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Herbs

Of or relating to plants or parts of plants that have a primary use for food, flavoring, medicine, or perfume.

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Mucilaginous
Plants; Herbs

An herb or substance that is characterised by a gummy or gelatinous consistency which is soothing and healing to inflamed surfaces and mucous membranes.

Resin
Plants; Herbs

Resin is solid or semisolid hydrocarbon secretion from plants. It consists of volatile terpenes, essential oil and gums.

Renal
Plants; Herbs

An herb or substance that strengthens, heals, cleanses, or otherwise affects the kidneys, or is used to treat diseases of the kidneys.

Nervine
Plants; Herbs

A substance that calms and soothes the nerves and reduces tension and anxiety. Examples: ashwagandha, bala and gudmar.

Rhizomes
Plants; Herbs

Rhizomes are thickened, branching, creeping storage stems, present under ground. Examples: corms, tubers.

Ophthalmic
Plants; Herbs

An herb or substance that acts to heal, soothe, or strengthen the eyes, or which acts as a remedy for diseases of the eye.

Nauseant
Plants; Herbs

An herb that causes nausea and vomiting. Somewhat similar to an emetic.

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