Mango (Mangifera indica)-- fruits

Mango (Mangifera indica), member of the cashew family (Anacardiaceae) and one of the most important and widely cultivated fruits of the tropical world. The mango tree is considered indigenous to eastern Asia, Myanmar (Burma), and Assam state of India. Mangoes are a rich source of vitamins A, C, and D. The tree is evergreen, often reaching 15–18 metres (50–60 feet) in height and attaining great age. The simple leaves are lanceolate, up to 30 cm...

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Guyabano -- fruit

Guyabano  is a fruit that comes from the Graviola tree. Other names for guyabano (name known in the Philippines) include: guanábana (Spanish), graviola (Portuguese), pawpaw (in Brazil), corossol (French), soursop (English), and custard apple (English). The scientific name is annona muricata. Guyabano is known to being rich in vitamin C and B vitamins thiamin, riboflavin and niacin, but here...

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Santan(Isora)-- flower

Ixora (Santan) is a genus of flowering plants in the Rubiaceae family. It is the only genus in the tribe Ixoreae. It consists of tropical evergreen trees and shrubs and holds around 545 species. About Ixora Shrubs The plant has glossy leathery leaves that are oval shaped and stiff. The plant is similar in appearance to and related to the gardenia. Blooms are clusters of four petaled florets which can last four to six weeks on the...

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Gumamela(Hibiscus)-- flower

Hibiscus is a genus of flowering plants in the mallow family, Malvaceae. The genus is quite large, comprising several hundred species that are native to warm-temperate, subtropical and tropical regions throughout the world Fertilizing Hibiscus  A growing hibiscus plant needs lots of nutrients in order to bloom well. In the summer, use a high potassium fertilizer. You can either use a diluted liquid fertilizer one a week, a slow release...

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Sampaguita Plant

Sampaguita (Jasminum sambac) is a sweetly scented tropical flower. Belonging to the wide genus of Jasmines (Jasminum), Sampaguita is the common name of the species Jasminum sam...

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Sambong ---Herbal

Sambong/Blumea balsamifera Herbal Medicine Sambong is widely used in the Philippines as herbal medicine. Sambong leaves are known for its ngai or Blumea camphor that is used as herbal medicine to treat kidney stones, wounds and cuts, rheumatism, anti-diarrhea, anti spasms, colds and coughs and hypertension.Sambong Mechanism of action in disease prevention Sambong as diuretic for hypertension and fluid retention Sambong for the Dissolution of...

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Lemon grass (Tanglad)--Herbal Medicine

Lemon grass Lemon Grass is an herb largely popular for its citrus flavour with a trace of ginger.  It is widely used in cooking .  Lemon grass is not only good for flavoring but it has been traditionally used as herbal medicine to treat various medical condition. Lemon grass is largely used in traditional herbal medicine for various conditions: Antiseptic, antibacterial and antimicrobial Prevents body odor Improves body metabolism Lemon...

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