Medicinal Plant Database

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Yashad Bhasma Source (Zinc compound)Mineral

Yashad Bhasma Source

Zinc compound

Yashad Bhasma, a unique organo-metallic preparation, is not a botanical plant but rather a meticulously processed zinc compound…

Immune DeficiencyConjunctivitisEye Infections
Yastimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra var. glandulifera)Fabaceae

Yastimadhu

Glycyrrhiza glabra var. glandulifera

Yastimadhu, scientifically designated as Glycyrrhiza glabra var. glandulifera, is a robust perennial herbaceous plant belonging…

IndigestionGastric ulcersSore throat
Yellow Dock (Rumex crispus)Polygonaceae

Yellow Dock

Rumex crispus

Yellow dock, scientifically known as Rumex crispus, is a resilient perennial herb belonging to the Polygonaceae family, which…

ConstipationIron-deficiency anemia (supportive)Mild liver congestion
Yellow Jasmine (Gelsemium sempervirens)Gelsemiaceae

Yellow Jasmine

Gelsemium sempervirens

Yellow Jasmine (Gelsemium sempervirens), also widely known as Carolina Jasmine, is an enchanting evergreen climbing vine…

Apprehension (Homeopathic)Nervous Tension (Homeopathic)Stage Fright (Homeopathic)
Yellow Root (Xanthorhiza simplicissima)Ranunculaceae

Yellow Root

Xanthorhiza simplicissima

Yellow Root, scientifically known as Xanthorhiza simplicissima Marshall, is a unique shrub-like plant belonging to the…

Mouth InfectionsSore ThroatHemorrhoids
Yerba Mansa (Anemopsis californica)Saururaceae

Yerba Mansa

Anemopsis californica

Yerba Mansa, scientifically known as Anemopsis californica, is a distinctive perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the…

Common coldFlu (influenza)Pain relief
Yerba Mate (Ilex paraguariensis)Aquifoliaceae

Yerba Mate

Ilex paraguariensis

A significant medicinal plant known for its therapeutic properties in traditional medicine systems. Yerba Mate (Ilex…

Digestive DisordersImmune WeaknessInflammation
Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon californicum)Namaceae

Yerba Santa

Eriodictyon californicum

Yerba Santa, scientifically known as Eriodictyon californicum, is a resilient perennial shrub typically reaching heights of 0.5…

CoughsColdsBronchitis
Ylang Ylang (Cananga odorata (Lam.) Hook.f. & Thomson)Annonaceae

Ylang Ylang

Cananga odorata (Lam.) Hook.f. & Thomson

Ylang Ylang, formally known as Cananga odorata (Lam.) Hook.f. & Thomson, is an iconic tropical tree renowned for its…

AnxietyStressDepression
Ylang Ylang (Cananga odorata)Annonaceae

Ylang Ylang

Cananga odorata

Ylang Ylang, scientifically known as Cananga odorata (Hook. F. & Thomson), is a magnificent, fast-growing tropical tree…

AnxietyStressDepression (mild)
Yohimbe (Pausinystalia yohimbe)Rubiaceae

Yohimbe

Pausinystalia yohimbe

Yohimbe, scientifically known as Pausinystalia yohimbe, is an impressive evergreen tree belonging to the Rubiaceae family,…

Erectile Dysfunction (ED)Antidepressant-induced Sexual DysfunctionLow Libido
Yu Zhu (Polygonatum odoratum)Asparagaceae

Yu Zhu

Polygonatum odoratum

Yu Zhu, scientifically known as Polygonatum odoratum, is a resilient herbaceous perennial thriving within the Asparagaceae…

Dry coughDry throatThirst from fluid loss
Yucca (Yucca schidigera)Asparagaceae

Yucca

Yucca schidigera

Yucca schidigera, commonly recognized as the Mojave yucca, is an iconic perennial shrub indigenous to the arid landscapes of the…

Arthritis (traditional use)Hypertension (traditional use)Migraine headaches (traditional use)
Zaluzianskya (Zaluzianskya microsiphon)Scrophulariaceae

Zaluzianskya

Zaluzianskya microsiphon

Zaluzianskya microsiphon, often known as Two-lipped Drumsticks or sometimes referred to as Day Phlox due to its diurnal…

No established treatment for any diseaseUnresearched anti-inflammatory conditions (potential for genus)Unresearched antiseptic uses (potential for genus)
Zamia Medicinal (Zamia integrifolia)Zamiaceae

Zamia Medicinal

Zamia integrifolia

Zamia integrifolia, commonly known as Zamia or Coontie, is a slow-growing, evergreen plant native to the southeastern United…

Digestive issuesGeneral debilityInflammation
Zanthoxylum (Zanthoxylum rhetsa)Rutaceae

Zanthoxylum

Zanthoxylum rhetsa

Zanthoxylum rhetsa, commonly known as the Indian prickly ash or 'Mullilam' in some regions, is a deciduous to semi-evergreen…

InflammationPain (general, dental, headache)Indigestion
Zanthoxylum Bungeanum (Zanthoxylum bungeanum)Rutaceae

Zanthoxylum Bungeanum

Zanthoxylum bungeanum

Zanthoxylum bungeanum, widely recognized by its common names Szechuan pepper, HuaJiao, or Fagara, is a deciduous shrub or small…

Abdominal painToothacheDyspepsia
Zanthoxylum Piperitum (Zanthoxylum piperitum)Rutaceae

Zanthoxylum Piperitum

Zanthoxylum piperitum

Zanthoxylum piperitum, commonly known as Japanese pepper or sansho, is a distinctive deciduous shrub or small tree belonging to…

Abdominal painDiarrheaToothache
Zapoteca (Zapoteca portoricensis)Fabaceae

Zapoteca

Zapoteca portoricensis

Zapoteca portoricensis, often known by the common name Zapoteca or, confusingly, as 'St. John's-wort' in certain Caribbean…

TonsillitisPain (general)Inflammation
Zeera Siyah (Bunium persicum)Apiaceae

Zeera Siyah

Bunium persicum

Zeera Siyah, scientifically known as Bunium persicum, is an esteemed perennial herb belonging to the expansive Apiaceae family,…

IndigestionBloatingFlatulence
Zelkova (Zelkova serrata)Ulmaceae

Zelkova

Zelkova serrata

Zelkova serrata, commonly known as Japanese zelkova, is a distinguished deciduous tree belonging to the Ulmaceae family, closely…

InflammationPainInfections (viral)
Zenobia (Zenobia pulverulenta)Ericaceae

Zenobia

Zenobia pulverulenta

Zenobia pulverulenta, commonly known as Dusty Zenobia or Honeycup, is a captivating deciduous to semi-evergreen shrub belonging…

Minor skin irritationsLocalized inflammationOxidative stress (potential)
Zephyranthes (Zephyranthes candida)Amaryllidaceae

Zephyranthes

Zephyranthes candida

Zephyranthes candida, commonly referred to as Rain Lily, is a perennial bulbous plant that reaches a height of up to 30…

inflammationWounds
Zhu Ling (Polyporus umbellatus)Polyporaceae

Zhu Ling

Polyporus umbellatus

Zhu Ling, scientifically known as Polyporus umbellatus, is a distinctive and highly valued medicinal fungus belonging to the…

EdemaObstructed UrinationKidney Disease Support