PLANT FOR FUTURE

What is Medicinal plant ?

• Medicinal plants refer to using a plant’s seeds,
berries, roots, leaves, bark or flowers for
medicinal purposes.
• Example:
i. Tulsi
ii. Alove-vera
iii.Turmeric
 What is Medicinal plant ?
• Medicinal plants are plants that have a
recognized medical use.

• Their use ranges the production of mainstream

pharmaceutical products to herbal medicine
preparations.

• Herbal medicine is one of the oldest forms of

medical treatment in human history and could be
considered one of the forerunners of the modern
pharmaceutical trade.
 1. TULSI
• Blood purifier
• Preventive against malaria & dengue
fever
• Chewing tulsi leaves relieves cold & flu
• Chewing 12 leaves of basil, twice a day prevent stress.
• The leaves are a nerve tonic & also sharpen memory.
effective remedy for bronchitis,
• decoction of the leaves +
= asthma, influenza, cough and
honey + ginger
cold
juice of basil leaves +
honey expel renal stone via
• → the urinary tract.
(if taken regularly for 6
months)
 2. NEEM
• Neem inhibits allergic reactions
when applied externally or eaten.
• Oral doses of neem leaf extracts
• reduced insulin requirements by between 30%
and 50% for diabetes.
• Neem extracts give significant protection from
discomfort and speed the healing of gastric
problems
• Neem quickly kills external parasites and a
neem decoction is safer and just as effective as
standard treatments for head lice and scabies. .
 3. ALOE-VERA
(Gritkumari )
• green leaves contain aloe gel
and a sticky yellow residue called latex.
• Burn healing
• Wound healing
• Treat Sunburn
• Radiation-induced skin reactions
• Aloe with conditioner for silkier, smoother hair.
• Take orally to reduce cholesterol and
triglycerides for a healthy heart.
 4. Bhringaraj
• the main herb for the hair
care and cirrhosis
• works to rejuvenate
kidneys and liver. As oil, it treats graying and
balding, makes the hair darker, and promotes
deep sleep. It also improves complexion.
• the root powder is used for treating hepatitis,
enlarged spleen and skin disorders
• anti-inflammatory properties, the herb is also
used for treating hyperacidity.
 5. TURMERIC
• stimulate digestion
• boost liver function
• Curcumin a means of reducing breast
cancer risk among women
• When paired with vitamin D, curcumin
may help protect against Alzheimer's
disease
• curcumin can protect against liver
damage.
 6. GINGER
• stomach-soothing effects
• easing post-surgery nausea and vomiting
• Sipping ginger tea can help calm an upset
stomach, as well as ease congestion when
you've got a cold.
• ginger extract may slow the growth of colorectal
and ovarian cancer cells,
• useful in treating chronic inflammation because
it partially inhibits two important enzymes that
play a role in inflammation gone away --
cyclooxygenase (COX) and 5-lipoxygenase
(LOX).
 7. AMLA
• To stimulate appetite (Use pickles
and preserves made from the green fruits)
• For hemorrhage, diarrhea and dysentery
• Seed fried in ghee and ground in conjee is applied
as Lep to the forehead to stop bleeding from the
nose.
• For hiccup and for painful respiration
Use juice or extract of the fruit combined with
honey and pipli
• Due to vitamin C and polyphenols, is a antioxidant.
• Benefits heart, eyes, and brain
 8.LAVENDER
• using unsweetened tea as a hair rinse to help reduce
hair loss and dandruff
• using the dried flowers in sleep and dream pillows, in
potpourris, sachets and tucked in drawers to freshen
clothing and repel moths
• putting a few drops of oil into warm bath water for a
refreshing and relaxing treat
• the stems with the leaves stripped can be burned like an
incense stick and can also be used in crafts such as
basket weaving and making lavender wands
• A rub down of lavender oil before retiring to bed has
been used to relieve night-time leg muscles spasms. A
few drops of oil rubbed into the skin has been used
traditionally to ease neuralgic pain.
• The straw – stems of dried lavender – have been burned
in bundles as a deodorant and disinfectant in sick rooms.
 9.BRAHMI
• Anxiety (studies suggest as
