Research and Promoters of African Medicinal Plants
Tribulus Terrestris Plant (Herbal Uses and Health Benefits ) Tribulus is a genus of plants in the family Zygophyllaceae that grows in diverse climates and soils worldwide. The most well-known species is Tribulus terrestris, also called puncture vine, goat’s head, or caltrop. It is a small, creeping plant with yellow flowers and spiny fruits that…
Sage Plant (Salvia officinalis) Amazing Health benefits The sage plant is a common name for Salvia officinalis, a perennial herb that belongs to the mint family. It has grey-green leaves and blue-purple flowers that are used for culinary and medicinal purposes. The sage plant is native to the Mediterranean region, but it has been naturalized…
Psyllium (Plantago ovata) is a plant species that belongs to the family Plantaginaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region and naturalized in many parts of the world. It is also known by various common names, such as blond plantain, desert Indianwheat, blond psyllium, and ispaghol. It is mainly cultivated for its seeds and husks,…
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Treating Sciatica Using Herbs What is Sciatica Sciatica is a condition that causes pain, tingling or numbness in the lower back, buttocks and leg. It is usually caused by pressure on the sciatic nerve, which is the longest and thickest nerve in the body. Sciatica can be treated with rest, painkillers, exercises, injections or surgery,…
Coat Button Plant (Tridax procumbens) Coat Button Plant (Tridax procumbens) is a flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to the tropical Americas but has been introduced to many other regions of the world. It is also known as coat buttons, tridax daisy, cadillo chisaca, and herbe caille The plant has white or…
Amazing Benefits of Bahama grass (Cynodon dactylon) Bahama grass is a common name for Cynodon dactylon, a grass that is native to Europe, Africa, Australia and much of Asia. It is also known by many other names, such as Bermuda grass, couch grass, devil’s grass, dog’s tooth grass, and wiregrass Bahama grass is widely used as…
The Healing Power of the Para cress (toothache plant) Para cress is a flowering herb belonging to the Asteraceae family. It is also known as the toothache plant, Szechuan buttons, buzz buttons, ting flowers, and electric daisy. The plant is native to Brazil, although its exact distribution is unclear. The leaves of the plant are…
Healing Power of the Yohimbe (Pausinystalia johimbe) Plant Yohimbe is an African evergreen tree called the Pausinystalia johimbe. It is commonly used to treat erectile dysfunction and has become a growing trend among bodybuilders to help with fat loss. Yohimbe is believed to work by blocking alpha-2 adrenergic receptors, which plays an important role in…
The Amazing Health Benefits and Uses of the Star Fruit (Averrhoa carambola) Averrhoa carambola, commonly known as star fruit, is a small, slow-growing, short-trunked tropical tree that probably originated in Malaysia, Indonesia, and southern China. It is grown commercially in many tropical and sub-tropical areas around the world for its unusual fruit. The fruit has distinctive…
Kinkeliba (Combretum micranthum) Amazing Healing properties The kinkeliba plant is a shrub that is native to West Africa. It belongs to the Combretaceae family and its scientific name is Combretum micranthum. The plant grows in arid land and can measure from 2 to 5 meters, often gathered in bushes. It has leathery, dark green leaves…
The Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) Fenugreek is a plant that belongs to the pea family and has many uses in cooking and medicine. Fenugreek, also known as Trigonella foenum-graecum, is an annual plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to southern Europe and the Mediterranean region, but it is now cultivated worldwide as a semiarid…
Medical benefits of Withania somnifera (ashwagandha) Withania somnifera (ashwagandha), also known as ashwagandha or Indian ginseng, is a plant used in traditional Indian medicine for various purposes. These are some of the health benefits of the ashwagandha plant Reducing stress and anxiety. Ashwagandha is an adaptogen, which means it helps the body cope with stress. Some…
Dandelion health benefits Dandelion is a flowering plant that belongs to the genus Taraxacum. It is commonly known for its yellow flowers and is often considered a weed. However, it has many health benefits and has been used in traditional medicine for centuries. Dandelion leaves, roots, and flowers are highly nutritious and are rich in…
Black seed Black seeds, also known as Nigella sativa, are a common kitchen ingredient with a pungent, bitter, and peppery flavour with nuances of the aroma of oregano and nutmeg. They are also called onion seeds, fennel flower seeds, black caraway, Roman coriander, and kalonji. These seeds are added to Mediterranean and Indian cuisines to…
Benefits of the iboga plant Iboga plant, a rainforest shrub native to Central Africa has psychoactive and medicinal properties. Here are some key points: Iboga plant is a member of the Apocynaceae family that grows in moist soil and partial shade. It has yellowish root bark and contains ibogaine and other alkaloids that can cause hallucinations and brain stimulation. Traditional use: Iboga is used…
Blue Vervain Plant (Verbena Hastata) The Blue vervain is a wildflower native to North America and some parts of Africa that is often seen growing in moist, grassy meadows and along streams and roadsides where it brightens the landscape with spiky, bluish-purple blooms from midsummer to early autumn. It is also known as American blue vervain…
African Star Apple African star apple, also known as Chrysophyllum albidum, is a native fruit that grows in tropical countries of Africa like Nigeria and Uganda. The fruit is sweet and sour and has a pink-coloured pulp that is used to make juice, jams, syrup, marmalade, and soft drinks. Properties of African Star Apple African…
Lemon Lemons are a type of citrus fruit that are well-known for their sour taste and acidic properties. They are an excellent source of vitamin C, fibre, and various beneficial plant compounds that can help support cardiovascular health and prevent kidney stones and anaemia, among other benefits. Lemons are commonly used in cooking and baking…
Obesity Obesity is a medical condition that involves having too much body fat. It is a complex disease that increases the risk of many other diseases and health problems, such as heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, liver disease, sleep apnea, and certain cancers The Process of Obesity The process of obesity is the…
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) Vitamin B1 is a water-soluble vitamin that is essential for glucose metabolism and nerve, muscle, and heart function. It is also known as thiamin or thiamine. we consume this vitamin in our daily meals and supplements, which can be sourced from either animal liver, beef etc or plants like spinach, sesame, sunflower…
