Having medicinal plants at home is very beneficial for health and convenience. Medicinal plants can be used to treat various minor ailments, such as colds, coughs, headaches, and more, without immediately resorting to chemical medications. Additional... With proper placement, you can enjoy the health benefits of medicinal plants while keeping your home green and vibrant. 🌿😊 Here's a list of medicinal plants along with their benefits and uses:
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Benefits: Relieves nausea, colds, and boosts the immune system. Usage: Brewed into tea or added to dishes.
1. Ginger (Zingiber officinale)
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Benefits: Reduces inflammation, aids digestion, and promotes skin health. Usage: Used in herbal drinks or as a paste.
2. Turmeric (Curcuma longa)
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Benefits: Stimulates appetite, supports liver health, and reduces pain. Usage: Boil and drink the extract.
3. Temulawak (Curcuma xanthorrhiza)
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Benefits: Treats burns, moisturizes skin, and supports digestion. Usage: Applied topically or made into juice.
4. Aloe Vera (Aloe barbadensis miller)
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Benefits: Helps with body odor, mouth sores, and vaginal discharge. Usage: Boil for rinsing or use as a compress.
5. Betel Leaf (Piper betle)
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Benefits: Reduces stress, aids digestion, and repels mosquitoes. Usage: Brewed into tea or used in cooking.
6. Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus)
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Benefits: Lowers fever, boosts immunity, and reduces inflammation. Usage: Boil and drink the extract.
7. Sambiloto (Andrographis paniculata)
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Benefits: Treats coughs, strengthens immunity, and soothes the throat. Usage: Squeeze into warm water.
8. Key Lime (Citrus aurantiifolia)
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Benefits: Calms the mind, aids digestion, and adds aroma to dishes. Usage: Boil or use in food/beverages.
9. Pandan (Pandanus amaryllifolius)
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Benefits: Eases digestion, refreshes breath, and reduces stress. Usage: Brew into tea or use in cooking.
10. Mint (Mentha)
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Benefits: Reduces body odor, calms the mind, and aids digestion. Usage: Consumed raw or brewed into tea.
11. Basil (Ocimum basilicum)
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Benefits: Treats bloating, boosts appetite, and relieves muscle pain. Usage: Added to dishes or boiled.
12. Galangal (Alpinia galanga)
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Benefits: Lowers cholesterol, reduces blood pressure, and fights mild infections. Usage: Eaten raw or added to dishes.
13. Garlic (Allium sativum)
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Benefits: Relieves coughs, colds, and boosts stamina. Usage: Made into herbal drinks or consumed raw.
14. Aromatic Ginger (Kaempferia galanga)
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Benefits: Lowers cholesterol, supports digestion, and relieves joint pain. Usage: Boil into herbal drinks.
15. Bay Leaf (Syzygium polyanthum)
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Benefits: Treats hypertension, coughs, and toothaches. Usage: Used as a herbal remedy or cooking ingredient.
16. Bilimbi (Averrhoa bilimbi)
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Benefits: Improves focus, relieves stress, and aids wound healing. Usage: Brewed into tea or applied topically.
