Costus (Saussurea costus) is an herb native to China and India. Its root and essential oil are used in traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda and Unani. Costus root contains chemicals that might kill parasites and slow down activity in the intestines.
Curry leaves are a sub tropical tree native to India. The green midsized leaves are joined to a main stem and have a faint aroma which can be experienced while cooking. Apart from being widely used in medicines, it is widely used in many cuisines.
Peppermint has a strong sweetish odour and a warm pungent taste with a cooling aftertaste. The leaves are typically used fresh as a culinary herb, and the flowers are dried and used to flavour candy, desserts, beverages, salads, and other foods. Its essential oil is also widely used as a flavouring.
Aloe is a cactus-like plant that grows in hot, dry climates. It is cultivated in subtropical regions around the world, including the southern border areas of Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and California. Historically, aloe has been used for skin conditions and was thought to improve baldness and promote wound healing.
Lemon grass is a tropical herb of 3–6 feet length, leaves and twigs of this grass have essential oil, which has insect repellent activity. Leaves of this grass dried and stored for making tea, helps to cure many problems of stomach and anesthetic problems.
basil, (Ocimum basilicum), also called sweet basil, annual herb of the mint family (Lamiaceae), grown for its aromatic leaves. Basil is likely native to India and is widely grown as a kitchen herb. The leaves are used fresh or dried to flavour meats, fish, salads, and sauces; basil tea is a stimulant.
Tulshi, the homely religious plant on the land of India comes with many health benefits. Known by its scientific name Ocimum sanctum is from the plant family Lamiaceae. The most common name used for Tulshi are Holy basil, Krishna Tulshi , Manjari. Tulshi is used in Ayurvedic and folk medicine since decades and also used as a herbal tea. It can help to cure fever, treat skin problems, asthma, respiratory problems, it is also used as stress relief and boost energy. Tulshi can be grown in all types of soil except the ones with highly saline or alkaline.
