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Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica)Lythraceae

Crape Myrtle

Lagerstroemia indica

Lagerstroemia indica, commonly known as crape myrtle, is a captivating deciduous or semi-evergreen tree or shrub belonging to…

Type 2 DiabetesHyperglycemiaInflammation
Crassula Sarcocaulis (Crassula sarcocaulis)Various

Crassula Sarcocaulis

Crassula sarcocaulis

Crassula sarcocaulis, commonly known as Bonsai Crassula, is a distinctive small, shrubby succulent plant belonging to the…

Aesthetic EnhancementHorticultural Therapy (stress reduction)Air Quality Improvement (indoor cultivation)
Creeping Jenny (Lysimachia nummularia)Primulaceae

Creeping Jenny

Lysimachia nummularia

Creeping Jenny, known scientifically as Lysimachia nummularia, is an enchanting perennial herbaceous plant celebrated for its…

WoundsCutsAbrasions
Creeping Mazus (Mazus reptans)Mazaceae

Creeping Mazus

Mazus reptans

Mazus reptans, commonly known as creeping mazus, is a captivating perennial herb belonging to the Mazaceae family, native to the…

Minor inflammationOxidative stressSmall cuts and scrapes
Crocosmia (Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora)Iridaceae

Crocosmia

Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora

Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora is commonly known as Montbretia or Garden Montbretia. It is a striking perennial herbaceous plant in…

Inflammation (traditional)Indigestion (traditional)Minor digestive complaints (traditional)
Crocosmia Masoniorum (Crocosmia masoniorum)Various

Crocosmia Masoniorum

Crocosmia masoniorum

Crocosmia masoniorum is commonly known as Coppertips or Falling Stars. This striking cormous perennial belongs to the Iridaceae…

Not traditionally used for specific disease treatmentPrimarily ornamental, not a medicinal plant for disease treatmentNo documented direct therapeutic applications for human diseases
Crocus (Crocus vernus)Iridaceae

Crocus

Crocus vernus

Crocus Garden, scientifically known as Crocus vernus, is a charming perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Iridaceae…

Depression (mild-moderate)AnxietyOxidative Stress
Crossandra Infundibuliformis (Crossandra infundibuliformis)Various

Crossandra Infundibuliformis

Crossandra infundibuliformis

Crossandra infundibuliformis is commonly known as the Firecracker Flower or Aboli. It is an exquisite perennial shrub. The plant…

Dermatitis (mild)Itching (mild)Redness (skin)
Cup Plant (Silphium perfoliatum)Asteraceae

Cup Plant

Silphium perfoliatum

Silphium perfoliatum, commonly known as Cup Plant, is a striking and robust perennial native to central and eastern North…

common coldbronchitis symptomsindigestion
Cuphea Ignea (Cuphea ignea)Lythraceae

Cuphea Ignea

Cuphea ignea

Cuphea ignea, widely recognized by its evocative common names such as the Cigar Plant, Firecracker Plant, and Mexican Cigar…

Support for oxidative stress (via antioxidants)Inflammation modulation (via phenolic compounds)Immune system support (general plant compounds)
Currant (Ribes rubrum)Grossulariaceae

Currant

Ribes rubrum

Currant, scientifically known as Ribes rubrum, is a captivating deciduous shrub in the Grossulariaceae family. It typically…

Digestive spasmsMild inflammationOxidative stress
Cushion Spurge (Euphorbia polychroma)Euphorbiaceae

Cushion Spurge

Euphorbia polychroma

Euphorbia polychroma, widely recognized by its common name, Cushion Spurge, is a resilient perennial herbaceous plant belonging…

None (Ornamental Plant)Not applicable due to toxicityPotential research areas for related species: anti-inflammatory (in vitro)
Cypella Herbertii (Cypella herbertii)Various

Cypella Herbertii

Cypella herbertii

Cypella herbertii (Lindl.) Herb., commonly known as Herbert's Cypella, is an elegant perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the…

