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Famous Herbs
Garlic
The scientific name for garlic is Allium sativum and is being widely used for therapeutic, remedial and religious purposes. The tuber part of the plant is used as an effective respiratory disinfectant.
Green Tea
Green Teas have been around Asia for over 4000 years. Its botanical name is Camelia sinensis. Green teas have gained increased importance in the last hundred years due to more advertising by the film stars and health practitioners that recommend its usage for the overall well being and medicinal qualities. Its popularity can be judged because Green Tea is second in consumption after water throughout the world.
Aloe Vera
The Aloe plant is a blessing for those interested in kitchen remedies with herbs. Commonly, aloe is referred to as the Lily of the Desert, or the Plant of Immortality. Aloe Vera is a native to Africa and is considered as a medicinal plant. It has a lifespan of 25 years and can tolerate drought. The first-aid effects Aloe Vera has are well known. Its thick leaves contain enough water supply for it to survive during long dry spells. When a leaf of aloe is cut, an orange-yellow sap drips from the open end. Even though bitter to taste, is a very effective laxative.
Hoodia
Hoodia is a cactus-like plant that grows popularly in South Africa. Authentic Hoodia is considered one of the rarest botanical blessings in the world. It's other well known qualities are that it has compounds that make it a successful appetite suppressant. Hoodia is also a herb that is much in demand in these modern times when obesity and related health problems are surfacing.
Echinacea
The scientific name for Echinacea is Echinacea purpurea, angustifolia and pallida. This herb belongs to a botanical family of plants referred to as Asteraceae/Compositae and is normally called Echinacea. Echinacea is commonly called as Purple coneflower and is related to the sunflower family.
Ginseng
Ginseng is a herb that was discovered by the ancient Chinese. The botanical name for it is Panax quinquefolium. Ginseng is one of the seven hundred species of the Araliaceous family of herbs. This family also includes parsnips, celery and carrots. Out of the five species of Ginseng, two are native to North America and three to Asia. Out of these five species of Ginseng, only two have any medicinal value or curative properties. Read on to know more on famous herbs.