Aloe Ferox - Bitter Aloe

The hard, black, resinous product (aloe lump) can be taked as a laxative and also arthritis.
The gel-like flesh from the leaves is used in cosmetic products.
It has also been reported to have wound healing properties.

Aloevera - Aloe

Contrary to the widespread belief that A. vera is non-toxic, excess ingestion of A. vera has been associated with a range of symptoms and conditions including diarrhoea, hepatitis, kidney dysfunction, electrolyte imbalance and reduced CNS activity. It is also alleged to be effective in treatment of wounds.

Artemisia Afra - Afrian Wormwood

Artemisia afra is a well-known medicinal plant in Africa, and is still used effectively by people of many cultures. Uses range from treating cough, fever, colic, headache, to intestinal parasites and malaria. In addition, Artemisia afra is frequently used as a moth repellent, and in organic insecticidal sprays..

Aspalathus Linearis - Rooibos

Traditional medicinal uses of rooibos in South Africa include alleviating infantile colic, allergies, asthma and dermatological problems. "Green" rooibos has a higher antioxidant capacity than fully oxidized rooibos.

Ballota Africana - Cat Herb

Traditionally, fresh or dry, the leaves of Ballota africana were used as a tea to treat coughs, colds, sore throats, influenza, asthma, bronchitis, colic, typhoid fever, hysteria, and over-excitement. Margaret Roberts still recommends a recipe for a cough syrup in which she boils brown sugar, cloves, lemon juice and water with a few sprigs of kattekruie.

Centella Asiatica - Gotu Kola

Centella is a mild adaptogen, is mildly antibacterial, anti-viral, anti-inflammatory, anti-ulcerogenic, anxiolytic, a cerebral tonic, a circulatory stimulant, a diuretic, nervine and vulnerary. A decoction of juice from the leaves is thought to relieve hypertension. A poultice of the leaves is also used to treat open sores..

Combretum Caffrum

A variety of anti-cancer compounds called combretastatins are found within the tree bark of combretum caffrum the most potent of which is combretastatin CA-4. Combretastatins bind to the protein tubulin which is essential to cytoskeletal architecture, intercellular transport, cell migration and wound healing.

Cyclopia Intermedia - Honeybush tea

Honeybush tea is a herbal infusion and many health properties are associated with the regular consumption of the tea. It has very low tannin content and contains no caffeine. Honeybush tea processes numerous properties that enhance the health of people that use it.

Harpagophytum Procumbens - Devil's claw

Devil's Claw is also claimed to be beneficial for treating diseases of the liver, kidneys, gallbladder and bladder, arthritis and rheumatism. It is said to help alleviate problems with and improve the vitality of the joints, as well as stimulating appetite and aid digestion, increase cholesterol and fatty acids in the blood.

Hoodia Gordonii - Ghaap

Hoodia gordonii is better known as the "miracle plant" for weight loss due to it's hunger suppressant properties. Hoodia reduces the appetite by fooling the brain into thinking that it has eaten and sending the signals to the body that it is full. This results in smaller portions and curbing of appetite in general.

Hypericum Perforatum - St. John's Wort

ypericum is used as antidepressant - St John's wort is today most widely known as a herbal treatment for major depression. In some countries, such as Germany, it is commonly prescribed for mild depression, especially in children, adolescents, and where cost is a concern.

Hypoxis Hermerocallidea - African Potato

Preparations of hypoxoside are being used in primary health care in South Africa to boost the immunity in HIV/AIDS patients. The genus has great potential as a source of new drugs with immuno-modulatory properties and as such, is of economic value.

Leonotis Leonurus - Lion's Tail

Leonotis Leonurus can be use to treat irregular menstruation, uterine hemorrhage and dysmenorrhea. Leonotis leonurus (Wild Dagga, Lion's Tail) species is also used in Eastern medicine as euphoriant, purgative, and vermifuge.

Lippia Javanica - Fever Tea

Different parts (the leaves, twigs and occasionally the roots) of the plant are used for different reasons. The Xhosa people are known to drink at as a weak infusion as a tea substitute and in a stronger infusion for the treatment of coughs, colds and bronchial problems in general. They use the leaves and stem and drink it with milk or water.

Opuntia Ficus Indica - Prickly Pear

O. ficus-indica has various medicinal uses - including use as a hangover cure. Recently, extracts for the cactus pear fruit has shown to possess antioxidative properties and can cause reduction of DNA damage in human peripheral lymphocytes. This extract has become a potential source of raw material for pharmaceutical and functional food industries.

