Garden Balsam
Local
Name: Garden Balsem
Scientific Name: Justica Pectoralis, Acanthaceae
Parts to be Used: The leaves
Common Uses
Internal Application
-
Diabetes, analgesic
- Anti-inflammatory
and relaxant
- Influenza, colds,
fever, hoarseness and chest pains
- Acute and
chronic bronchial infections, catarrh of the upper respiratory tract and
tuberculosis
External Application
Coming
soon
Preparation
Pour two cups boiling water over one
ounce dried/fresh leaves. Brew for 10 minutes. Take up to two cups a day.
