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PLANT DRUGS WITH SCIENTIFIC NAME Flashcards

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HERBAL DRUGS OBTAINED FROM ROOTS AND UNDERGROUND PARTS:

Gabi

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Colocasia esculenta

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HERBAL DRUGS OBTAINED FROM ROOTS AND UNDERGROUND PARTS:

medicinal uses of Colocasia esculenta

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GABI
• Tubers yield amino acids.
• Tubers are digestive, laxative, diuretic, lactagogue, and styptic.

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HERBAL DRUGS OBTAINED FROM ROOTS AND UNDERGROUND PARTS:

Makahiya

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Mimosa pudica

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HERBAL DRUGS OBTAINED FROM ROOTS AND UNDERGROUND PARTS:

medicinal uses of Mimosa pudica

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MAKAHIYA
- Roots yield flavonoids, phytosterol, alkaloids, amino acids, tannins, glycoside, fatty acids.

  • Roots are bitter, astringent, acrid, alexipharmic, antispasmodic, aphrodisiac, constipating, cooling, diuretic, emetic, febrifuge, resolvent, vulnerary.
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HERBAL DRUGS OBTAINED FROM ROOTS AND UNDERGROUND PARTS:

Anis (Licorice)

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Glycyrrhiza glabra

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HERBAL DRUGS OBTAINED FROM ROOTS AND UNDERGROUND PARTS:

medicinal uses of Glycyrrhiza glabra

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ANIS (licorice)
- Demulcent, emollient, expectorant, anti inflammatory, antispasmodic, alterative, diuretic and laxative.

  • Roots yield starches (30%), pectins, simple sugars, gums, mucilage (rhizome), polysaccharides, amino acids, triterpene saponin, flavonoids.
  • Sweet root is said to contain a glycyrrhizin, a saponin glycoside, that is roughly 50 times sweeter than cane sugar.
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HERBAL DRUGS OBTAINED FROM ROOTS AND UNDERGROUND PARTS:

Biga

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Alocasia macrorrhizos

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HERBAL DRUGS OBTAINED FROM ROOTS AND UNDERGROUND PARTS:

medicinal uses of Alocasia macrorrhizos

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BIGA
- Rhizomes contain phytosterols, alkaloids, glucose and fructose.

  • Rootstock considered laxative, diuretic
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HERBAL DRUGS OBTAINED FROM ROOTS AND UNDERGROUND PARTS:

Bayabang

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Nephrolepis cordifolia

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HERBAL DRUGS OBTAINED FROM ROOTS AND UNDERGROUND PARTS:

medicinal uses of Nephrolepis cordifolia

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BAYABANG
- Tubers were found to contain high amountsof moisture,fat,carbohydrate, and calcium; protein was maximum in the rhizome part.

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HERBAL DRUGS OBTAINED FROM ROOTS AND UNDERGROUND PARTS:

Begonia

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Begonia coccinea

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HERBAL DRUGS OBTAINED FROM ROOTS AND UNDERGROUND PARTS:

medicinal uses of Begonia coccinea

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BEGONIA
- Roots of the juice used for conjunctivitis.
- Tuberous roots and fruits are anodyne, antiphlogistic and antispasmodic.

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HERBAL DRUGS OBTAINED FROM ROOTS AND UNDERGROUND PARTS:

Spider plant

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Chlorophytum comosum

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HERBAL DRUGS OBTAINED FROM ROOTS AND UNDERGROUND PARTS:

medicinal uses for Chlorophytum comosum

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SNAKE PLANT
- Root tubers have yielded sapogenins and saponins.
- Studies have suggest antitumor, antiproliferative, indoor air-purifying, phytoremediative, burn wound healing properties.

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HERBAL DRUGS OBTAINED FROM ROOTS AND UNDERGROUND PARTS:

Kogon

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Imperata cylindrical

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HERBAL DRUGS OBTAINED FROM ROOTS AND UNDERGROUND PARTS:

medicinal uses of Imperata cylindrical

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KOGON
- Considered antifebrile, anthelmintic, antibacterial, diuretic, febrifuge, restorative, styptic, tonic

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HERBAL DRUGS OBTAINED FROM ROOTS AND UNDERGROUND PARTS:

Talahib

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Saccharum spontaneum

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HERBAL DRUGS OBTAINED FROM ROOTS AND UNDERGROUND PARTS:

medicinal uses of Saccharum spontaneum

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TALAHIB
- Various root extracts yielded terpenoids, steroids, glycosides, tannins, flavonoids, carbohydrates
- Roots are considered sweet, astringent, emollient, refrigerant, diuretic, lithotriptic, purgative, tonic, aphrodisiac.

