PROJECT FLORA
MEDICINAL PLANTS OVERVIEW
The names of the medicinal plants are listed below. The common name of the medicinal plant, its scientific name, an image of the plant, and a brief description of the plant are all included in the list below. To see the plant's page, click on the name of the plant.
Lagundi formulation was proven to be effective in preventing the spread of disease-causing microorganisms, reducing fever, decreasing the viscosity of mucus, improving the color of phlegm, alleviating shortness of breath and wheezing, and lessening the frequency of cough.
LAGUNDI
Vitex negundo
Oregano has been traditionally used for respiratory health, as a popular alternative remedy for cold and flu symptoms. It is one of the best herbs to cleanse the lungs due to its properties, such as flavonoids, carvacrol, and terpenes. Oregano also plays a huge role in treating asthma for its anti-inflammatory that benefit bronchial tracts.
OREGANO
Origanum vulgare
TAWA-TAWA
Euphorbia hirta
It’s proven beneficial in helping address respiratory diseases like bronchitis. The use of tawa-tawa can also alleviate symptoms like fevers, chills, body aches and cough.
Studies yield that eucalyptus is one of the most effective herbs to cleanse the lungs. Its eucalyptol property helps kill the bacterial infection that causes lung congestion. Then, its anti-inflammatory property is also beneficial for soothing and relieving the pain caused by coughing.
EUCALYPTUS
Eucalyptus
POMEGRANATE
Punica granatum
In vivo and in vitro studies have demonstrated that pomegranate fruit, as well as its juice, extract, peel powder, and oil, exert anti-oxidant, anti-microbial, anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, and anti-tumorigenic properties by attenuating various respiratory conditions such as asthma and lung fibrosis.
Numerous cases have reported that turmeric exerts anti-inflammatory effects by regulating crucial molecular targets for inflammation. It has an antihistamine property, which makes it great for relieving lung congestion and easing allergy symptoms. They are cheap and relatively safe to consume and their anti-inflammatory property can be exploited to combat the cytokine storm in
COVID-19 patients.
TURMERIC
Curcuma longa
Ginger is usually made as “salabat” for treating sore throat and cough. Its anti-inflammatory properties are responsible for removing the congestion in the lungs and clearing out the airways. It also relaxes the bronchi and is a natural remedy for asthma attacks.
GINGER
Zingiber officinale
The antibacterial properties of garlic work right away. It has strong properties, which make it one of the effective herbs to cleanse the lungs. It helps relieve respiratory tract infections, congestion, and shortness of breath.
GARLIC
Allium sativum
It can cure cold, cough, high fever, sore throat and boosts immunity. Research has shown that the nutrients in onions may boost immunity, reduce inflammation and enhance digestion. Onions’ antibacterial and antiviral properties help boost the immunity system to keep viruses from spreading throughout the body.
ONION
Allium cepa
Malunggay has many important vitamins and minerals. It also has calcium, protein, iron, and amino acids, which help your body heal and
build muscle. It's also packed with antioxidants, substances that can protect cells from damage
and may boost your immune system.
MALUNGGAY
Moringa oleifera
