What are the reasons to grow Herbal Plants at home :

• Herbal medications or medicinal plants are long-term solutions. Many live species, such as scorpions or horseshoe crabs, are used in most modern treatments. Using medicinal herbs is thus an environmentally favourable option.
• Medicinal herbs and plants used in cooking preserve their healing powers. Coriander and ginger are commonly used in traditional Indian cooking and are both healthful.
• Because medicinal plant cures are in tune with nature, there are no adverse effects when they are utilised.
• Bringing medicinal plants home does not need a large expenditure. These plants are rather inexpensive when compared to a box of prescription drugs.
• People of any age can ingest the medicinal plants’ leaves, bark, seeds, or any other component of the plant.

Some Facts About Herbal Plants

Medicinal herbs were referenced in ancient Unani scrolls, Chinese old literature, and Egyptian papyrus? Even 4000 years ago, there is evidence of the usage of herbs and medicinal plants. These herbs were utilised to heal people by Unani Hakims, Indian Vaids, European, and Mediterranean cultures. “Medicinal Plants” refer to a range of plants utilised in herbology, which is the study of medicinal plants. Herb is derived from the Latin word “herba” and the French word “herbe.” These medicinal plants and herbs are used in a wide range of items, including medications, food, health and skincare products, and fragrances.

• India is one of the oldest civilizations on the planet. According to the Vedas, India has long been a centre for medicinal plant research, study, use, and availability. In India, about 8000 herbal treatments have been documented in AYUSH systems AYUSH systems in India which is an acronym for Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy.
• The domestic demand for medicinal plants has exceeded 1,95,000 million tonnes, while overall consumption of herbal raw drugs is expected to exceed 5,12,000 million tonnes. 
• Plants are used for just 25% of total pharmaceuticals in the United States and the United Kingdom, but they are used for 80% in Asian nations such as India. Medicinal plants serve as the major health care system in rural areas of India
• According to a recent WHO research, an estimated 80% of the world’s population relies on medical plants or herbal medicine. According to the WHO, over 21,000 plant species have the potential to be utilised as medical plants.
• According to credible data, more than three-quarters of the world’s population relies on plants and plant extracts to restore their health.
• More than 30% of the total plant world has been utilised for medicinal purposes at some point.
• Out of the 17000-18000 blooming plant species in India, more than 7000 have been employed as medicinal herbs.

Following are few of Herbal plants :

1)     Tulsi (Holy Basil)

• Nutrition

Holy basil is rich in vitamin K, a fat-soluble micronutrient that helps support heart health and bone mineralization.
A ¼-cup of fresh holy basil leaves contains:

• Calories: 1.38.
• Protein: 0.189 grams.
• Fat: 0.038 grams.
• Carbohydrates: 0.159 grams.
• Fibre: 0.096 grams.
• Sugar: 0.018 grams.

• Care

Use a light, well-draining soil that is enriched with organic material, although Tulsi will tolerate poor soil fairly well & some shade, so full sun is not necessary. Keep it watered but not soggy and harvest leaves as needed, just as you would with an ordinary sweet basil plant.

• Good for

Holy basil has been shown to boost your body’s health in a variety of ways. It can help protect against infection, lower your blood sugar, lower your cholesterol, ease joint pain, and protect your stomach.

2)     Aloe Vera

• How to get Aloe Gel from leaf

Aloe vera plants are native to tropical regions, but they’re common household plants in a variety of climates. Caring for an aloe vera plant is simple once you know the basics. With a little effort, you can help your aloe vera plant survive for years to come.

      To make use of the aloe vera plant’s soothing properties, remove a mature leaf from the plant and cut it lengthwise. Squeeze the gel out of the leaf and apply it to your burn, or simply lay the opened leaf gel-side–down on top of the affected area.

• Care

They can grow pretty fast outdoors in a sunny garden, but are much slower when kept indoors as houseplants. If you want your potted aloe plant to grow faster, then put it outside during the summer (just make sure the pot has drainage holes!).

• Good for

Studies have shown that aloe gel might be effective in treating skin conditions including: Psoriasis, Dandruff, Minor burns, Skin abrasions, Skin injured by radiation, Herpes sores, Acne, Stomach related issue or indigestion

3)     Lemon Tree Grass

• Good for

Lemongrass helps prevent the growth of some bacteria and yeast. Lemongrass has properties that help relieve pain and swelling, lower fevers, improve blood sugar and cholesterol levels, and stimulate the uterus and menstrual flow. It also contains substances believed to have antioxidant properties.

Lemongrass tea is claimed to increase metabolism and aid weight loss. Drinking lemongrass tea on a daily basis may help you shed that unhealthy belly fat.

• Care

A fast-growing tree that grows up to 24 inches per year under ideal conditions and reaches a mature height of 10 to 20 feet. Plant the tree in a well-drained location in full sun or partial shade.

4)     Pudina (Super mint)

• What is it

Mint is a perennial plant. It has a strong scent and strong flavoured leaves. Mint is a fragrant plant, mostly perennial herbs. This herb spreads underground and above ground with stolons and erect branched stems. The leaves are opposite, oblong to lanceolate, and have serrated margins. Leaf colour varies from dark green and grey-green to purple, blue and sometimes pale yellow. Flower colour is white to purple.

• Good for

Rich in Nutrients, Helps to Relieve Indigestion, Could Improve Brain Function, Improves Cold Symptoms, Improve the tes

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