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Showing posts with label Plant Life. Show all posts
PLANT LIFE
| FIVE MOST USEFUL PLANTS |
| From
the early centuries, plants have played a significant role in the life
of humans either directly or indirectly. Human beings use plants for
food, clothing, shelter, medicine, fuel and more. Here are five most
useful plants and their uses that enrich our life: 1. Tulsi  Tulsi also known as the Holy Basil is known for its medicinal properties. It provides cure for a number of ailments ranging from common cold, cough, fever, indigestion, respiratory diseases, skin disorders, heart diseases, stress and even poisonous snake bites. It is also worshipped in the Hindu religion. 2. Neem  The Neem plant has a number of uses. It is used abundantly in agriculture as an effective insecticide. Neem has various medicinal properties and is used to treat ulcers, cleanse the blood and strengthen the immune system. It is also considered good for the skin and hence is used to make a variety of skin care products like soap, shampoos and creams. 3. Aloe Vera  Aloe Vera consists of Vitamin D, minerals, enzymes and amino acids which are beneficial to humans. It is used to heal cuts, burns, stings, wounds and various other skin conditions. It is also used in the form of gels or juices to cure digestive and immune system related problems. 4. Eucalyptus  The oil from the leaves of Eucalyptus is often used in the process of cleansing and in deodorants. Small quantities of the oil are also used to prepare sweets, cough drops and decongestants. It is also used as an ingredient in mosquito repellants and to make plant dyes. 5. Fenugreek  Plants have natural properties and hence their use is often regarded as safe without many side-effects. |
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