Ambrette seeds are widely used as a spice and as a musk substitute in perfumery. It is also attributed for its medicinal properties and cures many diseases. In aromatherapy, Ambrette Seeds are used to relieve anxiety, depression, fatigue or other stress-related conditions.

Botanical Name: Abelmoschus Moschatus

Common Name: Ambrette Seeds, Hibiscus Abelmoschus, Musk Mallow, Musk Okra, Ornamental Okra, Annual Hibiscus, Yorka Okra, Galu Gasturi, Bamia Moschata.

Medicinal Properties:

• Relaxing
• Stimulating
• Aphrodisiac

Uses: It cures cramp, indigestion, acidity and other stomach complaints and treats headaches & nerves. Ambrette Seeds are also good for cramps, muscular aches and poor circulation.

Abrus precatorius is a legume with long, pinnate-leafleted leaves. The seeds of Abrus precatorius are much valued in native jewelry for their bright coloration. Apart from this it finds variety of uses in the form of traditional medicine. However, its seed contains a toxic element called Abrin, which is only harmful when swallowed.

Family Name: Fabaceae
Common Name: Rosary Pea, Jequerity, Crab's Eye, Precatory Bean, Tento Muido, Cain Ghe, Graines Reglisse, Weesboontje, Rakat, Hint Meyankoku, Hung Tou, Jequerit, Liane Reglisse, Ma Liao Tou, Paratella, Paternoste

Part Used: Seeds, Leaves.

Medical Properties:

• Medical Properties:
• Abortifacient
• Anodyne
• Aphrodisiac
• Antimicrobial
• Diuretic
• Emetic
• Expectorant
• Febrifuge
• Hemostat
• Laxative
• Purgative
• Refrigerant
• Sedative

Applications: The paste of seed is applied in sciatica, stiffness of shoulder joints and paralysis, while the roots may be used for gonorrhoea, jaundice and haemoglobinuric bile. The oil extracted from seeds is said to promote the growth of hair.

Abutilon is a species of flowering plant in the mallow family. It is a perennial herb growing from a woody root producing multi-branch stem to a maximum height of around 40 centimeters. The tough fibers obtained from the stems are mostly used as cordage for rope making or weaving.

Botanical Name: Abutilon indicum

Common Name: Abutilon, Indian Mallow

Medicinal Properties:

• Demulcent, aphrodisiac, laxative, diuretic, pulmonary and sedative (leaves)
• Astringent and diuretic (bark); Laxative, expectorant and demulcent (seeds)
• Laxative and tonic, anti-inflammatory and anthelmintic (plant)
• Analgesic (fixed oil)

Uses: Promotes libido and relieves feverishness. It also works as a relaxant in the conditions of stress and fatigue.

This plant is considered to act as a safeguard against scorpions and snakes by paralyzing them. It is traditionally being used as an abortifacient. The whole plant is used medicinally, but the roots are generally considered to be more effective.

Family Name: Amarantaceae

Common Name: Prickly Chaff-flower.

Part Used: Flowers, roots, stem

Medicinal Properties:

• Astringent
• Astringent
• Diuretic
• Laxative
• Purgative
• Stomachic

Applications: An effective remedy for phlegm, inflammation of the internal organs, piles, itch, abdominal enlargements, rheumatism and for enlarged cervical glands. Decoction prepared using the herb is used in stomachache and bowel complaints, boils, skin eruptions etc.

Applications: An effective remedy for phlegm, inflammation of the internal organs, piles, itch, abdominal enlargements, rheumatism and for enlarged cervical glands. Decoction prepared using the herb is used in stomachache and bowel complaints, boils, skin eruptions etc.

Botanical Name: Aconitum Heterophyllum

Family Name: Ranunculaceae
Common Name: Aconites, Indian Atees

Part Used: Underground Stem, Roots & Seeds

Medicinal Properties:

• The dried root is analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, antiperiodic, aphrodisiac, astringent, cholagogue, febrifuge and tonic.
• Seeds are stimulant, aromatic, emmenaguogue, stomachic, carminative, anti-pyretic, hyperacidity,

Applications: The roots of the plant is used for the treatment of liver disorders, dyspepsia, diarrhoea, indigestion, nausea, vomiting, throat pain, anorexia, piles and coughs. While, the seeds are effective cure for rheumatism, intermittent fevers and acute inflammatory infections.