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Thunbergia Erecta (Thunbergia erecta)Acanthaceae

Thunbergia Erecta

Thunbergia erecta

Thunbergia erecta, commonly known as the Bush Clockvine, King's Mantle, or Potato Bush, is a captivating evergreen shrub. It…

InflammationPainSkin Irritations
Thunbergia Grandiflora (Thunbergia grandiflora)Acanthaceae

Thunbergia Grandiflora

Thunbergia grandiflora

Thunbergia grandiflora, commonly known as the Bengal Clock Vine or Sky Vine, is a robust, evergreen perennial climber. It…

InflammationRheumatismFever
Tiarella Cordifolia (Tiarella cordifolia)Various

Tiarella Cordifolia

Tiarella cordifolia

Tiarella Cordifolia, commonly known as Foamflower, is a delightful native perennial. It originates from the woodlands of eastern…

Minor cuts and scrapesSkin irritationsMinor burns
Tiarella Wherryi (Tiarella wherryi)Saxifragaceae

Tiarella Wherryi

Tiarella wherryi

Tiarella wherryi is commonly known as Wherry's foamflower. It is a charming herbaceous perennial native to the southeastern…

Minor Skin IrritationsMild DiarrheaMinor Wounds
Tigridia Pavonia (Tigridia pavonia)Iridaceae

Tigridia Pavonia

Tigridia pavonia

Tigridia Pavonia, commonly known as Tiger Flower, Peacock Flower, or Mexican Shell Flower, is a stunning cormous perennial. It…

Not applicable - ornamental plant
Tithonia Rotundifolia (Tithonia rotundifolia)Various

Tithonia Rotundifolia

Tithonia rotundifolia

Tithonia Rotundifolia, commonly known as the Mexican Sunflower, is a spectacular, fast-growing annual. It is native to Mexico…

FeverMalaria symptomsInflammation
Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum)Solanaceae

Tomato

Solanum lycopersicum

The tomato, scientifically known as Solanum lycopersicum, is a widely cultivated flowering plant belonging to the nightshade…

Cardiovascular disease (risk mitigation)Prostate cancer (risk reduction)Skin aging (support)
Torch Ginger (Etlingera elatior)Zingiberaceae

Torch Ginger

Etlingera elatior

Etlingera elatior, commonly known as torch ginger, is a magnificent perennial herbaceous plant native to the humid tropical…

FeverSkin IrritationsDigestive Issues
Torenia (Torenia fournieri)Linderniaceae

Torenia

Torenia fournieri

Torenia fournieri is widely known as the Wishbone Flower, Clown Flower, Summer Pansy, or Bluewings. It is a captivating annual…

No documented human diseases treatedNot recognized for therapeutic benefitsPrimarily ornamental species
Trachyandra Divaricata (Trachyandra divaricata)Asphodelaceae (formerly classified under Liliaceae)

Trachyandra Divaricata

Trachyandra divaricata

Trachyandra divaricata is a succulent perennial known for its distinctive foliage and delicate flowers. It forms clumps of…

None known
Tradescantia (Tradescantia virginiana)Commelinaceae

Tradescantia

Tradescantia virginiana

Tradescantia virginiana, commonly known as Virginia Spiderwort, is an enchanting and robust perennial native to the eastern…

Insect bitesMinor skin irritationsStings
Trailing Lantana (Lantana montevidensis)Verbenaceae

Trailing Lantana

Lantana montevidensis

Lantana montevidensis, commonly known as trailing lantana or purple lantana, is a charming, low-growing perennial shrub…

Minor skin irritationsAbrasionsInsect bites
Trailing Lobelia (Lobelia erinus)Campanulaceae (Bellflower Family)

Trailing Lobelia

Lobelia erinus

Lobelia erinus is commonly known as Edging Lobelia or Garden Lobelia. It is a captivating annual plant, though it can persist as…

No medicinal usesPrimarily ornamentalNo traditional cures
Tricyrtis Hirta (Tricyrtis hirta)Liliaceae

Tricyrtis Hirta

Tricyrtis hirta

Tricyrtis hirta, commonly known as the Toad Lily or Hairy Toad Lily, is an enchanting herbaceous perennial in the Liliaceae…

Skin Inflammation (traditional)Insect Bites (traditional)Minor Wounds (traditional)
Trillium (Trillium grandiflorum)Melanthiaceae

Trillium

Trillium grandiflorum

Trillium grandiflorum, commonly known as the Great White Trillium or Wake-robin, is a captivating perennial herbaceous plant…

Inflammation (general)Minor bleedingFluid retention
Trimezia Steyermarkii (Trimezia steyermarkii)Various

Trimezia Steyermarkii

Trimezia steyermarkii

Trimezia Steyermarkii, commonly recognized as Steyermark's Yellow Iris or the Tropical Starflower, is an exquisite perennial…

InflammationOxidative stressArthritis symptoms
Trochodendron Aralioides (Trochodendron aralioides)Trochodendraceae

Trochodendron Aralioides

Trochodendron aralioides

Trochodendron aralioides, commonly known as the Wheel-tree or Green Ash, is a remarkable evergreen tree native to Japan, Korea,…

Oxidative stress managementInflammation supportCardiovascular health promotion
Trollius Chinensis (Trollius chinensis)Various

Trollius Chinensis

Trollius chinensis

Trollius chinensis, commonly known as Chinese globeflower or Great Globe Flower, is a striking perennial herb native to the…

InflammationFeverPain
Tropicanna Canna (Canna tropicanna)Cannaceae

Tropicanna Canna

Canna tropicanna

Canna Tropicanna, botanically known as Canna x generalis 'Tropicanna', is a magnificent ornamental hybrid celebrated globally…

InflammationEdemaMinor Wounds
Tuberose (Polianthes tuberosa)Asparagaceae

Tuberose

Polianthes tuberosa

The Tuberose, scientifically designated as Polianthes tuberosa, is a strikingly beautiful and intensely fragrant perennial…

Stress (aromatherapy)Anxiety (aromatherapy)Mild depression (aromatherapy)
Tufted Hairgrass (Deschampsia cespitosa)Poaceae

Tufted Hairgrass

Deschampsia cespitosa

Deschampsia cespitosa, commonly known as tufted hairgrass, is a highly variable and widely distributed perennial cool-season…

Oxidative StressDigestive DiscomfortMild Respiratory Irritations
Turnip (Brassica rapa)Brassicaceae (Mustard family)

Turnip

Brassica rapa

The turnip, scientifically known as Brassica rapa subsp. rapa, is a globally cultivated biennial root vegetable. Growers…

ConstipationOxidative stressVitamin C deficiency
Typhonium (Typhonium venosum)Araceae

Typhonium

Typhonium venosum

Typhonium venosum, widely recognized as the Voodoo Lily, Aroid Lily, or sometimes the Snakemilk plant, is a captivating and…

InflammationJoint painSwelling
Ursinia Anthemoides (Ursinia anthemoides)Various

Ursinia Anthemoides

Ursinia anthemoides

Ursinia anthemoides, commonly known as Cape Marigold or Gousblom, is an exquisite annual flowering plant indigenous to the…

Inflammation (potential, family-based)Oxidative stress (potential, family-based)Minor skin irritations (hypothetical topical)