Question

Describe the commonly used medicinal plants in India.

Answer 1

1. Sarpagandha:- Used to treat blood pressure is found only in India.
2. Jamun:- The juice from ripe fruit is used to prepare vinegar which is carminative and diuretic and has digestive properties. The powder of the seed is used for controlling diabetes.
3. Arjun:- The fresh juice of leaves is a cure for earache. It is also used to regulate blood pressure.
4. Babool:- Leaves are used as a cure for eyesores. Its gum is used as a tonic.
5. Neem:- has high antibiotic and antibacterial properties.
6. Tulsi Plant:- Used to cure cough and cold.