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"What's a weed but a herb whose virtues are yet to be discovered."

Ralph Waldo Emerson

Ashwagandha, Winter Cherry, Indian Ginseng: Withania somnifera Adaptogen, antioxidant, nootropic agent, powerful tonic: Useful in chronic and acute neurological and degenerative conditions, neuro-psychiatric conditions, respiratory, gastrointestinal, arthritic disorders, infertility, loss of vitality and blood disorders	Brahmi, Mandukaparni, Indian Penny Wort: Centella asiatica Adaptogen, antioxidant, nootropic agent, neuroprotective, enhances concentration, memory, improves sleep, reduces anxiety, hair tonic, helpful in neurological and neuro-psychiatric conditions, control of blood pressure, urinary disorders, neuro-psychiatric conditions	Neerbrahmi, Water Hyssop: Bacopa monnieri Adaptogen, antioxidant, neuroprotective, improves memory, concentration, immune function, useful in epilepsy, neuro-psychiatric conditions
Haldi, Haridra, Turmeric: Curcuma longa Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, protective, immuno-modulator, helpful as a general tonic, in neurological and neuro-psychiatric conditions, several skin conditions, wounds and burns, infections, fever, jaundice, gastro-intestinal conditions, uro-genital disorders	Shankapushpi: Convolvulus microphyllus Adaptogen, antioxidant, neuroprotective, improves memory and concentration, helpful in neurological and neuro-psychiatric conditions, epilepsy, also helpful in sun stroke, headache, enuresis, hypertension, bleeding, diabetes	Vacha, Bach, Ghoda Bach, ugragandha, Calamus, Sweet Flag Root: Acorus calamus Antioxidant, adaptogen, mood-enhancer, useful in improving concentration, memory, mood in depression, also helpul in fever, worms, diarrhoea, piles, stammering, flatulence, headache, facial palsy, epilepsy, goitre, respiratory disorders
Amla, Amalki, Indian Gooseberry, Emblic myrobalan: Emblica officinalis Antioxidant, adaptogen, immuno-protective, useful as a general tonic, anti-ageing agent and in a variety of disorders	Haritaki, Abhaya, Chebulic myrobalan: Terminalia chebula Antioxidant, adaptogen, anti-inflammatory, promotes digestion, concentration, helpful in headache, gum and teeth disorders, gastrointestinal disorders, urinary disorders, respiratory disorders	Grithkumari, Aloe: Aloe vera Rejuvinator, popular use in cosmetics, useful in skin conditions, gastrointestinal disorders

The Information is for educational purpose only. Some herbs can have adverse effects if used inappropriately. Always consult professionals before using any as a remedy.

Reference:

National Medicinal Plant Board, India

American Botanical Council

Medicinal Herb Info

Tulsi or Vrinda or the Holy Basil, Ocimum sanctum, is a sacred plant in Indian culture and is planted in a special pot called the vrindavan and has a prominent place in the home garden. It is an antioxidant and is used in several conditions by traditional healers.

The Indian Fig Tree has many species. It is called the Banyan Tree (Ficus benghalensis), Gular, Anjeer, Peepal (Ficus racemosa), Al-teen (Ficus carica). It is an important and sacred tree in India. It is India's National Tree. Under this tree, also called the Bodhi Tree, the Buddha attained nirvana. In fact, the fig tree is special in many cultures and nations. It is found in abundance in the tropical rain forests of India, sustaining the diverse wildlife. The tree bears edible fruits which have nutritive and medicinal benefits. It has a unique life cycle. It grows as an epiphyte, dependent on a host tree for its development and support. The tree can grow to a huge size with aerial prop roots. The seeds are dispersed by birds and animals that feed on the fruits. It bears fruits throughout the year. Its flower is not visible as it blooms inside the infructescence or false fruit. It is pollinated by a tiny fig wasp that lives in the fruit and each species of fig has its own unique species of wasp!

Sacred Garden: Healing Herbs