Research and Promoters of African Medicinal Plants
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…
Red raspberry(heath benefits) Nutrients Red raspberry leaves contain vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E, and B vitamins. These vitamins help support health by preventing oxidative stress and improving cellular processes such as energy expenditure. The leaves also contain calcium, magnesium, and potassium. These minerals help to promote healthy digestion and strong bones. In addition, raspberry…
Mushrooms The Health Benefits of Mushrooms Mushrooms are a type of fungi that can be consumed as food or used for medicinal purposes. They are rich in various chemical properties that can affect human and animal health, nutrition, and functional food Medicinal mushrooms and their benefits: Mushrooms have been used for medicinal purposes for thousands…
Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) is a green aromatic shrub, that is widely used in our daily food for seasoning. Besides its use for seasoning, it has great medicinal value. some of which this article will throw some light on. Research is still going on about the health benefits of the Rosemary plant. But…
Cowpea Cowpea is a highly nutritious food crop that is consumed worldwide. It is an edible bean that is primarily grown in Africa and Asia, as well as in other arid regions of the world. Cowpea is rich in protein, potassium, vitamins, and iron, and has a low fat and high fibre content, making it…
Lady’s finger (okra) Lady’s finger (okra), is classified as a fruit, that is mostly grown in the worm and tropical climates like Africa and south Asia. It is used as a vegetable in cooking, this is common in most African countries where it is either eaten raw or cooked as soup. Okra is packed with…
Amazing Health Benefits of Beetroot Beetroot also known scientifically as Beta vulgaris has become a vital food, its ability to increase athletic abilities and to help remediate lots of health issues has made it become an important ingredient in our daily meals. Today, beet root’s value cuts across a wide range of world prospects, such…
SPINACH (SPINACH DERACEAL) HEALTH BENEFITS AND PROPERTIES Spinach is a highly nutritious vegetable that is rich in vitamins and minerals. Its medicinal properties have been recognized for a long time. With a high protein content and low levels of carbohydrates and fat, spinach is an ideal food for maintaining good health. Its abundance of vitamins…
Bitter leaves (Vernonia amygdalina) Medicinal Benefits and Uses Bitter leaf is used in Africa as a vegetable for food, sometimes washed to reduce the bitter taste, and prepared as salat, enjoyed with great nutritional value attached for nourishment. There are lots of medicinal uses for this plant that can range from skin infections…
Bee nut plant Beenut (Jatropha curcas) is known for various medicinal uses. Its antimicrobial, anti-cancer and anti-HIV activity has been well recognized. Because of its broad-spectrum activity, we investigated aqueous and methanol leaf extracts for cytotoxicity and its potential to inhibit hemagglutinin protein of influenza virus. Natural way of treating stomach ulcer with herbs A…
Wild Tomatoes (Phyalis angulata)-Health Benefits, Properties and How to Use as Herbal Medicines In Central and South America Physalis angulatais is also widely used as a medicinal plant. It is used to treat malaria, toothache, and liver ailments including hepatitis, and rheumatism, and is considered a diuretic and relaxant. Plant infusions are taken to…
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…
Broom weed (sida acuta) Broomweed, also known as Sida acuta, is a natural remedy that has been found to possess potent healing properties. It can effectively treat various ailments, including arthritis, rheumatism, and urinary tract infections. The seeds of broomweed are particularly effective in combating UTIs. I recently discovered that broomweed has numerous health benefits….
Luffa cylindrica Luffa cylindrical, otherwise known as Sponge gourd is a fibrous plant with fruits containing black seeds. The Luffa plant is a cucurbit with other members including snake gourd, pumpkins and cucumbers. It grows as a flowering annual pine with pollinated flowers developing into cylindrical green fruits filled with seeds in a system…
Bitter Kola 1. Cures Impotence Impotence is a malfunction in male genitals caused by a failure to maintain an erection during sexual intercourse. By increasing the blood flow to the genital area, can be used as an effective remedy for ED or erectile dysfunction. Related article(s): Best Exercises for Women 2. Improves Sexual Performance…
Facts About Fedegoso (Cassia_occidentalis) Fedegoso (Cassia_occidentalis) Fedegoso is a plant that is commonly found in Africa and many other parts of the world. In ancient Incan culture, its seeds were used to make a beverage similar to coffee. While the seeds are sometimes used in herbal medicine in small amounts, several studies have shown that…
Yellow oleander(thevetia peruviana) Yellow oleander is an ornamental plant, which is cultivated in gardens. is a poisonous plant native throughout Mexico and in Central America, and cultivated widely as an ornamental. Oleander seeds and leaves are used for medicinal purposes despite their danger. They are used for various conditions such as heart conditions, asthma, epilepsy,…
NONI PLANT (morinda citrifola) The Noni plant commonly known as the great Morinda, Indian mulberry, Nunaakai (Tamil Nadu, India), dog dumpling (Barbados), Mengkudu (Indonesia and Malaysia), Apatot (Philippines), Kumudu (Bali), pace (Java), beach mulberry, cheese fruit, or Noni (Hawaii), is a fruit native to Southeast Asia and Australasia. It is green at first, then turns…