Name: Jhonard Malinao Lusica Course and Section: BSCRIM CAJ1 Date: Nov.

10, 2022
Subject: GE5) Science, Technology and Society)
LESSON 2: (BIODIVERSITY)

ENGAGE:

BENEFITS
NAME OF ORGANISMS
(e.g. food, source of medicine, source of
energy etc.)

Soothes skin after minor burns, abrasions, or

Aloe Vera (Aloe vera)
sunburn
1.

Used to treat heartburn, intestinal gas, and loss

Angelica (Angelica archangelica)
of appetite.
2.

Used to treat sore muscles, joint soreness, and

Arnica (Arnica montana)
swelling from broken bones.

3.

Soothes swelling caused by arthritis and

Ash Trees (Fraxinus sp.)
rheumatism when applied topically.

4.

Ashwagandha (Withania Helps to reduce cortisol levels, lowering stress

somnifera) and anxiety.
5.
Astragalus (Astragalus
Protects the body from stress and diseases.
propinquus)
6.
Balsam Poplar (Populus
Treats sores, wounds, and arthritis as a salve
balsamifera)
7.
 Helps with digestive problems, such as diarrhea,
Barberry (Berberis sp.)
constipation, and heartburn.

8.

Historically used to treat different types of

Bay Laurel (Laurus nobilis)
cancer.
9.

Bee Balm (Monarda sp.) Relieves upset stomach, gas, and nausea.
10.

Reduces headaches and mild pain issues when

Beech Tree (Fagus sp.)
used as a poultice or salve.

11.

None that warrant the risks of using this

Belladonna (Atropa belladonna)
potentially deadly toxic plant.

12.

Helps to combat urinary tract infections and

Birch Tree (Betula sp.)
cystitis.
13.

Eases premenstrual syndrome and menstrual

Black Cohosh (Actaea racemosa)
pain.
14.
Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia
Used to treat parasitic worms.
hirta)
15.

Combats food-borne illnesses, such as Listeria,

Black Walnut (Juglans nigra)
Salmonella, and E. coli.

16.
 Blessed Thistle (Cnicus Increases milk production and treats pain
benedictus) menstrual symptoms.

17.

Borage (Borago officinalis) Treats coughs, chest congestion, and fevers.

18.

Helps with skin conditions, such as acne and

Burdock (Arctium lappa)
psoriasis.
19.

Calendula (Calendula officinalis) Recommended for treating GERD and heartburn.

20.

California Poppy (Eschscholzia

Promotes healthy, restful sleep
californica)
21

Unclogs stuffy noses and sinuses, thinning

Cayenne (Capsicum annuum)
mucus and letting it drain better.

22.

Chickweed (Stellaria media) Soothes inflamed skin and joints.

23.

Supports proper lymphatic function and boosts

Clover, Red (Trifolium pratense)
your immune system.

24

Comfrey (Symphytum officinale) Heals abrasive wounds.

25

Cornflower (Centaurea cyanus) Helps with fever

26
 Chamomile (Matricaria recutita
Decreases inflammation
and Anthemis nobilis)
27

Relieves cramps, including muscle spasms and

Crampbark (Viburnum opulus)
menstrual cramps

28

Cranberry (Vaccinium Reduces the risk of recurrent urinary tract

macrocarpon) infections.
29

Daisy (Bellis perennis) Treats coughs, bronchitis, and chest congestion.

30

Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) Helps to control blood sugar and type 2 diabetes.
31

Eases cold symptoms, such as runny noses,

Echinacea (Echinacea purpurea)
sneezing, and chest congestion.

32

Used to treat coughs associated with asthma,

Elecampane (Inula helenium)
bronchitis, and whooping cough.

33

Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) Helps get rid of constipation

34

Reduces overall pain levels and blood pressure

Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus sp.)
levels
35
 Evening Primrose (Oenothera
Reduces the severity of hot flashes.
biennis)
36

Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium) Helps with nausea and vomiting

37

Flaxseed (Linum usitatissimum) Naturally lowers blood pressure

38

Garlic (Allium sativum) Prevents a range of cancers.

39

Ginger (Zingiber officinale) Eases menstrual cramps

40

Reduces inflammation associated with arthritis,

Ginko (Ginkgo biloba)
irritable bowel disease, and heart disease

41

Ginseng (Panax sp.) Strengthens the immune system.

