Medicinal Plants of Mexico repertoire is one of the world’s most diverse and contains various native mexican plants, as well as many other species introduced from diverse parts of the globe. Approximately 3,000 to 5,000 plants (both native and introduced).
Medicinal plant healing practices persist through conquest, colonization, and the professionalization of Mexican medicine, relying on oral transmission and eschewing the need for documentation.
Árnica: For bruises, contusions (topically), or as a tea for gargles for sore throat.
Bugambilia: it combats dry cough, reduces fever, and helps eliminate mucus from the upper respiratory tract. It improves the respiratory system by promoting the proper functioning of the lungs and oxygenation of the body.
Thyme: is an excellent antibiotic, antibacterial, antiviral, anti-inflammatory, digestive, antiseptic, antifungal, and diuretic.
Its small leaves produce an essential oil that strengthens the respiratory passages when applied to the chest, throat, temples, neck, and the soles of the feet, primarily.
Aloe Vera:Speeds up the healing process of a wound, serves as an analgesic for muscular, rheumatic, dental, and migraine pains; just take or apply the gel to the affected area.
Basil: The essential oil of this plant, particularly, contributes to its biological activity, providing digestive, carminative, spasmolytic properties, along with antiseptic effects (against bacteria and parasites), insecticidal, and sedative qualities.
Guava: They possess antiseptic qualities and are employed in treating diarrhea, acne, and pimples. Guava leaves shield the skin from harm caused by free radicals, preventing photoaging. With their diuretic attributes and abundant potassium, guava leaves are effective in preventing fluid retention, which leads to swelling. The act of chewing these leaves can provide relief from toothaches and mouth ulcers. (Important fruit in the piñata also)
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