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Herbal drugs derived from specific parts
of a medicinal plant:

St. John’s Wort

A

Hypericum perforatum

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Herbal drugs derived from specific parts
of a medicinal plant:

medicinal use of Hypericum perforatum

A
  • for Depression

ST. JOHN’S WORT

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Herbal drugs derived from specific parts
of a medicinal plant:

medicinal use of Ginkgo biloba

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  • For cognitive deficiencies such as anxiety

GINGKO BILOBA

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Herbal drugs derived from specific parts of a medicinal plant:

Chamomile

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Chamomilla recutita

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Herbal drugs derived from specific parts
of a medicinal plant:

medicinal use of Chamomilla recutita

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  • GI complaints and Anti-inflammatory

CHAMOMILE

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Herbal drugs derived from specific parts
of a medicinal plant:

Senna

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Cassia spp.

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Herbal drugs derived from specific parts
of a medicinal plant:

medicinal use of Cassia spp.

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  • Constipation

SENNA

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These are pure chemical entities, often used in the form of licensed medicines:

Opium Poppy

A

Papaver somniferum

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These are pure chemical entities, often used in the form of licensed medicines:

medicinal use of Papaver somniferum

A
  • Morphine (Analgesic)

OPIUM POPPY

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These are pure chemical entities, often used in the form of licensed medicines:

Foxglove

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Digitalis purpurea

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These are pure chemical entities, often used in the form of licensed medicines:

medicinal use of Digitalis purpurea

A
  • Digoxin (Heart failure)

FOXGLOVE

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30
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These are pure chemical entities, often used in the form of licensed medicines:

Pacific Yew

A

Taxus brevifolia

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These are pure chemical entities, often used in the form of licensed medicines:

medicinal use of Taxus brevifolia

A
  • Taxol (Chemotherapeutic Agent)

PACIFIC YEW

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These are pure chemical entities, often used in the form of licensed medicines:

Cinchona bark

A

Cinchona succirubra

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These are pure chemical entities, often used in the form of licensed medicines:

medicinal use of Cinchona succirubra

A
  • Quinine (Anti-malaria)

CINCHONA BARK

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These are pure chemical entities, often used in the form of licensed medicines:

medicinal use of Galanthus and Leucojum species

A
  • Galanthamine (Mgt. of cognitive disorders)
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35
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Meadowsweet

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Filipendula ulmaria

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36
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Aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid) which has an anti-
inflammatory and analgesic property

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Meadowsweet (Filipendula ulmaria)

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37
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Willow bark

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Salix purpurea

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38
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As a source of Salicin and derivatives (model for aspirin), used in chronic and acute inflammatory conditions

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Willow bark ( Salix purpurea)

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39
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Periwrinkle

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Catharanthus roseus

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Where vincristine and vinblastine was isolated which is used as antitumor drug

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Periwrinkle (Catharanthus roseus)

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Coffee

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Coffea arabica

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Tea

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Camellia sinensis

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43
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As sources of caffeine (stimulant)

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Coffee (Coffea arabica) and tea (Camellia sinensis)

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DOH TOP 10 HALAMANG GAMOT

A
  1. BAWANG
  2. AKAPULKO
  3. BAYABAS
    4.YERBA BUENA
  4. PANSIT- PANSITAN
  5. LAGUNDI
  6. AMPALAYA
  7. NIYOG-NIYOGAN
  8. TSAANG GUBAT
  9. SAMBONG
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45
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DOH TOP 10 HALAMANG GAMOT:

Bawang

A

Allium sativum

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DOH TOP 10 HALAMANG GAMOT:

Therapeutic use: anti-cholesterol

A

Bawang (Allium sativum)

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DOH TOP 10 HALAMANG GAMOT:

Akapulko

A

Cassia alata

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DOH TOP 10 HALAMANG GAMOT:

Therapeutic use: Anti-fungal

other info: Ringworm bush, schrub in english

A

Akapulko (Cassia alata)

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DOH TOP 10 HALAMANG GAMOT:

Bayabas

A

Psidium guajava

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DOH TOP 10 HALAMANG GAMOT:

