Himalayan Blue Poppy (Meconopsis aculeata)The whole plant, but especially the root, is considered to be poisonous, containing narcotic alkaloids.
Snow-Lotus (Saussurea laniceps)Saussurea laniceps is proven to be exceptionally effective for its anti-inflammatory and anti-nociceptive effects.
Himalayan Yew (Taxus wallichiana) It’s a source of the chemical precursors to the anticancer drug paclitaxel.
Salam Panja (Dactylorhiza hatagirea)The juice-extract from tuber is used as tonic and in treatment of pyorrhoea.
Kutki (Picrorrhiza kurroa) Indian Ayurvedic medicine for the effective treatment of digestive problems.
Papra (Podophyllum hexandrum) The plant is used in treatment of sexually transmitted and genital diseases.
Phen Kamal (Saussurea gossypiphora) The wool of this herb is applied to cuts, where it sticks compactly, seals the wound, and stops the bleeding.
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