Now that I am studying at Ethnobotany at Univeristy of Hawaii Manoa, I have decided to bring this short lived blog back to life.

Foster Botanic Gardens, Oahu, Hawaii

Herb of the day! #2

Today's herb: Gingko Biloba

Gingko is a large species of tree. They have long been cultivated in China but grow well in any climate with water but plenty of drainage.
Medicinal uses: Gingko leaves are concentrated to release flavonoid glycosides and terpenoid, which help with memory. Extracts can be taken to improve memory loss and increase blood flow to the brain and other parts of the body.

Herb of the day!

For as long  as I can keep up, I will be posting a new medicinal herb each day.

Todays herb: Aloe Vera

Many of you probably know about this plant already. Aloe Vera originated in the Southern Arabian peninsula, however it has become a very common house plant in North America. It is easy to grow and requires very litte water.
Medicinal uses: Pieces of the plant may be broken off and applied to burns, cuts or other skin problems. Juices may also be made out of the plant and drank for help with digestion.
Keep a plant in your kitchen for cooking burns or pick up some Aloe Vera juice from a health foods store and experience all that this plant has to offer.