Green type ( Ram Tulsi) and
Purple type (Krishna Tulsi)
Bot .Name: Ocimum sanctum
Thulsi ia an aromatic medicinal plant is often taken in combination with other herbs. The fragrant leaves and flowers, in the form of tincture, tea or decoction are considered to be stomachic and expectorant, used in treating coughs, bronchitis, skin diseases, and diarrhea. These preparations are considered to be prophylactic against epidemics including cholera, influenza and malaria. The tulsi seeds, taken mixed in water, juice or cow’s milk, are antioxidant, nourishing, mucilaginous and demulcent.
They are used in treating low energy, ulcers, vomiting and diarrhea or as an overall tonic. The powder of the dried root, taken in milk, ghee or as a decoction, is recommended to treat malarial fever as an analgesic application to the bites and string of insects and also to increase sexual stamina and prevent premature ejaculation. The herb improves resistance to stress and has a normalizing influence on blood pressure and blood sugar imbalances. Tulsi is likely to prove prophylactic against the negative effects of environmental toxins, including cancer. The plant is also richly endowed with bioavailabel antioxidants, vitamins A and C and calcium. It has marked insecticidal activity against mosquitoes.
B.Name : Centella asiatica
Family : Apiaceae
Centella is a perennial, prostrate aromatic herb flourishing on water and damp areas of tropical regions. It is the native of India, China, Indonesial, Madagascar and Africa. It is generally applied on the cure of leprosy, skin diseases, diahhorea, antitumour and antiulcer activity.
The fresh herb has an aromatic odour when crushed and has a nauseous bitter taste. Whole plant is popular as a kitchen herb in certain parts of India finding a place for itself in chutneys, pickles, refreshing drinks etc. It is also reported to possess insecticidal properties. Above all, it is used as a nerve tonic for improving memory and in insanity.
B.Name : Bacopa monnieri
Family : Scorphulariaceae
The whole plant is used in indigenous system of medicine as a nerve tonic and for epilepsy and insanity. It is also being used as diuretic and for treating rheumatisim, asthma and hoarseness. Besides, brahmi also has good potency in controlling cough, fever and diabetes. Because of its inherent potential of enhancing memory and vitality, this miracle plant is gaining attention for its commercial cultivation globally. This plant is considered among one of the ‘celestrial drugs’ (Divya ausadhi), when consumed with milk for six months. In siddha system of medicine, the plant is useful against painful joints, swelling in joints, peripheral neuritis, constipation and burning urination. It is also used in convulsions, mental retardation, chest congestion and laryngitis.
B. Name : Gymnema sylvestre
Gymnema has pronounced effects on blood sugar, at least among diabetics. Within the past two decades researchers have determined that gymnema extracts mat even play a role in the treatment of Type 1 diabetics, who typically need daily injections of insulin to control the disease. Gymnema taken orally lowers blood glucose levels and improves blood fat and cholesterol profiles. This climber is extensively used in almost all the Indian system of medicine as a remedy for rheumatism, cough, ulcer and pain in eyes. It is also useful in inflammations, dyspepsia, constipation, jaundice etc., Roots have been reported as remedy for snakebite. The anti-diabetic property of the plant is attributed to the presence of mixture of triterpines and saponins in the leaves. These have been designated as gymnemic acids A,B,C and D, which have the gymnemagenin and gymnestrogenins.
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis
Common name: Hibiscus
Latin name: Hibiscus rosa-sinensis
Other names: China Rose, Chinese hibiscus, Shoe Flower
Family: Malvaceae
Habitat: Hibiscus is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the world. Grows in wet and swampy areas.
Description: Hibiscus is an n evergreen, herbaceous plant. It has ornamental, large, dark-red flowers. They are firm, trumpet-shaped and odorless, with single and double set of petals.
Parts used: Whole plant
Medicinal use: Hibiscus flowers, roots and leaves, are anodyne and emmenagogue. They regulate menstruation and stimulate blood circulation. Flower extract has been traditionally used for liver disorders, high blood pressure and as an aphrodisiac. Young leaves and flowers are used in case of headache. Decoction of leaves, root and fruits are helpful in treatments of arthritis, boils and coughs, and the fruit is used externally in cases of sprains, wounds and ulcers. Hibiscus tea is rich in Vitamin C.
Safety: Some herbs could react with certain medication. Therefore, it is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption of any herb
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis
Common name: Hibiscus
Latin name: Hibiscus rosa-sinensis
Other names: China Rose, Chinese hibiscus, Shoe Flower
Family: Malvaceae
Habitat: Hibiscus is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the world. Grows in wet and swampy areas.
