Herb & Plant Profiles
ORANGE MANDARIN
Native to tropical area in Asia. Mandarin is a small citrus tree with fruit (usually not exceeding 4 m in height). The leaves are shiny, green and small. The flowers are borne singly or in small groups. They are white in color. Mandarins are small and oblate, has orange color, pulp is made up of several slices which are full of juice. Mandarins are generally peeled and eaten fresh.
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BURDOCK ROOT
Burdock (Arctium Lappa) is a biennial plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is native to Europe and Asia. The herb can reach up to 3 m in height. The leaves are alternately arranged, quite large, heart-shaped, hairy on the bottom part and having a long petiole. The purple flowers are united into flower heads which are grouped in clusters.
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DELICIOUS LYCHEE FRUIT
Lychee is a popular and extremely delicious summer tropical fruit that is loaded with health benefits. The Lychee tree is called Litchi Chinensis and belongs to the Litchi genus, Sapindaceae family. It is native to China. The fleshy fruits can be spherical, oval or heart-shaped, about 5 cm long and 4 cm wide. The skin of the fruit is quite thin, robust and red or pink-red when ripe. It can be smooth or covered with sharp bumps.
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AMLA, OR INDIAN GOOSEBERRY
Amla is a subtropical deciduous tree that is famous for its eatable fruit and is native to India. Since ancient times amla has been considered a symbol of good health in Ayurvedic medicine. The amla trees can be found in the Middle East and India. Some common names of this plant include Indian gooseberry, emblic, myrobalan, Malacca tree.
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A GIFT OF MOUNTAINS
Arnica montana is a beautiful aromatic flower known for its strong healing properties. This hardy plant can be found only in high altitude - in mountain meadows. It is a popular ingredient of homeopathic medicine as well as a topical preparation. This charming mountainous flower is a potent herbal remedy for many common bodily disorders.
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MILK THISTLE
Milk Thistle has been used for many years as an herbal remedy for a variety of ailments, particularly liver, kidney and gall bladder problems. Milk Thistle is an herbaceous annual or biennial plant that can grow to be 10 feet tall. It has red or purple flowers. This plant has milky white fluid that comes from the plant’s leaves when they are crushed.
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RADISH
Do you like eating crunchy radishes? These low-calorie and refreshing vegetables are a popular ingredient of fresh spring salads. In fact, radish is known for its juicy, strong, a bit pungent and sometimes sweet taste. But aside from its wonderful gustatory qualities, this root plant is also a storehouse of essential vitamins, minerals and nutrients that are extremely beneficial for our health.
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VIOLA ODORATA
Viola odorata is a perennial flowering plant that belongs to the genus Viola. This flower originates from Asia and Europe but it was also spread to Australia and North America. The other names of the plant include Banafsa, wood violet, sweet violet and common violet. Viola odorata can grow up to 4-6 inches in height.
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ARTICHOKE
Globe artichoke (Cynara scolymus) is an annual or perennial flowering plant that belongs to the group of thistles. This healthy vegetable is native to the Mediterranean region and North Africa. The plant can grow up to 1.4-2 m in height. The leaves are lobed, silvery, glaucous green and can reach about 50-82 cm in length.
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JUICY GRAPEFRUIT
Grapefruit is one of the most beneficial fruits on the planet. Being very low-calorie, it’s extremely rich in vital antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and fiber. Eating at least one grapefruit a day can help you stay healthy, strong and energized.
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