Therapeutic uses: Oral and skin Anti-septic

A

Bayabas (Psidium guajava)

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51
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DOH TOP 10 HALAMANG GAMOT:

Yerba buena

A

Mentha arvensis

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DOH TOP 10 HALAMANG GAMOT:

Therapeutic uses: Analgesic and Antipyretic

Other info: Commonly known as Peppermint, used in Philippine herbal medicine

A

Yerba buena (Mentha arvensis)

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53
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DOH TOP 10 HALAMANG GAMOT:

Pansit-pansitan

A

Peperomia pellucida

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DOH TOP 10 HALAMANG GAMOT:

Therapeutic uses: Treatment of arthritis and gout (Antiurisemia)

A

Pansit-pansitan (Peperomia pellucida)

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DOH TOP 10 HALAMANG GAMOT:

Lagundi

A

Vitex negundo

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DOH TOP 10 HALAMANG GAMOT:

Therapeutic uses: Cough and Asthma

Other uses: Known as 5-leaved chaste tree

A

Lagundi (Vitex negundo)

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57
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DOH TOP 10 HALAMANG GAMOT:

Ampalaya

A

Momordica charantia

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DOH TOP 10 HALAMANG GAMOT:

Therapeutic uses: Lowering blood sugar and Anti-diabetes

A

Ampalaya (Momordica charantia)

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59
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DOH TOP 10 HALAMANG GAMOT:

Niyog-niyogan

A

Quisqualis indica

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DOH TOP 10 HALAMANG GAMOT:

Therapeutic uses: Eliminates intestinal parasites (Antihelminthic)

Other uses: Vine known as Chinese honey suckle

A

Niyog-niyoga (Quisqualis indica)

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DOH TOP 10 HALAMANG GAMOT:

Tsaang gubat

A

Carmina retusa

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DOH TOP 10 HALAMANG GAMOT:

Therapeutic uses: Mouthwash

Other infos: “Wild tea”

A

Tsaang gubat (Carmina retusa)

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63
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DOH TOP 10 HALAMANG GAMOT:

Sambong

A

Blumea balsamifera

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DOH TOP 10 HALAMANG GAMOT:

Therapeutic uses: Used to treat kidney stones or Antiurolithiasis

Other infos: “Ngai camphor” or “Blumea camphor”

A

Sambong (Blumea balsamifera)

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Onion

A

Allium cepa

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66
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Corn

A

Zea mays

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67
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Coconut

A

Coco nucifera

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68
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Turnip

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Brassica rapa

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69
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Dandelion

A

Taraxacum officinale

70
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Radish

A

Raphanus sativus L. var longipinnatus

71
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Manroots

A

Marah oreganus

72
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Calabazilla

A

Cucurbita perennis

73
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Watermelon

A

Citrullus lanatus

74
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Rice-paper plant

A

Tetrapanax papyrifera

75
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Mangrove trees

A

Avicennia nitida

76
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Hyacinth

A

Hyacinthus orientalis

77
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PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE OF THE STEM

Button Snakeroot

A

Eryngium aquaticum spp

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PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE OF THE STEM

medicinal uses of Eryngium aquaticum spp

A

BUTTON SNAKEROOT

  • Inserted chewed stem in nostrils to arrest epistaxis
79
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PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE OF THE STEM

Camphor

A

Cinnamomum camphora

80
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PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE OF THE STEM

medicinal uses of Cinnamomum camphora

A

CAMPHOR
- Oil from leaves and wood used in cold remedies and liniments

81
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PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE OF THE STEM

Cascara

A

Rhamnus purshiana

82
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PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE OF THE STEM

medicinal uses of Rhamnus purshiana

A

CASCARA
- Bark extract is widely used as laxative

83
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PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE OF THE STEM

Cat’s Claw

A

Uncaria tomentosa

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PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE OF THE STEM

medicinal uses of Uncaria tomentosa

A

CAT’S CLAW
- Root bark extract used in intestinal problems like diverticulosis and Crohn’s disease

  • Hirsutin Component - lowers BP
  • Alkaloid property inhibits platelet clotting; increases brain serotonin level
85
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PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE OF THE STEM

Cherry (wild)

A

Prunus serotina

86
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PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE OF THE STEM

medicinal uses of Prunus serotina

A

CHERRY (wild)
- Tea from the bark is used for cough and colds

87
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PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE OF THE STEM

