Research and Promoters of African Medicinal Plants
Ox Knee (Achyranthes bidentate) Health Benefits and How to Use Achyranthes bidentata, commonly known as the Ox Knee, Achyranthes bidentata is an annual herb found in hilly districts of Asia and Africa and a plant widely used in traditional Chinese medicine. The plant grows wildly in most parts of Africa and its benefits are attributed to the…
Health Benefits of The Jiaogulan Plant (Gynostemma pentaphyllum) Jiaogulan, scientifically known as Gynostemma pentaphyllum, is a fascinating plant with a rich history and various uses. Jiaogulan is a dioecious, herbaceous climbing vine belonging to the Cucurbitaceae family, which includes cucumbers, gourds, and melons. It’s widely distributed in South and East Asia, New Guinea and Africa. In…
Coat Button Plant (Tridax procumbens) Coat Button Plant (Tridax procumbens) is a flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to the tropical Americas but has been introduced to many other regions of the world. It is also known as coat buttons, tridax daisy, cadillo chisaca, and herbe caille The plant has white or…
Amazing Benefits of Bahama grass (Cynodon dactylon) Bahama grass is a common name for Cynodon dactylon, a grass that is native to Europe, Africa, Australia and much of Asia. It is also known by many other names, such as Bermuda grass, couch grass, devil’s grass, dog’s tooth grass, and wiregrass Bahama grass is widely used as…
