Aloe Vera is a member of the Liliaceae family. Also known as Aloe barbadensis, Barbados aloe, and medicinal aloe. (Quattrocchi, 2000) There are nearly five hundred species of aloe, found throughout the world today. These low or stem-less plants that originated from Africa, have prickly margined, pointed leaves that produce a yellowish, “gel” or medicinal sap, when cut.
Taonomic Affiliation: The species Aloe Vera is more scientifically known as Aloe barbadenis. It is a member of the Asphodelacea (Liliaceae) family, which has many other similar plants, but A. Vera seems to be the most well known. (Mabberley, 1997)
Importance: The Aloe Vera plant is world renowned for its healing benefits. Many people refer to it as “the burn plant”
…show more content…
The plant is used in sunblock, and burn relief creams. It is also found in bandages and men’s and women’s shaving creams. These are just some examples of some of the many practical and everyday uses for the Aloe Vera plant. Many people keep the plant in their kitchen, and in the case of a cut or burn they simply break a leaf in half and spread the medicinal “gel” onto the affected area.
Life Cycle: The flowers can be bisexual or regular. The plant reproduces as most angiosperms do, but using pollen from their flowers. The pollen is usually carried either by the wind, or by insect from the male flower (containing the pollen) to a female flower for fertilization.
Description: This group is known for having storage organs that are usually bulbs, corns or rhizomes. They usually have low stems or no stems at all. The flowers (if any) are found characteristically in a raceme at the top of a stalk. The yellow flowers are borne on the stalks, which in some species of Aloe can be up to about three feet tall. The leaves are usually toothed or spiny at the margin, and are hollow, containing the medicinal “gel”. (Mabberley,
This alga has no predators that we know of for sure right now, but most likely this alga is a part of herbivorous marine animals', like sea urchins, sea turtles, and small fish, diets. Extracts of this alga, and relatives, are used in certain medicines, shampoos, and skin lotions, and is claimed to aid in skin health and support bones and cartilage. However the FDA has not reputed these claims. A 2009 study also shows that extracts from this alga are very effective as fertilizers and may also work as an antifungal. The antifungal side of these algae is part of what makes this an effective fertilizer: because the extracts also work as antifungals, they are able to slow down the growth of fungi that may harm the plants.
...h an upset stomach, menstrual cramps; I was also told that it would help my sleep at night. Another popular oil is tea tree, I have had personal experiences with this and by putting it on my acne I have seen a dramatic effect with my skin and a reduction of acne. Tea tree oil is also good for burns and ear infections. Peppermint oil is also popular for indigestion as well as mint teas. These each have specific parts of the body that they heal and take affect too.
There are other herbs that need to be taken internally to heal acne. Such herbs are Echinacea, oregano and basil. For the apt dosage of the herb, it is better to consult the labels of each supplement given to you before you use it. the best part of all these herbs is that these can also be applied to the skin to enhance the healing results. Echinacea can be applied as it is on the skin, but bas...
to the lobster and crab. Their closest living relative today is the horseshoe crab.The name
The only part of the plant that is consumed is the flower or bud. The stem and leaves of the plant can be broken down to make other materials. From this plant we could create consumer textiles, industrial textiles, paper, building materials, food, industrial products, and hygiene product... ... middle of paper ... ... just over half of all drug arrested in the States.
Also, the medical sales of marijuana would create an alternative source of natural medicine that has less harmful side-effects than some prescription medicines. Another more practical use for the cannabis plant is “hemp”. Hemp is another variety of cannabis that is used mainly for its fiber, oil, and seeds. The fiber can be used to make anything from clothes to cars, as Henry Ford shows us with his 1941 car made of hemp fibers mixed with other types of plant fibers, and ran off of hemp biofuel (Lance).... ...