Chinese Magnolia

A

Magnolia officinalis or Magnolia quinquepeta

88
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PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE OF THE STEM

medicinal uses of Magnolia officinalis or Magnolia quinquepeta

A

CHINESE MAGNOLIA
- Bark extract used for nasal stuffiness and discharge
- To drain sinuses and alleviate asthma and sinus headache

89
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PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE OF THE STEM

Chinese Rubber Tree

A

Eucommia ulmoides

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PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE OF THE STEM

medicinal uses of Eucommia ulmoides

A

CHINESE RUBBER TREE
- Bark extract improves circulation to the hands and feet.
- Reduce high BP
- Alleviate frequent urination problems

91
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PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE OF THE STEM

Cinquefoil

A

Potentilla erecta

92
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PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE OF THE STEM

medicinal uses of Potentilla erecta

A

CINQUEFOIL
- Dried rhizome used to control diarrhea

93
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PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE OF THE STEM

Cotton

A

Gossypium spp/ Gossypium hirsutum/ Gossypium barbadense

94
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PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE OF THE STEM

medicinal uses of Gossypium hirsutum or Gossypium barbadense

A

COTTON
- Cotton root bark was used by black slave to induce abortion

95
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PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE OF THE STEM

Ephedra

A

Ephedra spp. / Ephedra nevadensis/ Ephedra sinica

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PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE OF THE STEM

medicinal uses of Ephedra nevadensis/ Ephedra sinica

A

EPHEDRA
- Drug ephedrine is widely used in nasal congestion and low BP; also known as MA-HUANG
- Contains toxic amounts of cyanide

97
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PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE OF THE STEM

European Birch

A

Betula pendula

98
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PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE OF THE STEM

medicinal uses of Betula pendula

A

EUROPEAN BIRCH
- Oil distilled from barks and leaves are used for kidney stones and UTI

99
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PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE OF THE STEM

Fennel

A

Foeniculum vulgare

100
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PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE OF THE STEM

medicinal uses of Foeniculum vulgare

A

FENNEL
- Roots and stems and fruits used as appetite suppressant and as eyewash

101
Q

PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE OF THE STEM

Lily of the Valley

A

Convallaria majalis

102
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PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE OF THE STEM

medicinal uses of Convallaria majalis

A

LILY OF THE VALLEY
- Plant is poisonous
- But all parts can be used to control irregular heart beat
- A heart stimulant similar to digitalis

103
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PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE OF THE STEM

Cinchona

A

Cinchona pubescens

104
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PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE OF THE STEM

medicinal uses of Cinchona pubescens

A

CINCHONA
- Its bark is a practical source of QUININE
- Used for the treatment of malaria

105
Q

LEAVES WITH PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
DEFINITION:
- Leaf tea for colds and relieve infant colic

A

CATNIP (Nepeta cataria)

106
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LEAVES WITH PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Nepeta cataria

A

CATNIP

107
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LEAVES WITH PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
DEFINITION:
- Decoction from leaves used as CURE ALL by native americans, especially for Respiratory problems

A

CREOSOTE BUSH (Larrea divaricata)

108
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LEAVES WITH PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Larrea divaricata

A

CREOSOTE BUSH

109
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LEAVES WITH PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
DEFINITION:
- Dried leaves are used for Minor pain, as a Laxative, Flavoring, for Liquor, and as Sexual stimulant
- It is said to improve Blood circulation

A

DAMIANA (Turnera diffusa)

110
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LEAVES WITH PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Turnera diffusa

A

DAMIANA

111
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LEAVES WITH PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
DEFINITION:
- A drug complex from the leaves containing Atropine, Hyoscyamine, and Scopolamine (Used as Opium antidotes)
- For shock treatment
- Pupil dilation
- Scopolamine as a Tranquilizer to induce twilight sleep during childbirth

A

DEADLY NIGHTSHADE (Atropa belladonna)

112
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LEAVES WITH PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Atropa belladonna

A

DEADLY NIGHTSHADE

113
Q

LEAVES WITH PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
DEFINITION:
- Leaves and root have Antiviral and Anti-inflammatory property
- Used to boost the Immune system

A

ECHINACEA (Echinacea purpurea)

114
Q

LEAVES WITH PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Echinacea purpurea

A

ECHINACEA

115
Q

LEAVES WITH PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
DEFINITION:
- The oil extracted leaves are used to alleviate Bronchitis and Coughs

