Research and Promoters of African Medicinal Plants
Mullein The mullein plant has been around for thousands of years. The plant is found in many parts of the world, including the United States, and has more than 200 species. The most popular type commercially used is common mullein (Verbascum thapsus). The leaves are harvested near the bottom of the plant and used either…
Facts About Purslane (Portulaca oleracea) Plant Purslane is a leafy green vegetable that can be consumed either raw or cooked. It is also known as Portulaca oleracea, and is sometimes referred to as pigweed, little hogweed, fatweed or pusley. Purslane has a slightly sour or salty flavour that is akin to spinach and watercress. It…
Apple mint (mentha suaveolens) Natural health benefits of apple mint Apple mint (mentha suaveolens) is a perennial herb plant that grows tall and is sometimes called the woolly mint. This herb grows taut to a height of 40 to 100 centimetres and spreads as broad foliage. In early times, the Greeks used apple mint to…
Cassava Leaf Common name: cassava Botanical name: Monihot utilisima Manihot utilissima, more commonly known as cassava, is a woody shrub native to South America. It is also referred to as manioc or yuca. Cassava is a staple food in many tropical and subtropical regions, providing a significant source of carbohydrates. Health Benefits Of Monihot utilising Rich in Nutrients:…
Treat External Pile (Rectum Prolaspsed) With Cocoyam Leaves (Xanthosoma sp) Common name: Cocoyam Botanical name: Xanthosoma sp Xanthosoma is a genus of flowering plants in the arum family, Araceae. These lush plants are frequently referred to as “elephant ears” due to their large, elephant-ear-like leaves. Let’s explore more about Xanthosoma: Several species within this genus are grown for their starchy…
Pain Killers Pain killers are medicine for relieving pains they are generally made from plants and are also known as analgesics . Herbal Pain Killers: I This is the use of natural herbs to relief pains. Garlic is use to relieve earache. Cherries are use for joints pain killer. Turmeric reliefs chronic pains. Blueberries ease…
Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) Thyme belongs to the mint family and it it known for its fabulous spicy set to give a wonderful taste. ancient Egyptians use this plant for their embalming activities and Greek for incense. Besides using this plant as spice for food, here are some of its health importance. Health Benefits of Thyme…
Goat weed (Ageratum Conyzoides) Goat weed (Ageratum Conyzoides) this is a plant that grows wildly around our surrounding having a purples flower as shown in the picture above. It is a local plant that has been in existence for a long time it contains many bioactive compounds which includes flavonoids, alkaloids, cumarins, essential oils and…
