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Neem is a tree that is a member of the mahogany family and originates from the Bay of Bengal region of India. The neem tree has noble status and has been worshiped for thousands of years. In addition, it has been used topically in Ayurvedic medicine as an insecticide and for the treatment of many [...]

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Pau d’arco, lapacho or tahhebo is a tree native to the rain forests of Latin America and was used by the ancient Incas. The shredded bark of the tree has been used by indigenous tribes ever since to make a tea with many medicinal properties. Medicinal Properties of Pau d’arco Pau d’arco contains two main [...]

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Oregano or wild Marjoram is an aromatic herb that is commonly used in cooking, especially in tomato-based sauces and on pizza. It is a perennial plant native to Asia and Europe, but is now cultivated world-wide for its culinary use. The leaves of the dried herb and the volatile oil are used in herbal medicine [...]

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Also known as lions foot, it is a common wild plant that readily grows in Britain and Europe. The whole aerial parts are used orally as a medicine, and the root is used in topical preparations. It gets its name from a Middle Ages dedication to the Virgin Mary as it was seen as a [...]

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Used in traditional Chinese medicine, it is obviously native to China. The dried aged roots of the Astragalus plant are used in herbal medicine. Action of Astragalus Astragalus contains many different active compounds including Amino Acids and various minerals. It has both a boosting and balancing effect on the immune system. Astragalus Uses The dried [...]

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Fennel is native to Europe, but is now grown all over the world as a food, spice and a medicinal plant. It has a long history of use dating back to ancient Greeks and Romans. The seeds are used in herbal medicine and Aromatherapy and they have an aniseed smell and taste. Medicinal Properties of [...]

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Greater plantain is native to Asia and Europe, but now grows all over the world. In the UK it is classed as a weed. It should not be confused with the banana-like food, plantain. Another plantain called ribwort plantain (plantago lanceolata) is similar in action, but Plantago Major is preferred in herbal medicine. It is [...]

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Tea Tree a relative of the myrtle, is a large evergreen tree native to the north-east coastal region of New South Wales, Australia. It is one of the most important local medicines used by the Aborigines. Their knowledge of its powerful healing properties has been passed from generation to generation for thousands of years. The [...]

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Goldenseal is a perennial herb native to eastern North America, but is now cultivated due to over harvesting in the wild. Native Indians used it for respiratory problems and as a clothing dye. The knotty yellow rhizome and roots are used in herbal medicine. Medicinal Properties of Goldenseal Goldenseal contains high levels of berberis alkaloids, [...]

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Calendula or Marigold is a plant often grown for its beautiful orange or yellow flowers by gardeners and is popular in North America and Europe. The flowers are also the part used in herbal medicine. Action of Calendula Calendula is very rich in Bioflavanoids and saponins. It is ant-inflammatory, anti-microbial, immune stimulating, soothing and antihistamine. [...]

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