Description: Hibiscus is an n evergreen, herbaceous plant. It has ornamental, large, dark-red flowers. They are firm, trumpet-shaped and odorless, with single and double set of petals.
Parts used: Whole plant
Medicinal use: Hibiscus flowers, roots and leaves, are anodyne and emmenagogue. They regulate menstruation and stimulate blood circulation. Flower extract has been traditionally used for liver disorders, high blood pressure and as an aphrodisiac. Young leaves and flowers are used in case of headache. Decoction of leaves, root and fruits are helpful in treatments of arthritis, boils and coughs, and the fruit is used externally in cases of sprains, wounds and ulcers. Hibiscus tea is rich in Vitamin C.
Safety: Some herbs could react with certain medication. Therefore, it is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption of any herb
Health Benefits of Tribulus
While all parts of the plant can be used, most preparations utilize the roots or seed pods. The roots and seeds may be dried, powdered and taken in a capsule, or dried and used as a tea.
It believed to be helpful in treating some cardiovascular conditions including angina, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, anemia and poor circulation. Digestive disorders that may benefit from the use of puncture vine include constipation and flatulence. It is used in Chinese medicine as a liver tonic, and for food poisoning and overeating. It has many uses in the Ayurvedic tradition, including pacifying vata, as a diuretic and to treat disorders of the genitourinary system. In other medical traditions, this herb is also used as a diuretic to treat hypertension and for angina pectoris. It is believed by some to help prevent both oxalate and struvite kidney stones. It is believed to have antiseptic and diuretic properties that can reduce the incidence of urinary tract infections. It is also used as a treatment internally and externally for immune disorders, such as allergic skin conditions, eczema and psoriasis.
Cuttle Fish Bone Minerals:-
Your cute and cheerful parakeet gets most of the nutrients he needs from a balanced diet of seed and fruit, but he may be lacking in certain minerals. Calcium, which helps your bird's bones, beak, toenails and feathers stay strong, isn't commonly found in at high levels in a parakeet's typical diet. While fruits and vegetables can be a source of calcium, many parakeets tend to pick and choose which foods they will eat, which can lead to deficiencies. Cuttlebones are an important source of calcium, as well as other trace minerals your bird needs.
Beak Maintenance
When your bird rubs his beak against the rough surface of a cuttlebone, he's helping keep himself groomed. The cuttlebone grinds away the outer layers of the beak, leaving room for growth. An overgrown beak can be problematic because it can make eating difficult, which can lead to malnutrition. While your bird scrapes away at those dull outer layers, he's also exercising his jaw.
Concerns
A cuttlebone is a natural product and isn't actually a bone at all. Instead, it is the inner shell of a squid-like cephalopod called a cuttlefish. Some people worry about contamination in cuttlebones, but according to the Humane Society of the United States, cuttlebones are safe for birds to use. If you are a vegetarian and prefer that your bird not consume animal products, you can use a mineral block to supplement his need for calcium instead of a cuttlebone.
Passiflora incarnata also known as the Purple Passionflower or Maypop, is a fruit –bearing perennial vine common to the southeast United States. Though often considered a weed in its native habitat, the plant is used in horticultural applications due to its fast-growing vines and uniquely beautiful flowers. These white-to-purple summer-blooming flowers have a very interesting structure, including a showy corona, and grow to 2-3 inches in diameter. The fruit, also referred to as a Maypop for the sound it makes when stepped upon, is approximately the size of a chicken egg, and turns from green to orange as it ripens. The vines can grow from 6 to 25 feet long, but generally don’t climb higher than 8 feet tall.
Passionflowers are primary producers native to temperate deciduous forests. They are pollinated by bees, and are self-sterile. The fruit is commonly eaten by animals, including songbirds, which helps to distribute the seeds. The fruits are also an important larval food for some species of butterfly. Maypop fruits are similar to their relative the Passion Fruit, P. edulis, and can be eaten raw or made into jam or jelly. Native Americans traditionally used P. incarnata for its sedative and anxioltyic properties, in addition to eating the sweet fruit. These medicinal uses have been expanded upon in recent years, with P. incarnata extracts being shown to treat withdrawal symptoms and exhibit an aphrodisiac effect, in addition to the plant’s traditional effects being confirmed through various scientific means. Further research is being done to uncover the specific compounds responsible for these properties, so that they can be more effectively used for pharmaceutical applications.