Plants That Heal

It has been said for millennia that plants are essential to our existence and are our life. Furthermore, they are essential to our way of life, and it is undeniable that they are in charge of both our food and our surroundings. It would be challenging to sustain life on this lovely planet, Earth, without them; they also cure our bodies and souls. Certain medicinal plants benefit our bodies, minds, and even spirituality. I always give greater attention to people that are nearby and easily accessible. I will discuss a few plants that have spiritual and medical uses.

Hibiscus: The hibiscus flower is known in Sanskrit as Japapushpa, or gurhal in India. Hibiscus spps is its botanical name, and it is one of the members of the Malvoideae family. The cultivation of hibiscus is widespread from Malaysia to India. The most common flower is the hibiscus, which has many lovely hybrids.

It is a sacred sacrifice made to the mother goddess Kali, and Lord Ganesha in Hindu worship, and it is revered by Jains, Buddhists, and others. It is also used for the devotion of Lord Hanuman and Devi Maa.

It has certain therapeutic properties and is used as jam in the Caribbean, in addition to being widely utilized in Mexican vegetable dishes and herbal drinks. It has antioxidant and lipid-lowering properties that are good for heart health, according to some research.

Extracts from the red flowers and leaves are used to treat hair in southern India and the Pacific Islands. White hibiscus buds are used in Ayurvedic medicine to help with digestion.

Cautions: Products containing hibiscus are not advised for use by pregnant women or nursing mothers.

Neem Tree: The botanical name of the neem tree, Azadirachta indica, is derived from the Sanskrit word nimba. It is a member of the Meliaceae family. The neem tree, an evergreen that grows quickly, is local to Bangladesh, Myanmar, India, and Pakistan. Neem’s leaves resemble feathers and its bark is rough and scaly. In addition to having tiny, white, star-shaped flowers, the leaves are stained purple and scarlet when they are young.

In India, neem is referred to as the “divine tree” and is said to be the cure-all for all ailments. Neem tree planting, according to the ancient Hindus, guarantees entry to heaven.

Because of the neem tree’s pure, hygienic, and protective qualities, Indians have a strong bond with it and use it in their daily lives. Neem water was used to bathe the infants. Patients who sleep on neem leaves will be cured of smallpox and chickenpox. Spiritually, the neem tree was thought to be home to both the strong goddess Maa Kali and Shitala Maa, the goddess of smallpox.

It is especially recommended in Ayurvedic medicine for skin conditions. Neem is used to make a variety of medicinal medicines using all of its parts. In Bangladesh and India, neem oil is used to treat skin conditions.

Neem twigs are used as dental brushes in Bangladesh, Pakistan, and India. Cosmetics that are helpful for skin care, like acne and pimple treatments, are made with neem oil. Neem is also used to control plant diseases and pests.

Cautions: It is highly risky for young children and babies who consume neem seeds or oil orally. Dry skin results from prolonged use of neem extracts. It is absolutely dangerous for breastfeeding mothers to consume neem.

Greetings, Readers

I appreciate you taking the time to read my article about medicinal and spiritual healing plants. Continue to be joyful, smile, and maintain your health.

With gratitude

~Preeti😊