Inflammation (traditional support)Oxidative stress (antioxidant support)Minor digestive discomfort (traditional relief)
Cyperus Papyrus Dwarf (Cyperus papyrus)Cyperaceae

Cyperus Papyrus Dwarf

Cyperus papyrus

Cyperus papyrus, commonly known as papyrus or Egyptian reed, is a majestic perennial aquatic sedge. It belongs to the Cyperaceae…

Water Quality Impairment (through filtration)Soil Degradation (through erosion control)Habitat Disruption (by providing wetland ecosystems)
Daffodil (Narcissus pseudonarcissus)Amaryllidaceae

Daffodil

Narcissus pseudonarcissus

Narcissus pseudonarcissus, commonly known as the Wild Daffodil or Lent Lily, is a striking member of the Amaryllidaceae family,…

Alzheimer's disease (symptomatic treatment via galantamine)Whooping Cough (historical, unproven, unsafe)Colds (historical, unproven, unsafe)
Dahlia (Dahlia spp.)Asteraceae

Dahlia

Dahlia spp.

Dahlia is a captivating genus within the extensive Asteraceae family. It encompasses over 42 species of bushy, tuberous,…

Type 2 Diabetes (management)Digestive Issues (constipation, dysbiosis)Bacterial Skin Infections (traditional)
Dahlia Bishop (Dahlia bishop of Llandaff)Asteraceae

Dahlia Bishop

Dahlia bishop of Llandaff

Dahlia 'Bishop of Llandaff' is a distinguished perennial herbaceous plant and a captivating cultivar within the Dahlia genus.…

Blood sugar imbalance (traditional, inulin)Digestive issues (prebiotic inulin)Inflammation (potential from phenolics)
Dahlia Coccinea (Dahlia coccinea)Various

Dahlia Coccinea

Dahlia coccinea

Dahlia coccinea, commonly known as Scarlet Dahlia or Red Dahlia, is a captivating herbaceous perennial native to the…

AtherosclerosisFungal skin infectionsBacterial skin infections
Dahlia Dinner Plate (Dahlia × hortensis)Asteraceae

Dahlia Dinner Plate

Dahlia × hortensis

Dahlia × hortensis, commonly known as the Dinner Plate Dahlia, is a magnificent hybrid in the Asteraceae family. People…

Minor skin irritations (traditional, topical)Inflammation (traditional, inferred)Oxidative stress (potential antioxidant activity)
Dahlia Merckii (Dahlia merckii)Various

Dahlia Merckii

Dahlia merckii

Dahlia merckii, commonly known as Merck's Dahlia, is an elegant tuberous perennial species. It belongs to the expansive…

InflammationOxidative stressIndigestion
Dahlia Pompom (Dahlia pompon)Asteraceae

Dahlia Pompom

Dahlia pompon

Dahlia Pompon, scientifically known as Dahlia Pompon and a cherished member of the Asteraceae family, is a captivating perennial…

Digestive issues (prebiotic effects)Minor infections (traditional use)Inflammation (general)
Daphne Odora (Daphne odora)Thymelaeaceae

Daphne Odora

Daphne odora

Daphne odora, commonly known as Winter Daphne or Fragrant Daphne, is an exquisite evergreen shrub belonging to the Thymelaeaceae…

Localized pain (external traditional use, highly cautioned)Skin irritations (external traditional use, high risk)Inflammation (research on isolated compounds)
Darlingtonia (Darlingtonia californica)Sarraceniaceae

Darlingtonia

Darlingtonia californica

Darlingtonia californica, widely known as the California pitcher plant or Cobra Lily, is a highly specialized and enigmatic…

None for human diseasesInsect overpopulation (ecological)Nutrient deficiency in bog ecosystems (ecological role)
Darmera Peltata (Darmera peltata)Various

Darmera Peltata

Darmera peltata

Darmera peltata is a striking perennial herbaceous plant in the Saxifragaceae family. People commonly call it Indian Rhubarb or…

InflammationOxidative stressIndigestion