The soft, fuzzy leaf of the wooly lamb’s ear plant is an excellent substitute for a bandage. Hunters and soldiers refer to the plant as woundwort and have used the leaves as field dressing for years with great success. Each leaf is antibacterial, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory thus reducing the risk of infection setting in. Furthermore, it readily absorbs blood and assists in the blood clotting process. It is also safe to use on children and most livestock. These leaves are often used in conjunction with comfrey leaves to dress
There have been several claims for the use of acai- the whole tree from the berry to the root. The acai berry is used to treat diarrhea, the root for jaundice, the rind is used for skin ulcers and the seeds used to treat fevers. Other claims are for treatment of diabetes, liver disorders, hair loss, hemorrhage, kidney disease, and menstrual and muscle pain (Ulbricht et al. 2012). These are some of the unconventional uses that have been used in Brazil (Ulbricht et al. 2012). There are several claims that acai can treat several conditions in the United States. One claim is that it is used with the treatment of MS. There are no studies to evaluate the safety or effectiveness of acai in the treatment of MS (Bowling, A. ...
Vitamin E in all its forms, functions predominantly as an antioxidant by protecting cells from free radicals in the body. Vitamin E works as an antioxidant by donating a hydrogen atom from a hydroxyl group to a free radical within the body. Vitamin E also plays a role in immune system function and protects cell membranes and regulation of gene expression. Vitamin E has been studied to uncover other medical usages, including prevention or treatment of many health conditions [1].
Cotton is an annual, biennial or perennial plant, but in cultivation it is generally treated as an annual; herbaceous to short shrub or small tree - two to six feet tall. It consist of a primary axis, erect and branched with a vegetative lower zone having monopodial branches, and a fruiting upper zone with sympodial branches. The leaves of the cotton plant alternate, cordate petiolate, three to nine lobed and palmately veined, with varying size, texture, shape and hairiness. The large, showy, cream yellow, red or purple flowers are extra axillary, terminal, solitary, and borne on sympodial branches. The calyx (= collectively the sepals) consists of a very short cup-shaped structure at the base of the corolla. The five petals of the corolla are either free or slightly united at the base of the convoluted bud (Sundararaj, 1974).
The plant sample, botanical name called Angelica sinensis as shown in Figure 2.1 is belongs to the family Umbelliferae which is same as parsley, carrots and celery. A. sinensis has been used for thousands of years traditionally and commonly known as Dang Gui (Chinese), Dong Quai (English), Toki (Japanese), Tanggwi (Korean), and Kinesisk Kvan (Danish). (Fang, et al., 2012). Moreover, the nicknames for A. sinensis are Female ginseng or Lady’s ginseng. It can be found in China, Japan and Korea which is commonly in damp mountain ravines, river banks and coastal areas.
Lichen Bright and neutral colors of crumbly material sit upon a boulder that beckons to be noticed. A small child places its hand upon the rock and notices upon withdrawal that small bits of an unknown substance come back, stuck upon the palm. Many people are unaware that this strange substance, called lichen, is actually a plant that thrives and lives upon that boulder. Lichen is a special kind of plant that has its own unique biology, has many different types and classifications, and heavily monitors our environment. To many people, plants are mainly just green chlorophyll-containing organisms that do the process of photosynthesis and release oxygen back into our air.
Aloe vera contains vitamin A, B (thiamine), B2 (riboflavin), C, beta carotene, vitamin E and F along with choline and folic acid. Aloe vera extract aids the digestion of sugars and fats, because it contains amylases and lipases. The plant does also contain; sodium, aluminium, potassium, calcium, magnesium, chromium, iron, copper and zinc. Saponins form 3% of the gel and have antiseptic properties. Aloe vera contains seven of the eight essential amino-acids.
It is low in sugar, but high in nutrients, such as calcium and iron, which allows it to be classified as a superfood. The acai berry has been used to treat a huge array of conditions over the years. It has been used as a treatment for diarrhea, ulcers, and infections. Non-edible products that utilize the healing properties of the acai berry include conditioners, moisturizers, and shampoos.