Uses

ID Crop ID Part Use Category Notes Metadata ID
1,474 Summer Savory Whole Medicinal Summer savory is used in traditional medicine as a carminative, expectorant, astringent and tonic in the treatment of gastro-intestinal disorders (cramps, nausea, indigestion, diarrhoea), and sore throat, generally in the form of a tea. It has also been used as an aphrodisiac. Fresh summer savory is rubbed on the skin to treat insect bites, e.g. bee stings. 8,464
1,475 Clary Sage Leaf Food The leaves are used mainly as a flavouring in cooked foods. The leaves can be dipped in batter and cooked to make delicious fritters. 8,465
1,476 Clary Sage Whole Medicinal An antispasmodic and aromatic plant, it is used mainly to treat digestive problems such as wind and indigestion. It is also regarded as a tonic, calming herb that helps relieve period pain and pre-menstrual problems. The whole plant, and especially the leaves, is antispasmodic, appetizer, aromatic, astringent, balsamic, carminative, pectoral and tonic. 8,465
1,477 Indian Borage Leaf Food Occasionally used as a potherb. They are more commonly used as a flavouring in recipes that call for mixed herbs or oregano, and to spice dishes containing tomato sauces. A very strong, aromatic flavour, so it should be used sparingly. 8,466
1,478 Indian Borage Leaf Beverages A tea can be made from the leaves. 8,466
1,479 Indian Borage Whole Medicinal The antibacterial and antiseptic properties of the plant have been attributed to the presence of a number of compounds in the plant, including carvacrol, codeine, flavones, phenols, tannins and aromatic acids. The plant has been shown to have antimicrobial activity, and is reported to have antiviral activity against Herpes simplex virus-1, and anti-HIV inhibition activity. 8,466
1,480 Indian Borage Extract (oil) Industrial The essential oil obtained from the leaves and stems is used as a skin conditioner in commercial cosmetic preparations. 8,466
1,481 Livingstone Potato Tuber Food The tuber is rich in starch. Boiled or roasted and eaten like sweet potatoes (Ipomoea batatas). The tubers can be dried and stored for winter use. 8,467
1,482 Livingstone Potato Whole Food A traditional treatment in India, the herb is used to treat a wide range of digestive problems including, wind, bloating and abdominal discomfort. It has an antispasmodic action, making it valuable in the treatment of respiratory complaints, including asthma and bronchitis. It is used as a remedy for headaches and is also said to be anthelmintic. 8,467
1,483 Pandan Wangi Leaf Food Throughout South-East Asia, they are used fresh in cooking to impart flavour and colour (chlorophyll) to rice, sweets, jellies and many other food products. 8,469
1,484 Pandan Wangi Leaf Industrial Freshly chopped leaves are mixed with the petals of various flowers to make potpourris. Leaves can be woven into small baskets. 8,469
1,485 Pandan Wangi Whole Ornamental Fragrant pandan has definite potential as an ornamental plant, in the garden as well as for interior decoration. 8,469
1,486 Pandan Wangi Leaf Medicinal Infusions of the leaves are used internally and externally as a sedative against restlessness. In Thailand it is a traditional medicine to treat diabetes. Powdered pandan leaves may be used against Callosobruchus chinensis infestation of mung-bean seeds. 8,469
1,487 Galangal Rhizome Food The slightly pungent rhizomes are used fresh or dried as a flavouring in a variety of dishes such as curries and soups. They are often used to replace ginger in recipes. 8,471
1,488 Galangal Root Oil (Food) An essential oil obtained from the root is used to flavour liqueurs such as Chartreuse and Angostura, as well as soft drinks. 8,471
1,489 Self-heal Leaf Food They can be used in salads, soups, stews etc. Somewhat bitter due to the presence of tannin in the leaves, though this can be removed by washing the leaves. 8,468
1,490 Galangal Flower Food The flowers and young shoots can be eaten raw, steamed as a vegetable, or used as a spice. The flowers and flower buds are eaten raw, they can also be steamed, pickled, added to soups, mixed with chilli paste etc. 8,471
1,491 Self-heal Leaf Beverages A cold water infusion of the freshly chopped or dried and powdered leaves is used as a refreshing beverage. 8,468
1,492 Galangal Fruit Food The red fruits are edible. They are used locally as a substitute for cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum). 8,471
1,493 Galangal Rhizome Medicinal The rhizome has a wide range of applications in traditional medicine. It is especially valued for its stimulating effect upon the digestive system, being used to treat conditions such as indigestion, colic and dysentery, whilst it is also used in the treatment of skin diseases, enlarged spleen, respiratory diseases, cancers of mouth and stomach, for treatment of systemic infections, cholera, and after childbirth. It is aphrodisiac, aromatic, bitter, digestive, expectorant, pungent herb that stimulates the digestive system. 8,471