The Western Ghats is very rich in its medicinal wealth. The forests and hills of this region is a treasure house of about 700 medicinal plants. Out of which some are used for traditional and folk medicinal practices. Many are exploited commercially for their active enzymes and their commercial value.
What are medicinal plants in forest?
| LIST OF IMPORTANT MEDICINAL PLANTS AND THEIR USES | ||
|---|---|---|
| NB: (Fam – Family, T – Tree, H – Herb, C – Climber, S- shrub) | ||
| Neem ( T ) | Azardirchata – indica Fam : Mahaceae | Rhizome |
| Anantamool/sariva ( S )Indian Sarap sarilla | Hemibi smus Indicus Fam: Asclepiadaceae | Root/ Leaf |
| Bach ( H ) Sweet Flag/1 yr | Acorus Calamus Fam : araceae | Rhizome |
How sacred plants can be helpful in conservation?
Belief and myth towards soil and water conservation Sacred groves play an important role in soil and water conservation. They improve the soil stability of the region and act as soil binder.
Which plants is called Dr of home?
Answer: Indian gooseberry plant is called a doctor of home.
Which medicinal plants are found in the forest of India?
MEDICINAL PLANT
| A | D | G |
|---|---|---|
| Abroma augusta | Datura metel | Gmelina arborea |
| Abrus precatorius | Dillenia indica | Gymnema sylvestre |
| Acanthus ilicifolius | Dioscorea bulbifera | Gloriosa superba |
| Aconitum ferox | Diospyros peregrina | Ginkgo biloba |
What do you understand by medicinal plants write about three medicinal plants?
Medicinal plants such as Aloe, Tulsi, Neem, Turmeric and Ginger cure several common ailments. These are considered as home remedies in many parts of the country. It is known fact that lots of consumers are using Basil (Tulsi) for making medicines, black tea, in pooja and other activities in their day to day life.
Why is conservation of sacred grove necessary?
Sacred Groves form important repositories of forest biodiversity and provide refuge to many plant and animal species of conservation significance. These forest patches protected for deities provide vital ecosystem services to local people.
What is the benefit of sacred groves trees and plants?
The combination of the trees and the various medicinal plants found in sacred groves, impacts greatly upon the surrounding areas. They have been shown to improve soil stability, prevent topsoil erosion and provide irrigation for agriculture in dry, arid climates; as well as providing healing sanctuaries and medicines.
