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What is the chief medicinal compound found in the roots of Safed Musli?
Which component of Aloe Vera is recognized for its wound healing properties?
Which medicinal plant is used to treat snake bites and acute jaundice?
What is the primary economic part of Foxgloves utilized in medicine?
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Which medicinal plant is known for its anti-stress and immuno-modulator uses?
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What type of propagation is used for Guggal?
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What family does Aloe Vera belong to?
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What are the major alkaloids present in Indian Ginseng?
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The economic part of Safed Musli is the ______.
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Indian Bdellium Trees are primarily sourced from North America.
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What is the chief medicinal compound present in the roots of Safed Musli?
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Which medicinal plant is used to treat snake bites?
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What part of the Foxgloves plant is used for heart diseases?
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Guggal is used for treating obesity.
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The economic part of Medicinal Yam is ______.
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Study Notes
Aloe Vera
- Belongs to the Liliaceae family, characterized as a perennial succulent plant.
- Contains important medicinal compounds: Aloin and C-glucosides (notably Barbaloin).
- Aloe vera gel is rich in glucomannan, a biogenic stimulator that aids in wound healing.
Indian Ginseng
- Part of the Solanaceae family, with a chromosome number of 48 (2n=48).
- Native to India, its roots are the economically significant part.
- Recognized for its adaptogenic properties, it acts as an immuno-modulator and offers anti-stress benefits, enhancing male potency.
- Contains major alkaloids: Withanine and Somniferine, with Withaferine showing antibiotic and antitumor activity primarily in leaves.
King of Bitters
- Falls under the Acanthaceae family and is native to India.
- The whole herb serves as the economic part, used for treating snake bites and acute jaundice.
- Major alkaloids include Andrographolide in leaves and a variety of Andrographidin compounds (A, B, C, D, E, F) in roots.
Safed Musli
- Also a member of the Liliaceae family, originating from India.
- The primary medicinal component in roots is Saponin.
- Valued for its aphrodisiac properties, it aids in treating impotence and diabetes, serving as an alternative to Viagra.
- Propagated through root cuttings.
Guggal/Indian Bdellium Trees
- Classified under the Burseraceae family, with origins in Africa and Asia.
- The gum resin is the economically significant part.
- Utilized in treating arthritis, obesity, and heart-related issues.
- Propagation occurs via semi-woody stem cuttings.
Medicinal Yam
- A member of the Dioscoreaceae family, originating from Central America.
- Tubers are the economically important part of the plant.
Foxgloves
- Belongs to the Scrophularaceae family, native to Europe.
- The leaves are the economically valuable part, known for containing Digoxin, a lifesaving medicine for heart diseases.
- Propagated by seeds, with recommended seeding density of 8 kg/ha.
Aloe Vera
- Belongs to the Liliaceae family, characterized as a perennial succulent plant.
- Contains important medicinal compounds: Aloin and C-glucosides (notably Barbaloin).
- Aloe vera gel is rich in glucomannan, a biogenic stimulator that aids in wound healing.
Indian Ginseng
- Part of the Solanaceae family, with a chromosome number of 48 (2n=48).
- Native to India, its roots are the economically significant part.
- Recognized for its adaptogenic properties, it acts as an immuno-modulator and offers anti-stress benefits, enhancing male potency.
- Contains major alkaloids: Withanine and Somniferine, with Withaferine showing antibiotic and antitumor activity primarily in leaves.
King of Bitters
- Falls under the Acanthaceae family and is native to India.
- The whole herb serves as the economic part, used for treating snake bites and acute jaundice.
- Major alkaloids include Andrographolide in leaves and a variety of Andrographidin compounds (A, B, C, D, E, F) in roots.
Safed Musli
- Also a member of the Liliaceae family, originating from India.
- The primary medicinal component in roots is Saponin.
- Valued for its aphrodisiac properties, it aids in treating impotence and diabetes, serving as an alternative to Viagra.
- Propagated through root cuttings.
Guggal/Indian Bdellium Trees
- Classified under the Burseraceae family, with origins in Africa and Asia.
- The gum resin is the economically significant part.
- Utilized in treating arthritis, obesity, and heart-related issues.
- Propagation occurs via semi-woody stem cuttings.
Medicinal Yam
- A member of the Dioscoreaceae family, originating from Central America.
- Tubers are the economically important part of the plant.
Foxgloves
- Belongs to the Scrophularaceae family, native to Europe.
- The leaves are the economically valuable part, known for containing Digoxin, a lifesaving medicine for heart diseases.
- Propagated by seeds, with recommended seeding density of 8 kg/ha.
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This quiz delves into the fascinating world of medicinal plants, focusing on key examples like Aloe Vera and Indian Ginseng. Discover the unique properties, economic importance, and uses of these plants in traditional medicine. Test your knowledge on their classification and active compounds.
