Growing your own herbs is surprisingly simple -- even beginner gardeners and those known to have a black thumb can make an ...

Experts say the use of medicinal plants is a known and an acceptable practice common to all the regions and ethnic groups in Ghana. More than half of Ghanaians who depend on traditional herbal ...

Experts say the use of medicinal plants is a known and acceptable practice common to all the regions and ethnic groups in Ghana. More than half of Ghanaians who depend on traditional herbal ...

Many plants that people can grow at home have a long history in alternative medicine. Peppermint, thyme, lavender, and more are simple to grow and may help ease certain health symptoms.

A healing herb—otherwise known as a medicinal plant—is either collected from the wild or intentionally grown and used for a wide range of benefits. Some are traditionally used to reduce stress, ...

Stevia, or sugar plant herb, is ideal for home gardening, offering natural sweetness without calories. It grows in warm climates and can be planted in gardens or containers. With proper care, stevia ...

Herbs. Now is the time to plant cilantro, also known as coriander (Coriandrum sativum). This plant is unique in yielding both an herb and spices. By definition, herbs are the pungent leafy ...

Share on Pinterest choi dongsu/Getty Images When you hear about the medicinal plant “mugwort,” you may think of a potion ingredient from a “Harry Potter” novel. Mugwort is a weed-like ...

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