Garden Plants

Growing guides for garden plants — soil, sun, hardiness, pruning and pests.

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Aconitum Carmichaelii

Aconitum carmichaelii

Aconitum carmichaelii Debx. is a herbaceous perennial in the Ranunculaceae family. Common names include Chinese Aconite, Chuanwu…

Rheumatoid arthritisCardiovascular diseasesTumors (adjunctive)

Various

Aconitum Napellus

Aconitum napellus

Aconitum napellus is a striking perennial herbaceous plant, commonly known as Monkshood, Wolfsbane, or Devil's Helmet. It…

Historically targeted for: NeuralgiaHistorically targeted for: RheumatismHistorically targeted for: Sciatica

Ranunculaceae

Actaea

Actaea simplex

Actaea simplex, often recognized by its former classification as Cimicifuga simplex, is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging…

Menopausal symptomsHot flashesNight sweats

Campanulaceae

Adenophora

Adenophora liliifolia

Adenophora liliifolia, commonly known as the Lilyleaf Ladybell or Tall Ladybell, is a captivating perennial herbaceous plant…

Dry coughPhlegm accumulationBronchitis

Various

Adiantum Pedatum

Adiantum pedatum

Adiantum pedatum, commonly known as Northern Maidenhair Fern, is a distinctive deciduous perennial fern celebrated for its…

CoughMenstrual cramps (Dysmenorrhea)Inflammation

Various

Adiantum Venustum

Adiantum venustum

Adiantum venustum, commonly known as the Himalayan Maidenhair Fern, is a delicate and highly ornamental fern belonging to the…

CoughsBronchitisMenstrual cramps (Dysmenorrhea)

Various

Adlumia Fungosa

Adlumia fungosa

Adlumia fungosa, commonly known as Allegheny-vine, is a distinctive and delicate climbing biennial plant belonging to the…

InflammationIndigestionBloating

Various

Adonis Annua

Adonis annua

Adonis annua, commonly known as Pheasant's-eye, Autumn Adonis, or Blooddrops, is a captivating annual herbaceous plant belonging…

No safe therapeutic uses for diseases due to severe toxicity

Various

Adonis Vernalis

Adonis vernalis

Adonis Vernalis, commonly known as Spring Adonis, Pheasant's Eye, or Yellow Pheasant's Eye, is an exquisite perennial herbaceous…

Congestive Heart FailureCardiac InsufficiencyEdema (Cardiac Origin)

Various

Aesculus Hippocastanum

Aesculus hippocastanum

Aesculus hippocastanum, commonly known as the Horse Chestnut, is a majestic deciduous tree. It is native to the mountainous…

Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI)Varicose VeinsLeg Swelling (Edema)

Various

Aesculus Parviflora

Aesculus parviflora

Aesculus parviflora, commonly known as Bottlebrush Buckeye, is a distinctive deciduous suckering shrub belonging to the…

None (toxic plant)Not applicable (ornamental and poisonous)No known medicinal applications

Asteraceae

African Daisy

Osteospermum ecklonis

Osteospermum ecklonis, commonly recognized as African Daisy or Cape Daisy, is a striking herbaceous perennial belonging to the…

Not applicable for direct disease treatmentOrnamental use onlyNo established therapeutic claims

Amaryllidaceae

African Lily

Agapanthus praecox

Agapanthus praecox, widely recognized as the Common Agapanthus or African Lily, is a resilient perennial herbaceous plant native…

Cardiac ailments (traditional)Stomach discomfort (traditional)Respiratory conditions (traditional)

Araceae

African Mask Plant

Alocasia calidora

Alocasia 'Calidora', often recognized as the Calidora Elephant Ear, is a distinguished herbaceous perennial hybrid cultivar…

None directly for Alocasia 'Calidora' as it is an ornamental hybrid.However, related Alocasia species have traditional uses for:Skin irritations (external, processed forms of A. odora)

Bignoniaceae

African Tulip Tree

Spathodea campanulata

Spathodea campanulata is widely known as the African Tulip Tree, Fountain Tree, or Flame of Africa. It is a majestic,…

MalariaFeverDysentery

Various

Agapanthus Africanus

Agapanthus africanus

Agapanthus africanus, commonly known as the African Lily or Lily of the Nile, is a captivating perennial herbaceous plant…

Inflammation (traditional)Microbial infections (traditional)Digestive discomfort (traditional, with caution)

Amaryllidaceae

Agapanthus White

Agapanthus africanus White

Agapanthus africanus 'White', commonly known as the White African Lily or Lily of the Nile, is an exquisite perennial cultivar…

InflammationMinor WoundsSprains

Various

Agastache Rugosa

Agastache rugosa

Agastache rugosa, commonly known as Korean Mint or Wrinkled Giant Hyssop, is a distinguished herbaceous perennial belonging to…

IndigestionNauseaVomiting

Asparagaceae

Agave

Agave americana

Agave americana 'Garden', widely recognized as the century plant or maguey, is a magnificent succulent perennial within the…

ConstipationHigh CholesterolHigh Blood Pressure

Various

Agave Havardiana

Agave havardiana

Agave havardiana, commonly known as Harvard Agave or Harvard's Century Plant, is a striking evergreen perennial succulent native…

Minor Inflammatory ConditionsDigestive IrregularityOxidative Stress

Various

Agave Montana

Agave montana

Agave Montana, often called the Mountain Agave, is a striking perennial succulent. It is native to the high-altitude regions of…

ConstipationIndigestionFlatulence

Various

Agave Parryi

Agave parryi

Agave parryi, commonly known as Parry's Agave or Century Plant, is a magnificent perennial succulent native to the arid and…

Malnutrition (historical)Dehydration (mild, historical)Energy Depletion

Asteraceae

Ageratum

Ageratum houstonianum

Ageratum houstonianum is commonly known as Floss Flower, Bluemink, or Mexican Ageratum. It is a captivating annual herbaceous…

Fungal infections (topical)Minor woundsSkin abrasions

Various

Akebia Quinata

Akebia quinata

Akebia quinata, commonly known as Chocolate Vine, Five-leaf Akebia, or Raisin Vine, is a captivating deciduous to semi-evergreen…

EdemaUrinary difficultiesInflammation