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Medicinal Plants

Types of Medicine Plants

Agada Tantra

Hurbs

  • Aloe Vera: Succulent plant, soothing gel, heals skin.
  • Ashwagandha: Adaptogenic herb, reduces stress, boosts brain function.
  • Turmeric: Ginger family plant, yellow spice, anti-inflammatory.
  • Bhuta Vidya

    Shrub

  • Woody, multi-stemmed plant, smaller than a tree.
  • Woody: Meaning it has hard, persistent stems.
  • Multi-stemmed: Meaning it has several stems arising from the base.
  • Smaller than a tree: Generally less than 6 meters tall.
  • Examples: Lavender, Rosemary, Sage, Thyme.
  • Rasayana

    Tree

  • Bark: Extracts, infusions, remedies.
  • Leaves: Teas, poultices, healing.
  • Roots: Decoctions, tonics, therapies.
  • Fruits: Nutrients, treatments, supplements.
  • Resins: Balms, antiseptics, salves.