42

Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis) Disinfect minor cuts and scrapes

43

Helps to ease stomach problems, diarrhea, and

Ground Ivy (Glechoma hederacea)
constipation
44

Decreases anxiety symptoms due to a mild

Hawthorn (Crataegus sp.)
sedative effect
45

Herb Robert (Geranium

Treats mosquito bites and other insect bites.
robertianum)
46
 Takes care of skin damage, ulcers, and minor
Horehound (Marrubium vulgare)
wounds.
47

Horse Chestnut (Aesculus

Anti-inflammatory
hippocastanum)
48

Eases skin pain or conditions that cause

Hollyhock (Alcea rosea)
discomfort, like eczema
49
Hophornbean Tree (Ostrya
Treats rheumatism
virginiana)
50

Horsetail (Equisetum arvense) Builds the immune system

51

Effective against toothaches and nervous

Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis)
disorders
52

Jasmine (Jasminum officinale) Improves mood and decreases stress and anxiety
53

Reduces post-childbirth pain and joint pain, as

Jewelweed (Impatiens capensis)
well as bruises and swelling.

54

Joe Pye Weed (Eutrochium sp.) Reduces pain and swelling in rheumatic joints
55

Lady’s Slipper Orchid

Lowers hyperactivity in children
(Cypripedium parviflorum)
56
 Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) Reduces menopausal hot flashes
57
58 Lemon (Citrus limon) Treats throat infections

Lemongrass (Cymbopogon Reduces bloating and stimulates the kidneys to

flexuosus) release more urine
59

Reduces abdominal pain and discomfort

Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis)
associated with indigestion

60

Eases eczema and resulting symptoms, such as

Licorice Root (Glycyrrhiza glabra)
itchiness, redness, inflammation, and scaling.

61

Soothes sore throats, and inflamed respiratory

Linden (Tilia cordata)
tracts
62

Helps to regulate menstrual cycles and reduces

Lotus (Nelumbo nucifera)
excess bleeding

63

Maple Tree (Acer sp.) Treats kidney stones and gout

64
Marsh Mallow (Althaea
Treats stomach ulcers and constipation
officinalis)
65

Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum) Lowers blood sugar levels

66
 Improves cold symptoms, eliminating
Mint (Mentha sp.)
congestion
67

Motherwort (Leonurus cardiaca) Treats itchiness and shingles

68

Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris) Helps with fatigue and other sleep problems
69

Mullein (Verbascum thapsus) Treats migraine and pain from inflammation

70

Nettle, Stinging (Urtica dioica) Eases constipation

71

Oregano (Origanum vulgare) Effectively reduces pain and discomfort

72

Reduces menopausal symptoms, such as anger,

Passionflower (Passiflora)
headaches, and depression

73

Pine Tree (Pinus sp.) Heals muscle pain and nerve pain
74
Pineapple Weed (Matricaria
Acts as a mild pain reliever
discoidea)
75

Decreases inflammation while accelerating

Plantain (Plantago lanceolata)
wound healing

76

Stimulates the thyroid, adrenal glands, and sex

Quenn Anne's Lace
hormone production
77
78 Reishi Mushroom Lowers Blood pressure
 Rose (Rosa sp.) Reduces depression and anxiety
79

Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) Protects vision and eye health

80
81 Sage (Salvia officinalis) Combats skin aging

Saint John’s Wort (Hypericum

Help people stop smoking
perforatum)
82

Sea Buckthorn (Hippophae

Protects your skin against sun damage
rhamnoides)
83

Skullcap (Scutellaria sp.) Stops skin infections and inflammation

84

Slippery Elm (Ulmus Rubra) Treats skin abscesses and ulcers

85

Staghorn Sumac (Rhus typhina) Relieves muscle pain

86

Tea Tree (Melaleuca alternifolia) Cleans minor cuts and scrapes

87

Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) Boosts your mood

88

Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum) Reduces inflammation

89

Turmeric (Curcuma longa) Helps to Alzheimer’s disease

90
 Protects eye health and lowers the risk of
Watercress (Nasturtium officinale)
developing cataracts
91

Witch Hazel (Hamamelis Reduces the itchiness, redness, pain, and

virginiana) swelling of hemorrhoids
92

Treats digestive issues like ulcers, irritable bowel

Yarrow (Achillea millefolium)
syndrome, diarrhea, bloating, and constipation

93

Handles fungal infections and other skin

Yellow Dock (Rumex crispus)
conditions
94

Valerian (Valeriana officinalis) Relaxes anxious and restless pets

95

Veronica (Veronica officinalis) Increases your appetite

96

Violets (Viola sp.) Treats insect bites and eczema

97

Wild lettuce (Lactuca virosa) Treats urinary tract problems

98

Reduces inflammation and pain from arthritis

Willow (Salix sp.)
and back pain
99

Wintergreen (Gaultheria
Treats lung conditions, like asthma
procumbens)
100