A

EUCALYPTUS (Eucalyptus globulus)

116
Q

LEAVES WITH PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Eucalyptus globulus

A

EUCALYPTUS

117
Q

LEAVES WITH PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
DEFINITION:
- Concentrated leaf extract improves oxygen carrying capacity of capillaries, especially those of the brain and may Improve memory
- Used for Treating Vertigo and Tinnitus (ringing sound)

A

GINKGO (Ginkgo biloba)

118
Q

LEAVES WITH PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Ginkgo biloba

A

GINKGO

119
Q

LEAVES WITH PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
DEFINITION:
- Leaf and root extract used Gallstone formation and to alleviate Digestion problems

A

GLOBE ARTICHOKE (Cynara scolymus)

120
Q

LEAVES WITH PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Cynara scolymus

A

GLOBE ARTICHOKE

121
Q

LEAVES WITH PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
DEFINITION:
- Unfermented leaves source of Polyphenols which appear to reduce incidence of Cancers in regular users through Neutralization of Free Radicals
- Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) ingredient of green tea particularly effective for Prostate Cancer (Mayo clinic)

A

GREEN TEA (Camellia sinensis)

122
Q

LEAVES WITH PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Camellia sinensis

A

GREEN TEA

123
Q

LEAVES WITH PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
DEFINITION:
- Drugs Atropine, Hyoscyamine, and Scopolamine obtained from seeds, flowers, and leaves
- Used for Knockout drops and for Asthma
- Highly Poisonous

A

JIMSON WEED (Datura stramonium spp.)

124
Q

LEAVES WITH PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Datura stramonium spp.

A

JIMSON WEED

125
Q

LEAVES WITH PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
DEFINITION:
- Leaf used as Sedative, Muscle relaxant, and as Pain reliever

A

KAVA KAVA (Piper methysticum)

126
Q

LEAVES WITH PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Piper methysticum

A

KAVA KAVA

127
Q

LEAVES WITH PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
DEFINITION:
- Leaf extract oils used for Colds

A

LEMON BALM (Melissa officinalis)

128
Q

LEAVES WITH PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Melissa officinalis

A

LEMON BALM

129
Q

LEAVES WITH PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
DEFINITION:
- Source of Lobeline sulfate: a drug used for Smoking cessation and in Treatment of Respiratory disorder

A

LOBELIA (Lobelia inflata)

130
Q

LEAVES WITH PHARMACEUTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Lobelia inflata

A

LOBELIA

131
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
DEFINITION:
- Treatment of Migraine headaches
- Induces Abortion and Treat problems with Menstruation
- Insecticide
- Dilutes Bronchial mucus

A

FEVERFEW (Chrysanthemum parthenium / Tanacetum parthenium)

132
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Chrysanthemum parthenium or Tanacetum parthenium

A

FEVERFEW

133
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
DEFINITION:
- Relief for those suffering from a Fever, Headache, or Common Cold
- The cooled liquid can also be applied as a Compress to Soothe tired eyes

A

CHRYSANTHEMUM (Chrysanthemum morifolium)

134
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
- Chrysanthemum morifolium

A

CHRYSANTHEMUM

135
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
DEFINITION:
- Aka Jamestown weed or Devil’s breath
- Active compound: Scopolamine
- Used for Knockout drops and for Asthma
- Highly poisonous
- Used as Recreational psychoactive drug

A

JIMSON WEED (Datura stramonium)

136
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Datura stramonium

A

JIMSON WEED

137
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
DEFINITION:
- Promote Restful sleep
- Aid in Balancing Irregular Heartbeat

A

JUJUBE (Ziziphus jujuba)

138
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Ziziphus jujuba

A

JUJUBE

139
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
- Effective against form of cancer

A

CAMPTOTHECA (Camptotheca acuminate)

140
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Camptotheca acuminate

A

CAMPTOTHECA

141
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
DEFINITION:
- Helps greatly with Ulcers and Menstrual Cramps
- It can also be used as a Wash for gargling in cases of Sore throats

A

SUNFLOWER (Helianthus annuus)

142
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Helianthus annuus

A

SUNFLOWER

143
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
DEFINITION:
- Contains Vitamin C
- The petals can be eaten raw to increase Blood circulation, and they also Relieve Depression.
- Acts as Mild Laxative
- A paste or Cream made from the petals does wonders to improve the condition of the skin, especially on the face

