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Question
Which medicinal plants will you grow on your school premises and near your house? Why?
Short Answer
Solution
The following medicinal plants can be grown in the school as they are easily available, easy to maintain, and have various health benefits:
- Cinchona: Quinine, a drug used in the treatment of malaria, is obtained from the bark of the Cinchona tree.
- Eucalyptus: The leaves of eucalyptus are used for extracting oil, which is used in the treatment of blocked nose and throat infections. It is also used as a mosquito repellent.
- Neem: The leaves and stems can be used in the treatment of fever, cold, or oral hygiene.
- Cinnamon: It can be used in the treatment of diarrhea and nausea.
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