Medicinal Plants of the Philippines: Types, Uses & Benefits

Lagundi (Vitex negundo)

* Significance: Traditionally used to treat cough, colds, and fevers. It has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antiviral properties.

Sambong (Blumea balsamifera)

* Significance: Used to treat kidney stones, urinary tract infections, and hypertension. It has diuretic and anti-inflammatory properties.

Yerba Buena (Mentha arvensis)

* Significance: Used to treat indigestion, nausea, and vomiting. It has carminative, antispasmodic, and antibacterial properties.

Guava (Psidium guajava)

* Significance: Used to treat diarrhea, dysentery, and wounds. It has antibacterial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties.

Ampalaya (Momordica charantia)

* Significance: Used to treat diabetes, high cholesterol, and liver problems. It has hypoglycemic, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties.

Tawa-tawa (Euphorbia hirta)

* Significance: Used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and burns. It has antibacterial, antifungal, and wound-healing properties.

Akapulko (Cassia alata)

* Significance: Used to treat skin diseases, such as ringworm, scabies, and eczema. It has antibacterial, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory properties.

Bawang (Allium sativum)

* Significance: Used to treat colds, flu, and hypertension. It has antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory properties.

Luya (Zingiber officinale)

* Significance: Used to treat indigestion, nausea, and vomiting. It has carminative, antispasmodic, and antibacterial properties.

Moringa (Moringa oleifera)

* Significance: Used to treat malnutrition, anemia, and diabetes. It is rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.