A

ROSE (Genus rosa)

144
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Genus rosa

A

ROSE

145
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
DEFINITION:
- Given tea for Diabetes and HTN
- Has beneficial properties towards diseases that include Leukemia, Cancer, and Hodgkin’s Disease

A

ROSY PERIWRINKLE (Catharanthus roseus)

146
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Catharanthus roseus

A

ROSY PERIWRINKLE

147
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
DEFINITION:
- Treatment for Syphilis as well as Less severe ailments
- Tea made with this flower helps to Relieve Fevers, Coughs, and Colds, and Digestive problems

A

BLUE LOBELIA (Lobelia siphilitica)

148
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Lobelia siphilitica

A

BLUE LOBELIA

149
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
DEFINITION:
- Effective in Treating Respiratory and related Lung problems
- If ingested, it can be used for Internal cleansing and Pain relief
- Direct application to the skin in the form of a POULTICE can help to reduce Swelling or Heal wounds.

A

BUTTERFLY WEED (Asclepias tuberosa)

150
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Asclepias tuberosa

A

BUTTERFLY WEED

151
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
DEFINITION:
- Not addictive and do not have any Opium in the plant
- Help with Depression and Fatigue
- Help reduce Anxiety and Insomia

A

CALIFORNIA POPPY (Eschscholzia californica)

152
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Eschscholzia californica

A

CALIFORNIA POPPY

153
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
DEFINITION:
- Aid in Digestive issues, Stomach ulcers, and Ulcers
- Sipping this brew before bedtime can help to ward off Insomnia and Anxiety

A

JASMINE (Jasminum officinale)

154
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Jasminum officinale

A

JASMINE

155
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
DEFINITION:
- Medicine for Blood cleansing and Disorders, Bladder problems, and Physical injuries
- It also works on the Mental level in helping to alleviate Depression, Stress, Anxiety, Insomnia, and similar disorders

A

GARDENIA (Gardenia jasminoides)

156
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Gardenia jasminoides

A

GARDENIA

157
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
DEFINITION:
- Used to create an Antibacterial gargle wash for Sore throats
- Skin rashes or Inflammation are also effectively Treated by applying a paste made from the flowers.

A

HONEYSUCKLE (Lonicera sempervirens)

158
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Lonicera sempervirens

A

HONEYSUCKLE

159
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
DEFINITION:
- Used as Tonic that reduces Fever and to get rid of Internal Parasites
- Skin Burns or Wounds are soothed and heal well

A

LILAC (Syringa vulgaris)

160
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Syringa vulgaris

A

LILAC

161
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
DEFINITION:
- Has an Antimicrobial properties used as remedy against Colds and Flu
- It is also useful in Treating Infections of the Lungs, Bladder, and Reproductive organs

A

NASTURTIUM (Tropaeolum majus)

162
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Tropaeolum majus

A

NASTURTIUM

163
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
DEFINITION:
- Used as a gentle Sedative and Mental relaxant
- It is especially useful when battling Insomnia or Stress

A

SNAPDRAGON (Antirrhinum majus)

164
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Antirrhinum majus

A

SNAPDRAGON

165
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
DEFINITION:
- Potent against Sore throats, Bronchitis, Congested chests, Rheumatism, and Arthritis
- It can also be used to Improve circulation of the Blood

A

HYSSOP (Agastache rugose)

166
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Agastache rugose

A

HYSSOP

167
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
DEFINITION:
- Used as an Emmenagogue (stimulates the uterus to increase menstrual flow)
- At low dose, effective in women with menstrual problems to help regulate their cycles and relieve pain
- Pregnant women should avoid it since it can bring on a miscarriage or early labor

A

BLACK COHOSH (Actaea racemose)

168
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Actaea racemose

A

BLACK COHOSH

169
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
DEFINITION:
- Acts as a Laxative as well as an Expectorant to purge the body of toxic matter
- Home remedy to help Treat physical disorders such as Arthritis and Rheumatism
- Direct application to the skin through an Ointment or Poultice aids in Healing wounds

A

DAISY (Bellis perennis)

170
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Bellies perennis

A

DAISY

171
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
DEFINITION:
- Very effective for Cleaning the blood and help in Treating Anemia
- Used as a Laxative and a Tonic of overall wellbeing

A

DANDELION (Taraxacum officinale)

172
Q

FLOWERS OF PHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Taraxacum officinale

A

DANDELION

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