Research and Promoters of African Medicinal Plants
High John Conqueror Root (Spiritual Uses) This root was used by an African Native Prince who was taken to America as a slave during the slave trade era. He used the root to win so many battles and break barriers, the spiritual attachment to this root is outrageous because it has the power to bring…
VIRAL INFECTION A viral infection is an illness caused by a virus, which is a tiny organism that needs to enter your cells to reproduce. Viral infections can affect different parts of your body, such as your respiratory system, digestive system, skin, and brain. Some examples of viral infections are the common cold, the flu,…
Waterleaf Amazing Health Benefit Waterleaf is native to West Africa, Central America, the Caribbean, and Mexico where its cultivation is believed to have started before migrating to other tropical areas like some parts of North and South America, and Asia. In many places where it is grown, it has names allocated to it which include…
Soursop ( Annona muricata) This fruit offers a variety of health benefits and can be used in different ways to improve one’s well-being. Soursop, also known as Graviola, is a prickly green fruit with a creamy texture and a strong flavour that is often compared to pineapple or strawberry. It is the fruit of Annona…
Jatropha Seeds Uses Seeds Seeds are used to produce insecticides. Jatropha seed is used as a medicine for constipation. Oil extracted from the Jatropha seeds is used as biofuel. Oil The oil is used in torches and lanterns as it burns with clean free smoke. The oil is used to soften the leather. Used as…
Raffia Palm Raffia Palm Health Benefits Edible Uses The sap from the trunk is fermented to make palm wine, which is a very popular drink in West Africa. When fresh, the sap tastes like ginger beer. The alcohol content of the sap increases from less than 2% to about 5% during the first 8 days…
Shea butter This is fat that’s extracted from the nuts of the shea tree. It’s solid at warm temperatures and has an off-white or ivory colour. Shea trees are native to West Africa. Shea butter has been used as a cosmetic ingredient for many years. Its high concentration of vitamins and fatty acids — combined…
Garlic is a plant in the onion family that’s grown for its distinctive taste and health benefits. It contains sulfur compounds, which are believed to bring some of the health benefits. The plant is low in calories and rich in vitamin C, vitamin B6 and manganese. It also contains trace amounts of various other nutrients….
The Amazing Properties of Azolla (Anabaena azolle) Azolla benefits: Azolla is a genus of seven species of aquatic ferns that grow on water’s surface. They have a symbiotic relationship with a cyanobacterium that can fix nitrogen from the air. Azolla is used as a fodder for animals, a biofertilizer for rice, and a biocontrol agent…
Castor Castor Plant and seeds benefit (RICINUS COMMUNIS) Cast0r plant has been used for ages and actually was the first herbs used by Africans Egyptians use it for the lamp and it’s grown Wiley in African countries like Indian, China and some parts of Europe have been using it for ages. Castor oil is a…
Ginger Ginger has a long history of use in various forms of traditional and alternative medicine. It’s been used to aid digestion, reduce nausea, and help fight the flu and common cold, to name a few of its purposes. The unique fragrance and flavour of ginger come from its natural oils, the most important of…
Health benefits of Prekese (Tetrapleura tetraptera) This is a great plant that has been used in Africa over a long period, and it is often used as an ingredient in our daily meal, brewed to be taken as tea and lots of other uses. Prekese is a fruit that comes from a tree native to…
Garden egg Here are some of the incredible health benefits: Garden egg leaves: These are the leaves of a tropical plant that belongs to the eggplant family. They are also known as African eggplant leaves or Igbo in some cultures. Kidney detoxification: The text claims that garden egg leaves can help cleanse the kidney by filtering…
King grass (goat weed) 1. It helps with men’s sexual Health The king grass is a plant that Helps to improve male libido and prevents/helps premature ejaculation. It helps to restore weak erections In Men and enhances men’s sexual power. For men suffering from this just look for king grass, found everywhere, wash, squeeze or…
Jatropha gossypiifolia Health Benefits of Jatropha Gossypiifolia Jatropha gossypiifolia is a shrub that grows in tropical climates and is known by various names such as Bellyache Bush, Cotton Leaf, and Leprous Tree. It has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as abdominal pain, arthritis, asthma, constipation, eczema, fever, hernia, itching,…
Stinging Nettle (Urtica dioica) Benefits of Stinging Nettle Stinging nettle (Urtica dioica) has been a staple in herbal medicine since ancient times. Ancient Egyptians used stinging nettle to treat arthritis and lower back pain, while Roman troops rubbed it on themselves to help stay warm. Its scientific name, Urtica dioica, comes from the Latin word…
Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) Health Benefit Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is a fruit from the nightshade family native to South America. Despite botanically being a fruit, it’s generally eaten and prepared like a vegetable. Tomatoes are the major dietary source of the antioxidant lycopene, which has been linked to many health benefits, including reduced risk of heart…
Facts about Cassia alata(Bush Candle) Cassia alata is a plant originating from Argentina. Commonly referred to as Candle brush, Candlestick, Senna alata and others. In Indonesia C. alata is called as “ketepeng china”. In other parts of South Asia, C. alata has become a herbal plant to treat various diseases in many countries including France. C. alata root…
Neem (Azadirachta indica) Health Benefits, Uses and Precautions Health benefits Neem is a tree, it is scientifically called Azadirachta indica. The bark, leaves, and seeds are used to make medicines. The root, flower, and fruit are also used less frequently. Neem leaves are a treasure trove of bioactive compounds that contribute to their medicinal properties….
Health Benefits and properties of Cleome Viscosa Cleome viscosa L. (Cleomaceae) is a sticky herb with yellow flowers, which resembles to mustard, and is distributed throughout the greater part of India and Africa. The plant is an important traditional medicine of the Indian-Ayurvedic and Chinese-medicine system for rheumatic arthritis, hypertension, malaria, neurasthenia, and snakebite. cleome…
