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Ground-ivy It has been used as a "lung herb". [82] Other traditional uses include as an expectorant, astringent, and to treat bronchitis. [83] The essential oil of the plant has been used for centuries as a general tonic for colds and coughs, and to relieve congestion of the mucous membranes. Glycyrrhiza glabra: Licorice root
Although more than 12,000 Sanskrit plant names have been identified in classical Ayurvedic texts (including samhitas and nighantus) there is great difficulty in establishing exact botanical identities of many referenced species. [13] Plants are prepared according to tradition, utilizing specific plant parts as indicated in historical texts.
Chamaecostus cuspidatus, common name fiery costus or spiral flag, is a species of herbaceous plant in the family Costaceae native to eastern Brazil (States of Bahia and Espírito Santo). [1] [2] [3] In India, it is known as insulin plant for its purported anti-diabetic properties. [4] Chamaecostus cuspidatus has large fleshy-looking leaves.
Barleria mysorensis, a plant species within the genus Barleria of the family Acanthaceae. It is native to southern India and Sri Lanka. [1] It is widely used as an ayurvedic plant in India and Sri Lanka. In Sri Lanka, it is known as "Katu Nelu". [2] [3]
Commiphora wightii, with common names Indian bdellium-tree, [3] gugal, [4] guggal, guggul, [3] gugul, [3] or mukul myrrh tree, is a flowering plant in the family Burseraceae, which produces a fragrant resin called gugal, guggul or gugul, that is used in incense and vedic medicine (or ayurveda). The species is native to western India, from where ...
The botanical herbal market has been criticized for being poorly regulated and containing placebo and pseudoscience products with no scientific research to support their medical claims. [4] Medicinal plants face both general threats, such as climate change and habitat destruction, and the specific threat of over-collection to meet market demand ...
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It is also included in Indian Ayurveda. It is sometimes added to Chinese herbal tea , [ 3 ] having a mildly sour taste. In traditional Chinese medicine the plant is believed to help the digestive system , and it is also used for other health problems including colds, hepatitis , diarrhea , heat stroke , and dyspepsia .