Medicinal Plants are species of flora that contain compounds used to treat diseases, improve health, or provide therapeutic benefits.
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Source: Their leaves, flowers, roots, seeds, and bark are harvested for active ingredients.
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Use: They form the basis of traditional herbal medicine and are also the source material for many modern pharmaceuticals (e.g., aspirin originally derived from willow bark).
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Examples: Chamomile, Echinacea, Aloe Vera, and Ginseng.
