List of common plants with medicinal value

Traditional medicine has been using some wonderful plants to treat diseases ranging from beriberi to cancer Although modern medical technology has entered a new field, herbal medicine and medicinal plants are still an important part of the field of health care Although there are many plants with medicinal value, the following are the most common Ginseng is a common energy drink Traditional medicine regards ginseng root as a very valuable herbal medicine, which has the functions of refreshing and strengthening sexual desire Ginseng is usually ground after drying and processed into tablets or liquid health products The roots of this herb need to grow and mature for many years, and there are different kinds, among which wild, American ginseng and ginseng are the most common Ginseng is often used to treat diabetes, erectile dysfunction, fatigue, stress and common cold Buttercup is a powerful herb that has been used to treat constipation, cuts and burns Although the small flowers and berries of this plant don't look impressive, grinding their roots into powder and adding them to other natural prescriptions can cure trauma, inflammation, gastrointestinal discomfort, respiratory diseases and even liver diseases Buttercup can also be used to enhance appetite and promote digestion However, due to over harvesting and land destruction, the traditional herb is now at risk of extinction Ginkgo has the reputation of "living fossil" The fruits and leaves of this long-lived tree species (which can survive for more than a thousand years) have medicinal value, and can treat various diseases such as glaucoma and memory decline Processing ginkgo into tea, powder and tablet is a health care product that can treat Alzheimer's disease, Alzheimer's disease, depression, circulatory problems, vision loss and eliminate free radicals It contains antioxidant flavonoids that protect nerve cells, terpenoids that promote blood circulation, and can be added to other prescriptions to enhance the efficacy This plant is a double-edged sword in herbal medicine St John's wort is commonly used to treat depression and is a healthy alternative to chemotherapy However, this plant is also a poisonous herb that can endanger the growth of other plants, and can have serious reactions and interactions with other drugs Because of its duality, this plant is controversial in the scientific community When St John's wort is made into powder or tablet, it can cure sadness, depression, anxiety and even alcoholism Chamomile is a kind of herbal medicine that can reduce stress and promote sleep Like Buttercup, chamomile is also an ancient recipe for treating many diseases, including gastric ulcer and insomnia As a member of Compositae, chamomile, honey, herbs and lemon are used to make tea, which has a good calming and relaxing effect on the body Aloe Vera is often used to treat cuts and burns Aloe vera, a desert plant that stores water in its leaves, is often used as an external medicine for minor cuts, rashes and burns Aloe Vera is also used to treat sunburn due to its soothing and cooling effects In addition, oral intake of aloe can treat gastric ulcer and constipation Although there is controversy about the health care function of this plant, aloe has been known for its antibacterial and antifungal functions.