effective as benzodiazepine drugs), neuroses,
irritability and insomnia associated with stress
• Study, poor memory and concentration, work-
related mental fatigue
• Poor brain function after head trauma
• Asthma and bronchial spasm and/or
inflammation
• posses anticancer activity
 10.BEAL
• Gastroprotection properties
• Control of diabetes
• Cholesterol control
• Antimicrobial properties
• Anti-inflammatory properties:
• Constipation
• Dysentery and diarrhoea
 11.Pippermint
• peppermint leaf tea is used for
relief of an upset stomach.
• mint oils can actually dissolve gallstones
• It is imperative to maintain a low-fat diet,
lose weight, and exercise regularly to
help the peppermint oil work best.
• used as an appetite stimulant
• For a refreshing and cleansing facial
wash
 12. Henna/Mehdi
• Henna is effectively used in the treatment of rheumatic and arthritic
pains.
• The bark of the plant is quite effective in the treatment of dysentery.
• The bark is used in treating several liver disorders and jaundice.
• Paste of flower mixed with vinegar is quite reliving in case of
headache.
• Henna leaf is very useful in promoting hair growth. A henna leaf
boiled with mustard oil is applied in the hairs to stimulate the growth.
• Henna leaves are quite useful in the treatment of various skin
disorders like skin burns, boils, eczema, scabies, fungal infections
and vitiligo.
• Henna is also used for the treatment of inflammation, bruises and
leprosy.
• The oil of the fruits is used traditionally to treat the disorders of liver
and diaphragm.
• The leaves are known for the treatment of typhoid and
hemorrhages.
• It is also useful in sore throat.
 Benefits
• They cost less – the rising cost of prescription drugs have led the
people to look for alternatives. While medicinal herbs may not be as
strong or as fast acting as conventional medicine, there is a growing
body of scientific evidence that shows their efficacy and in what
doses.
• They may have fewer side effects: while the side effects of any
herbal medication depend on the drug in question, many have fewer
side effects than conventional medicine. For example, St. John’s Wort,
which is used for mild to moderate depression, has fewer side effects
than most other prescriptive antidepressants.
• There is a choice on how to use them – medicinal herbs can be
used in a variety of ways, depending on the kind of herb that is to be
used. Some herbs can be mixed with food. Some can be made into
tea, and there are some that are available in capsule or tablet form.
• They are good for more than one condition – most prescriptive
drugs are designed for one specific health problem. By contrast, many
herbal medicine act on several parts of the body at once. For example
Ginko (Ginko biloba) is good for circulatory disorders, but it also helps
 Advantages
Its having following advantages:
i. With the growing interest in health and wellness,
alternative medicines are becoming increasingly popular
worldwide.
ii.Also, with the increasing prices of prescription medicine,
herbal medicines are often cheaper than their conventional
medicine counterparts.
iii.In addition, a growing body of scientific research shows
that herbal medicines can be highly effective for certain
diseases and conditions. Moreover, as research in this area
increases, the optimum doses for herbal medicines are
known to ever greater accuracy.
 Conclusion
• Medicinal herbs can be a good alternative for many
diseases and conditions. They are low cost, and tend to
have fewer side effects. Moreover, they can be bought in
health food shops, pharmacies and on-line without the
need for a prescription. However, herbal medicines can
still have unwanted health effects, especially when used
in combination with other drugs. If you are using more
than one herbal medicine, or using them for a serious
condition, it’s best to consult with a naturopath or
established herbalist. It’s also important to tell your
physician that you are using an alternative medicine to
prevent drug interaction.
Submitted By: Shalini Pandey
B.Sc. IV year
GBPUAT,