Pelargonium Sidoides - Rabassamin

* Respiratory infections like bronchitis, sinusitis, and pneumonia, tonsillitis and rhinopharyngitis * It is often used as an alternative to antibiotics * Acute and chronic ear, nose and throat infections * Rapid improvement in the symptoms associated with colds and flu * Analgesic (absence of pain) effects.

Rosa Canina - Dog Rose

he plant is high in certain antioxidants. The fruit is noted for its high vitamin C level and is used to make syrup, tea and marmalade. It has been grown or encouraged in the wild for the production of vitamin C, from its fruit, especially during conditions of scarcity or during wartime.

Sceletium Tortuosum

Sceletium is known to elevate mood and decrease anxiety, stress and tension. It has also been used as an appetite suppressant by shepherds walking long distances in arid areas. In intoxicating doses it can cause euphoria, initially with stimulation and later with sedation.

Schinus Molle - American Pepper

In traditional medicine, S. molle was used in treating a variety of wounds and infections due to its antibacterial and antiseptic properties. It has also been used as an antidepressant and diuretic, and for toothache, rheumatism and menstrual disorders, with recent studies providing some support for its antidepressant effects.

Siphonochilus Aethiopicus - African Ginger

The rhizomes and roots are chewed fresh to treat asthma, hysteria, colds, coughs & flu. A preparation of this plant is administered to horses as prevention against horse sickness. Wild Ginger is used by the Swati people to treat malaria and is chewed by women during menstruation.

Sutherlandia frutescens - Cancerbush

Sutherlandia is an immune booster and should not be regarded as a miracle cure for cancer, its real benefits are as a tonic that will assist the body to mobilize its own resources to cope with the illness. It is known to decrease anxiety and irritability and to elevate the mood.

Terminalia Sericea - Silver Cluster

The leaves are cooked in water and the infusion is taken as a remedy for treating cough.Leaves and roots can be used for curing diarrhea. In case of a severe diarrhea, the roots are cooked in water. The same decoction of roots can also be used to treat stomach ache.

Warburgia Salutaris - Pepper bark tree

Medicinally, the pepper-like, bitter stems and root bark are used to cure many ailments. As an expectorant or smoked, they are a widely used remedy for common colds. Dried and ground, they make a snuff used to clear the sinuses.

Boswellia Serrata - Salai

Extracts of Boswellia serrata have been clinically studied for osteoarthritis and joint function, particularly for osteoarthritis of the knee. A Boswellia extract marketed under the name Wokvel has undergone human efficacy, comparative, pharmacokinetic studies.

Vitex Negundo - Chaste Tree

The leaves possess discutient properties and are applied to rheumatic swellings of the joints and in sprains. The juice of the leaves is used for the treatment of fetid discharges. They show anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antifungal and analgesic activities. It is useful in the treatment of superficial bruises, injuries, sores and skin infections..

Shiljait - Shilajeet

The most powerful anti - aging substance and Rejuvenator ever known to mankind. Feel the Power of Growing Young. * Shilajit helps accelerate processes of protein and nuclei acid metabolism and stimulates energy providing reactions. * Increases the core energy responsible for your sexual and spiritual power. Commonly referred to as Indian Viagra.

Emblica Officinalis - Amla

Amla's traditional uses include as a laxative, eye wash, appetite stimulant, restorative tonic, and to treat anorexia, indigestion, diarrhea, anemia, and jaundice. Amla is becoming increasingly well known for its unusually high levels of Vitamin C.

Asparagus Racemosus

In Ayurveda, it is used as anodyne, aphrodisiac and galactogogue. Shatavari is considered to be the main Ayurvedic rejuvenating female tonic for overall health and vitality. The reputed adaptogenic effects of Shatavari may be attributed to its concentrations of saponins, known as Shatavarins. Shatavari means "she who possesses a hundred husbands.".

Withania Somnifera - Ashwagandha

In Ayurveda ashwaganda is considered a rasayana herb, which works on a nonspecific basis to increase health and longevity. This herb is also considered an adaptogen which is a nontoxic herb that works on a nonspecific basis to normalize physiological function.

Caralluma Fimbriata - Caralluma

Caralluma has been used as a portable food and thirst quencher for hunting. Extracts are marketed for weight loss. The key phytochemical constituents of the herb are pregnane glycosides, flavone glycosides, megastigmane glycosides, and saponins. [citation needed] Caralluma are used as a natural appetite suppressant.

Garcinia Cambogia

It is recommended as a dieting aid supported by exercise and a balanced nutritional diet. An extract from its fruit and rind is popular in many natural weight loss products. The extract is hydroxycitric acid (HCA), claimed to suppress appetite and enhance fat-burning.