what medicinal plant can i select for doing a project?

Answer 1

St John's wort (IPA pronunciation: [-wɝt], rhyming with hurt, or [-wɔt]) used alone refers to the species Hypericum perforatum, also known as Klamath weed or Goat weed, but is used with qualifiers to refer to any species of the genus Hypericum. H. perforatum is sometimes called Common St. John's wort to distinguish it. The species of Hypericum have been placed by some in the family Hypericaceae, but more recently have been included in the Clusiaceae. Approximately 370 species of the genus Hypericum exist worldwide with a native geographical distribution including temperate and subtropical regions of North America, Europe, Asia Minor, the former Soviet Union, India and China

Medicinal uses of the herb

The first recorded use of Hypericum for medicinal purposes dates back to ancient Greece, and has been used ever since. The herb was also used by Native Americans internally as an abortifacient and externally as an anti-inflammatory, astringent, and antiseptic. The aerial parts of the plant can be cut and dried for later use in the form of herbal tea, which has long been enjoyed both for its pleasant (though somewhat bitter) taste and for its medicinal properties.

In modern medicine, standardized Hypericum extract (obtained from H. perforatum) is commonly used as a treatment for depression and anxiety disorders. In homeopathy, Hypericum is used in the treatment of numerous medical problems, yet the rate of success has not been adequately documented, as is very often the case in homeopathy. Historically, the flowers and stems of St John's wort have also been used to produce red and yellow dye.

St John's wort is today most widely known as a herbal treatment for depression. In some countries, such as Germany, Hypericum is prescribed for mild depression far more commonly than synthetic antidepressant medication [verification needed]. In most countries, standardized extracts are available over the counter – usually in tablet or capsule form, and also in teabags and tinctures.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/St._John%27s_Wort

Answer 2

It is batter to take Solanum xanthocarpum or Solanum nigrium.

Answer 3

I think thatneem,aloe vera,garlic tulsi,ginger and turmeric are more suitable plants to be chosen for projects in countries like India

Answer 4

Depends on the profile you want to carry out pharmacological, phytochemical, pharmacognostical etc. etc.

However here are some ideas:-

Hydrastis canadensis - Golden seal

Hypericum perforatum - St. John's wort

Serenoa repens - Saw Palmetto

Answer 5

Ada thoda a plant containing a medicine BROMHEXINE used in respiratory diseases to thin mucus secretions.

Answer 6

hello dipika,
your question is very brief so first target your work that what u want to do rather pharmacological study or phytochemical work or isolation and characterization of constituents.
on basis of this targeted area we can guide you in this regard

Answer 7

i think the tree that the Indians used to form aspirin ,they are the ones who developed Homeopathic use of plants

Answer 8

Try plantain.You can find a lot about it on the internet.If you live in the U.S. try Agave,Yucca etcetera...

Answer 9

How about Tulsi