Scientific Name: Chamaemelum nobile contains apigenin with antispasmodic and anti-inflammatory properties. Reduces pepsin secretion wihtou altering secretion of stomach acid # of Specimen: 3
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Century Plant
Scientific Name: Agave americana syrup is a low glycemic index sweetener, used to produce tequila and mezcal
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Scientific name: Ceratonia Siliqu infantile diarrhea, emulsifier
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Scientific Name: Calendula officinalis used for sore throat and mouth, cramps and cancer.
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Scientific Name: Belamcanda chinensis A compound present in the rhizome inhibits the growth of prostate cancer cells.
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Scientific Name: Phyla dulcis Native to Mexico and central america. Used as a sweetener.
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Scientfic Name: Colchium autumnale Contains colchine, which is approved by the FDA for the treatment of gout. Narrow therapuetic index. Plants are deadly poisonous.
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Scientific Name: Psidium guajava Antioxidant
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Scientific Name: Pimenta diocia Important culinary spice and weak antimicrobial agent.
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