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Why are medicinal plants being cultivated at present?
Solution
- Medicinal plants are considered as rich resources as they can be used to treat diseases through age-old traditions like Ayurveda with minimum side-effects.
- Adhatoda vasica (Adulsa), a medicinal plant found in India has applications in treating respiratory disorders.
- Another important medicinal plant, Azadirachta indica (neem) is used to treat intestinal worm infections, skin conditions and various other problems.
- Medicinal plants like Ashwagandha, Tulsi, Shatavari, amla, etc. have applications as home remedies to treat various ailments and strengthen the body, or commercially for the synthesis of drugs and cosmetic products.
Hence, due to their various benefits, medicinal plants are being cultivated at present.
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