The medicinal plants poster was created in 2014 and shows 28 of the most important medicinal plants used in medicine.
For thousands of years, people in all regions and cultures have known about the soothing power of certain plant species, which are referred to as medicinal plants and whose parts can be used for medicinal purposes. Some of this knowledge has been lost in modern times, but Western medicine has also researched the effects of plant components thoroughly and uses the findings in a targeted manner. However, it should be added that this hardly applies to the diversity of tropical medicinal plants. Many of the medicinal plants shown here are native to Europe and often grow here as weeds, such as chamomile, nettle or St. John's wort.
Medicinal plants and their preparations are mainly used in the treatment of mild to moderate illnesses and injuries. When used correctly, they can often achieve amazing results. However, it should not be forgotten that preparations made from medicinal plants are normal medicines. As such, they must always be handled with great care. It goes without saying that a poster such as this cannot provide comprehensive information on dosages and warnings about risks and side effects. Pregnant women, nursing mothers and people with allergies and intolerances must be particularly careful. This applies to almost all medicinal plants on this poster.
The active ingredients in medicinal plants are often components of volatile essential oils, which is why many of these herbs have an aromatic smell. The chemical formulas of the molecules responsible for the healing properties are characterised by cyclic, often hexagonal structures, which are also known as aromatic compounds (two of these can be seen in the osthenol pictured here, for example). However, their volatility also means that the medicinal substances cannot be released without special treatment. The correct method of preparation and precise adherence to specific time requirements are therefore very important. Many medicinal plants are prepared as teas, also for inhalation or as a gargle for respiratory diseases, and in larger quantities as bath additives. Others are applied in compresses to open wounds and injuries. Only a few medicinal plants are effective when simply chewed.
Nowadays, medicinal plant extracts are often found in tablets, ointments and creams. Medicinal plants can do a lot, but they cannot cure all illnesses. There is literally no herb that can cure cancer and many other diseases.
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