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Name: Common Name: Gotu Kola  Scientific Name: Centella asiatica  Description: Gotu Kola is a small, perennial herbaceous plant. It grows low to the ground and spreads quickly. It has slender, green stems and rounded, fan-shaped green leaves. Small, light purple or white flowers bloom in the summer. Origin and Distribution: Native to the wetlands of Asia, Gotu Kola is found in various regions from India to Japan and parts of Australia. It has also spread to parts of the southern United States. Cultivation and Care: Gotu Kola thrives in moist, boggy conditions. It prefers partial sun to shade and grows…

Name: Common Name: Goldenseal  Scientific Name: Hydrastis canadensis  Description: Goldenseal is a small, perennial herb with a thick, yellow root and a purplish stem. It grows up to about 30 cm tall and bears a single, greenish-white flower, which gives way to a red berry. The leaves are broad and have a lobed appearance. Origin and Distribution: Originally native to the eastern United States and southeastern Canada, Goldenseal has been widely cultivated due to its medicinal properties. It thrives in wooded areas. Cultivation and Care: Goldenseal prefers shaded areas with rich, well-drained soil. It's typically cultivated under forest canopies and…

Name: Common Name: Yohimbe  Scientific Name: Pausinystalia johimbe Description: Yohimbe is an evergreen tree that can grow up to 30 meters tall. It has leathery, elongated leaves, small greenish-white flowers, and its bark is the most utilized part. The bark is reddish-brown and contains active compounds. Origin and Distribution: Yohimbe is native to Central and Western Africa, particularly found in countries like Cameroon, Gabon, and the Congo. Its cultivation has not spread widely due to the specific climate requirements. Cultivation and Care: This tree thrives in tropical rainforests with well-drained soil. It requires a humid, warm climate and does not…

Name: Common Name: White WillowScientific Name: Glycyrrhiza glabra  Description: White Willow is a medium to large-sized deciduous tree, often reaching up to 10-30 meters in height. It has elongated, narrow leaves that are pale green and silver-white beneath. The tree is known for its rough, grayish bark and slender, drooping branches. Origin and Distribution: Native to Europe and Central Asia, White Willow is now found in North America and other temperate regions. It typically grows along riverbanks and moist areas. Cultivation and Care: White Willow thrives in wet, loamy soils and requires full sun exposure. It's relatively easy to grow,…

Name: Common Name: Red Clover  Scientific Name: Trifolium pratense  Description: Red Clover is a perennial herbaceous plant, growing up to 20-80 cm tall. It has trifoliate leaves and distinctive pinkish-purple flowers. The plant is easily recognizable by the white V-shaped markings on its leaves. Origin and Distribution: Originally native to Europe, Western Asia, and northwest Africa, Red Clover is now widely cultivated globally. It thrives in meadows, grasslands, and open woodland areas. Cultivation and Care: Red Clover prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It's a hardy plant, often used as a cover crop in agriculture due to…

Name: Common Name: Maca  Scientific Name: Lepidium meyenii  Description: Maca is a biennial plant native to the high Andes of Peru. It grows up to 20 cm tall, with a rosette of green, fragrant leaves close to the ground and small off-white flowers. The most notable part is its fleshy underground tuber, resembling a radish. Origin and Distribution: Maca is indigenous to Peru, particularly in the Puna and Junín regions. Its cultivation has spread to Bolivia and some parts of Brazil, and it’s also being grown in high-altitude regions worldwide. Cultivation and Care: Maca thrives in harsh conditions, at altitudes…

Name: Common Name: Astragalus  Scientific Name: Astragalus membranaceus Description: Astragalus is a perennial plant, growing up to 36 inches tall. It features hairy stems, with leaves made up of many small leaflets and small, yellow or pale purple flowers. The root of the plant is commonly used in herbal remedies. Origin and Distribution: Native to the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere, particularly China, Mongolia, and Korea, Astragalus is widely used in traditional Chinese medicine. Cultivation and Care: Astragalus prefers sunny locations with well-drained soil. It's drought-resistant, making it suitable for arid climates. The plant typically takes four to seven…

Name: Common Name: Ashwagandha  Scientific Name: Withania somnifera  Description: Ashwagandha, also known as Indian ginseng, is a small evergreen shrub. It grows up to 35-75 cm tall, with elliptical green leaves, yellow flowers, and red fruit. The root and berries are the most commonly used parts in herbal medicine. Origin and Distribution: Native to India and North Africa, Ashwagandha is widely cultivated in these regions. It has also gained popularity in Western countries for its medicinal properties. Cultivation and Care: This hardy plant prefers dry, stony soil and thrives in sunnier climates. It requires minimal water and is relatively easy…

Name: Common Name: Lemon Balm  Scientific Name: Melissa officinalis Description: Lemon Balm is a perennial herb in the mint family, growing up to 70-150 cm tall. It features broad, heart-shaped leaves with a lemony scent and small white or yellowish flowers. Origin and Distribution: Originally from the Mediterranean region and parts of West Asia, Lemon Balm is now widely cultivated in Europe, North America, and other temperate regions. Cultivation and Care: This herb thrives in well-drained soil, with full sun to partial shade. Lemon Balm is drought-tolerant and easy to grow, making it popular in herb gardens. Harvesting and Storage:…

Name: Common Name: Evening Primrose  Scientific Name: Oenothera biennis  Description: Evening Primrose is a biennial plant growing up to 1.5 meters tall. It features lance-shaped leaves and bears large, yellow flowers that bloom in the evening, hence its name. The plant produces small seed capsules. Origin and Distribution: Originally from North America, Evening Primrose is now found in Europe, Asia, and parts of the Southern Hemisphere. It often grows in open, sandy, or rocky soils. Cultivation and Care: It thrives in well-drained soil with full sun exposure. Evening Primrose is drought-tolerant and generally low-maintenance, making it suitable for various climates.…