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Kushtha (Saussurea lappa)Asteraceae

Kushtha

Saussurea lappa

Saussurea lappa, widely known as Kushtha or Indian Costus, is a critically endangered perennial herb belonging to the Asteraceae…

CoughsAsthmaBronchitis
Kushtha Root (Saussurea costus)Asteraceae

Kushtha Root

Saussurea costus

Kushtha Root, scientifically known as Saussurea costus (Falc.) Lipsch, is a revered perennial herb belonging to the Asteraceae…

AsthmaChronic skin diseasesRheumatism
Kutaja (Kurchi Bark) (Holarrhena pubescens)Apocynaceae

Kutaja (Kurchi Bark)

Holarrhena pubescens

Kutaja, scientifically known as Holarrhena pubescens, is a notable deciduous tree belonging to the Apocynaceae family, a lineage…

Amoebic dysenteryChronic diarrheaIrritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Kutki (Picrorhiza kurroa Royle ex Benth.)Plantaginaceae

Kutki

Picrorhiza kurroa Royle ex Benth.

Kutki, scientifically known as Picrorhiza kurroa Royle ex Benth., is a revered perennial herb belonging to the Plantaginaceae…

Liver disorders (hepatitis, cirrhosis, fatty liver)JaundiceFevers (viral, bacterial, chronic)
Kuzu (Pueraria montana)Fabaceae

Kuzu

Pueraria montana

Kuzu, scientifically known as Pueraria montana (formerly Pueraria lobata), is a robust, perennial climbing vine belonging to the…

Alcohol Use Disorder (reduces consumption)Menopausal Symptoms (hot flashes, night sweats)Angina Pectoris
Labrador Tea (Rhododendron groenlandicum)Ericaceae

Labrador Tea

Rhododendron groenlandicum

Labrador Tea, scientifically known as Rhododendron groenlandicum, is a captivating perennial evergreen shrub belonging to the…

CoughChest conditionsKidney conditions
Ladies Mantle (Alchemilla vulgaris)Rosaceae

Ladies Mantle

Alchemilla vulgaris

Ladies Mantle, scientifically known as Alchemilla vulgaris, is a distinguished herbaceous perennial belonging to the extensive…

DysmenorrheaMenorrhagiaMenopause Symptoms
Lady Fern (Athyrium filix-femina)Athyriaceae

Lady Fern

Athyrium filix-femina

Lady Fern, scientifically known as Athyrium filix-femina, is a captivating perennial fern celebrated for its delicate, lacy…

Lung and breathing problems (traditional)Cough (traditional)Digestive tract illnesses (traditional)
Lajjalu (Sensitive Plant) (Mimosa pudica)Fabaceae

Lajjalu (Sensitive Plant)

Mimosa pudica

Mimosa pudica, commonly known as the Sensitive Plant, Lajjalu, Touch-Me-Not, or Shameplant, is a fascinating perennial herb from…

WoundsHemorrhoidsDiarrhea
Laksha (Laccifer lacca)Kerriidae

Laksha

Laccifer lacca

Laccifer lacca, universally recognized as Laksha, is not a plant itself but a vital resinous secretion derived from the female…

Raktapitta (Bleeding disorders)Bhagna hita (Fractures)Vrana (Wounds)
Larch (Larix decidua)Pinaceae

Larch

Larix decidua

Larch, scientifically known as Larix decidua, is a majestic deciduous conifer belonging to the Pinaceae family, a characteristic…

Chronic BronchitisEczemaPsoriasis
Lavanga (Syzygium aromaticum var)Myrtaceae

Lavanga

Syzygium aromaticum var

Lavanga, commonly known as Clove and scientifically classified as Syzygium aromaticum var., is a majestic perennial tree…

ToothacheNauseaVomiting
Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia)Lamiaceae

Lavender

Lavandula angustifolia

Lavender, scientifically known as Lavandula angustifolia, is a cherished herbaceous perennial shrub belonging to the esteemed…

Anxiety DisordersInsomniaDepression (mild to moderate)
Leea (Leea indica)Vitaceae

Leea

Leea indica

Leea indica, commonly known as Leea or Bandicoot Berry, is a robust perennial shrub belonging to the Vitaceae family, though…

ArthritisFeversSkin Infections
Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis)Lamiaceae

Lemon Balm

Melissa officinalis

Lemon Balm, scientifically designated as Melissa officinalis, is an esteemed herbaceous perennial belonging to the Lamiaceae…

AnxietyInsomniaStress
Lemon Myrtle (Backhousia citriodora)Myrtaceae

Lemon Myrtle

Backhousia citriodora

Lemon Myrtle, scientifically known as Backhousia citriodora F. Muell., is a magnificent evergreen tree endemic to the…

Bacterial infectionsFungal infectionsInflammation
Lemon Thyme (Thymus citriodorus)Lamiaceae

Lemon Thyme

Thymus citriodorus

Lemon Thyme, scientifically known as Thymus citriodorus, is a charming perennial herbaceous subshrub belonging to the Lamiaceae…

ColdsCoughsSore Throat
Lemon Verbena (Aloysia citriodora)Verbenaceae

Lemon Verbena

Aloysia citriodora

Lemon Verbena, known scientifically as Aloysia citriodora, is an elegant perennial shrub renowned for its intensely fragrant,…

InsomniaAnxietyDigestive upset
Lemon Verbena (Aloysia citrodora)Verbenaceae

Lemon Verbena

Aloysia citrodora

Lemon Verbena, scientifically known as Aloysia citrodora, is a captivating deciduous shrub belonging to the Verbenaceae family.…

IndigestionAnxietyInsomnia
Lemon-scented Goodenia (Goodenia lemoniana)Goodeniaceae

Lemon-scented Goodenia

Goodenia lemoniana

Goodenia lemoniana, commonly known as Lemon-scented Goodenia, is an enchanting perennial herb belonging to the distinctive…

InflammationOxidative stressMinor infections
Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus (DC.) Stapf)Poaceae

Lemongrass

Cymbopogon citratus (DC.) Stapf

Cymbopogon citratus, universally known as lemongrass, stands as a prominent perennial aromatic grass within the extensive…

InflammationBacterial infectionsFungal infections
Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus)Poaceae

Lemongrass

Cymbopogon citratus

Lemongrass, scientifically known as Cymbopogon citratus, is a fragrant, tropical perennial grass belonging to the Poaceae…

FeverDigestive upset (bloating, cramps, nausea, indigestion)Anxiety
Leucaena (Leucaena leucocephala)Fabaceae

Leucaena

Leucaena leucocephala

Leucaena leucocephala, widely recognized as the lead tree or white popinac, is an exceptionally fast-growing, evergreen to…

IndigestionMild DiarrheaConstipation
Lily of Valley (Convallaria majalis)Asparagaceae

Lily of Valley

Convallaria majalis

Lily of the Valley, scientifically known as Convallaria majalis, is an exquisite perennial herbaceous plant renowned for its…

Heart failure (historical use, unsafe)Irregular heartbeat (traditional use, unsafe)Edema/Fluid retention (historical diuretic, unsafe)