Antibiotic-Destroys or inhibit microorganisms
Anticoagulant-Prevents blood clotting
Anti fungal-Combats fungal infection
Anti inflammatory-Reduces inflammation
Antimicrobial- Destroys or inhibits microorganisms
Antioxidant- Prevents oxidation and breakdown of tissue
Antiseptic-Destroys or inhibits microorganisms that cause infection
Antiplasmodic- Relieves muscle spasm or reduces muscle tone
Antitussive- Soothes and relieves coughing
Carcinogenic-Causes cancer
Cream- A mixture of water and fat or oil that blends with the skin
Decoction- Water based preparation of bark, roots, berries or seeds simmered in
boiling water
Detoxicfication- The process of aiding removal of toxins and waste products from the
body
Diaphoretic-Induces sweating
Diuretic- Stimulates urine flow
Hyponotic-Induces sleep
Hypoglycaemic- Lowers blood glucose level
Infusion- Water based preparation in which flowers, leaves, or stems are brewed in a
similiar way to tea
Laxative-Promotes evacuation of the bowels
Ointment- A blend of fats or oils that form a protective layer over the skin
Pectoral-Acts on the lungs
Poultice- Herbal preparation usually applied hot to affected area to alleviate pain and
reduce swelling
Purgative-A very strong laxative
Sedative- Reduces activity and nervous excitement
Spasmolytic- Relaxes muscles
Stimulant- Increases rate of activity and nervous excitement
Source: Encyclopedia of Medicinal Plants.
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