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Biological Information of Seabuckthorn Seabuckthorn (Hippophae L.) has been included in the family Elaeagnaceae, order Elaeagnales but classification of this genus is still controversial. The genus name Hippophae was derived from two Latin words, “hippo” meaning “horse” and “phaos” meaning “to shine.”, In ancient Greece, leaves and young branches of the plant were used as animal feed, […]
Hapus visited India in the fifteenth century, traveling to Asia at the same time as the Portuguese. The kid was christened “Alphonso” in commemoration of the Portuguese general who established the Portuguese colonies in India and subjugated Goa. An Alphonso fruit has a creamy, sweet flavor and a silky smooth flesh. Moreover, its aroma is
Blueberry is a plant that produce perennial flowers and come in shades of blue or purple. They typically grow as low shrubs, ranging in height from 10 centimeters to 4 meters. Blueberries are categorized into two types: Low bush blueberries, which yield smaller pea-sized berries on bushes close to the ground, and High bush blueberries,
Chia, scientifically known as Salvia hispanica, is herbaceous plant that produces seeds that have been consumed for thousands of years. The term “chia” is derived from the Nahuati language, meaning “oily”. Nutrients Available in Chia seeds Chia seeds are rich in protein (15-25%), fat (15-35%), ash (4-6%), dietary fibre (18-35%), and carbohydrates (18-31%). They are a
Cannabis seeds have a wide range of applications in the production of various commercial products. These include textiles, paper, medicine, food, animal feed, paint, biofuel, biodegradable plastic, and construction materials. Cannabis Seeds- Nutrient Content and Uses Two species of Cannabis includes Cannabis sativa and Cannabis indica seeds contain important nutritional and phytochemical properties. These properties
Walnuts, scientifically known as Juglans regia, constitute one of the most significant nutritive nut crops within the angiospermic family Juglandaceae. Thriving optimally in Mediterranean climates, they require approximately 600 to 800 hours of temperatures ranging between 0°C and 10°C during winter (referred to as Winter Chill), alongside a frost-free period during flowering and summer temperatures
Withania somnifera, an evergreen shrub cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Europe, is commonly referred to by its Sanskrit name, Ashwagandha, which translates to “smell of horse,” indicating its characteristic odor. Also recognized as Indian ginseng and winter cherry. The species epithet, somnifera, derives from the Latin term for sleep-inducing, highlighting
Arugula as Eruca spp. or Rocket, a member of the Brassicaceae family, has gained significant recognition, particularly in the Middle East and Europe, as a popular green salad and spice. Arugula is an excellent source of calcium and is low in sugar, calories, carbohydrates, and fat. Plants belonging to the diverse therapeutic and medicinal properties, including
Gundruk is a famous Nepalese non-salted and fermented vegetable product especially from mustard, rape, and radish vegetables. Gundruk, a traditional fermented leafy green vegetable commonly eaten in Nepal and other parts of South Asia, provides numerous nutritional advantages. It content Moisture-15%, Ash 22.2%, Protein- 35.9%, fat 2.1%, Carbohydrate-48.9%, Energy 321kcal, calcium 92.2 mg, sodium 6.7mg,
Would you like to have white teeth? Here are some natural products that can help whiten your teeth. Neem: It esteemed for its inherent antibacterial properties, contains active compounds such as nimbidin, azadirachtin, and nimbinin, which are pivotal for its antibacterial efficacy. Moreover, chloroform extract derived from neem aids in the treatment of dental caries.