Heena (Lawsonia inermis, family: Lythraceae) is a much branched glabrous medicinal shrub distributed throughout India. It is chiefly cultivated in Rajasthan, Punjab, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Gujarat. The bark, seeds, flowers and leaves of the plant are used in Unani and ayurvedic medicines. Henna is commonly known as Mehandi, Mehanti, Medhika, Medhini, Madyantika, Giri Mallika, Ban Mallika, Nakhranjani, Cypress shrub & Egyptian priven.
This plant has been used since ages to dye skin, hair, finger nails, leather, silk and wool. In several parts of the World, Henna is traditionally used in various festivals and celebrations. People also cultivate Henna as a Hedge plant.
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How about tulsi herb which is also from india? It hink it much better than henna plant. And slo a recent study I've read that this saw palmetto which is also called Serenoa Repens might be a good for those men who might be suffering from prostate problems. I think most research done from plants and herbs benefits might result better in the future for cancer prevention too.
ReplyDeleteDear Hanna, Thanks for yr response. Most of the herbs treasure certain medicinal and therapeutic properties. Check the given link for an article on tulsi (basil) posted on my blog http://thehealingherbsofindia.blogspot.com/2012/12/the-holistic-herb-of-medicinal-virtues.html
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