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Chungang

Oryza Sativa (Beaten Rice)

An aromatic herb with runner underground stem,leaves ovate, flowers small, white in spike. Distributed throughout Nepal to about 2500 m in moist, open places.Leaves powder, paste and essential oils are highly beneficial for skin. Good for all, oily and sensitive skin types; gives refreshing, cooling and soothing effect to the skin; antiseptic, rich in antioxdants and Virtamin E, beneficial for anti-aging, anti-wrinkle; an excellent treatment for acne.

1. Consider as a very good herb to fight with hot during summer season, 2. also very good while suffering from indigestion, toothache and 3. beneficial for skin problems like acne by the local inhabitants

Shrub having eliptical leaves; flowers solitary white. Distributed in central and eastern Nepal to about 450-1200 m (MidHills), cultivated. Good for Normal, Dry, Delicate skin; Antiseptic; Antioxidant; Moisturizing, Rejuvenating

Leaves are used to make a beverage, tea.

Prostrate shrub with linear leaves in three or pairs crowded. Distributed throughout Nepal at 3300-4600 m in dry open, alpine regions at rocky places. Good cleasing agent for a Oily, Congested, Clogged, Acne porne skin and Oily hair. having astringent, antiseptic, anti microbial, with skin rejuvinating properties with warm, refreshing, spicy aroma; enhances skin radiance and tone up the luster of dull looking and sluggish skin. Also energize, uplift and invigorate

1. Leaves and fruits are eaten to cure fever, headaches and skin diseases. 2. Locally, leaves and twigs are highly valued for inscence.

Aswangandha

It treats leprosy and other skin diseases shows carcinogen- reducing properties and is antifungal and antiviral. It also destroys bacteria and over 200 insect species including locusts and mites. This is good for many skin disorders including ringworm, alopecia, eczema, scabies, ticks and lice. It is antibacterial and antiviral.

It is one of the most important detoxicants in Ayurvedic medicine and is a potent febrifuge, long used to treat intermittent fevers.Traditional Indian medicine recommend that patients suffering from Chicken Pox sleep on neem leaves. The timber is so highly prized for its insecticidal properties that in parts of Africa it is grown in hedges to provide easily harvested material for protection against inset- borne diseases.Herbs used in :-

Betal Nut

used externally as an irritant for rheumatism,bronchitis, pain in the joints,neuralgia and pleurisy: Mustard poultice is basically used for a variety of skin conditions. When it is used to the skin, the capillaries will be dilated and in effect, causing the increase of the blood circulation. The burning sensation excites an outward inflammation entering the skin deeply and killing the infections and at the same time pulling out intoxication. Its use can also relieve pain because of its counter-irritant effect. Other than its medicinal benefit, mustard poultice can bring out beautiful and healthy skin because it enhances blood circulation. it stimulates appetite, promotes the secretion of the digestive glands and acts as a digestant

It has provided pungent flavorings, green vegetables, and medicinal compounds from very early times. Use as a condiment in the West dates back to at least 400 BC and medicinal uses were first mentioned in china in 659 AD

Bringaraj

An antiseptic, soothing, anti-inflammatory herb very effective for healing very dry, sensitive skin especially after sunburn. It is also good for bruises, sprains, pulled muscles, sores and boils.petals can be used as a rinse to lighten and brighten hair. The petals also make a nourishing cream for the skin.helps to treat inflammatory problems of the digestive system such as gastric, peptic ulcers.

It was used in early Indian and Arabic cultures, and in ancient Greece and Rome, as a medicinal herb and as a colorant for fabrics, foods, and cosmetics.

A thistle-like plant with a strong central branch stem. Each branch will usually have from one to five flower heads. Flower color is usually yellow or orange, although some varieties have red or white flowers.A very good astringent, gives replenishing effect for all types of damaged skins, especially good for Oily skin; give cleansing and toning effects by reducing blemishes, freckles; also improves skin texture; rich in anti-oxidants, vitamins A ,C and E; fights against free radicals, aging, fine lines and wrinkle formations; regenerate and rejuvenate the supple skin. An excellent emollient and moisturizer; nourish skin; enhance blood circulation; rejuvenate the skin, brings elasticity and complete glow to the skin , leaving it fresh and appealing; its anti-inflammatory properties is extremely beneficial for itchiness, dryness, irritation, rashes and stretch marks; relieves from stress and pain.

It treats skin infections including leprosy and skin ulcers. It is taken as tonic for poor digestion and rheumatism. Fresh leaves are given to children to treat dysentry.it is revitalizing herb that stengthen nervous funtion and memory

It has long been used medicinally and to aid meditation in India. Traditionally use din both India and Africa for leprosy, it entered the French pharmacopoeia via Madagascar.

Chana

Evergreen, moderate sized tree; bark dark brown, wrinkled; leaves stalked, alternate or sub opposite; flowers stalked, yellowish. Distributed throughout Nepal at 500-2000 m on moist slopes of forested land. A stimulant and anti pain herb beneficial at lifting the spirits . Benefits on sore muscles, inflamed joints, bring relief from the arthritis pain and sprains, nervous system, headache and insomnia, brought on by stress or frayed nerves; It's important antibacterial and anti-fungal properties treat skin irritations and infections and helps to nourishes the skin.

Leaves and Bark are extensively used to trear colic and diarrhea. Also used to check nausea and vomitting.

It contains antioxidants and Vitamin C to repair damaged skin and AHAs (Alpha-hydroxy acids) that peel away old tissues.

It is applied externally as a lotion for rheumatic pain.It settles spasms within the gut and counters the effect of nervous tension.

It was introduced to Chinese cooking and medicine c. AD 600. In Chinese Material Medica (G.A. Stuart, 1911), it was recommended for certain types of non- pathogenic food poisoning caused by decaying matter.

Lemongrass oil has great benefits as a muscle and skin toner, and revitalizes the body and mind, helps with infections and keeps the family pet flea and tick free and smelling nice. It also is used for clearing up oily skin and acne, as well as athlete's foot. Perennial grass with aromatic leaves. Distributed in central and eastern Nepal to about 500-1800 m (mid Hills) in open, rocky places. Beneficial for skin rejuvination. good for oily skin due to Astringent properties; Antisepticl and anti microbial; reduce acne and pimples; open blocked pores; cleanses and refines sluggish and dull skin; toning skin.

It is an antidepressant. antiseptic and local anesthetic, antioxidant

It was first mentioned as a medicinal plant in china c. AD720. The green fruits are regarded as a kidney tonic.