae…
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