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Wednesday, August 6, 2025

Ancient Beauty Secret: Myrtle Leaf in Natural Cosmetics

The leaves of the Myrtus communis (Himalayan  myrtle) plant have been used in traditional medicine, aromatherapy, and culinary applications for centuries.

Even though myrtle has been used as a hypnotic herb and a sedative by some cultures, its effects on the humans are still not known. Nevertheless, there have been numerous studies on its effects on mice and rats. According to the findings of the study, the animals that took extract of myrtle slept more often and their muscles were relaxed. It has also shown that the myrtle extract has anti-anxiety properties.
Myrtle trees in Kashmir

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Monday, August 4, 2025

From Fields to Pharmacy: The Story of Capsella bursa-pastoris in Kashmir

Shepherd's purse, scientifically known as Capsella bursa-pastoris, is a small, annual wildflower with a long history of both culinary and medicinal uses. It's characterized by its heart-shaped seed pods and is known for its ability to thrive in diverse environments. 
Capsella bursa-pastoris Kashmir

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Chinar Tree Seeds: A Complete Guide to Growing Kashmir’s Iconic Tree

 

Chinar Kashmir

Chinar Trees in Kashmir are one of the most iconic and culturally significant natural symbols of the region. 

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Jammu and Kashmir Medicinal Plants Introduction Centre: From Seed to Survival: Growing Podophyllum hexandr...

Jammu and Kashmir Medicinal Plants Introduction Centre: From Seed to Survival: Growing Podophyllum hexandr...: Podophyllum hexandrum , also known as the Himalayan May Apple , is a medicinal plant with a variety of uses, primarily in traditional medic...
Podophyllum hexandrum in Kashmir

Specific Uses:
Anticancer : Podophyllotoxin, found in the rhizomes, is a key ingredient in the synthesis of drugs like etoposide and teniposide, which are used in the treatment of various cancers including lung cancer, leukemia, and other solid tumors. 

Skin Diseases : The crushed leaves and roots are used to treat skin diseases, rashes, and eczema. 

Digestive Issues : Ripe fruit juice is traditionally used for stomach ulcers and dyspepsia, and the fruit itself is eaten raw for chest congestion and gastric problems. 

Purgative and Laxative : The rhizome powder is used as a purgative and laxative, and the resin is used in veterinary medicine as a cathartic for dogs. 

Traditional Medicine : In various regions, it is used to treat a wide range of ailments including colds, constipation, septic wounds, burning sensations, erysipelas, mental disorders, plague, allergic and inflammatory skin conditions, and even some forms of cancer. 

Other : The pericarp of the mature red fruit is used to treat eye wounds in cattle. 

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Jammu and Kashmir Medicinal Plants Introduction Centre: From Forest to Farm: Cultivating Chestnut Trees fo...

Jammu and Kashmir Medicinal Plants Introduction Centre: From Forest to Farm: Cultivating Chestnut Trees fo...: Chestnut trees can grow in Kashmir , but there are important details to consider regarding species, climate suitability, and current cultiv...

Saturday, August 2, 2025

Elderberry Seeds in India: Where to Find Them and How to Start

Growing your own elderberries in India is an exciting prospect for home gardeners and health enthusiasts alike. Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) is a plant celebrated for its medicinal properties, and cultivating it can provide you with fresh berries for syrups, jams, and teas.

Elderberries in Kashmir

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Friday, August 1, 2025

The New "Red Gold": Goji Berry Farming - A Lucrative Opportunity for Kashmiri Farmers

Gojiberry in Kashmir
This “superfood” is grown primarily in China, but the plant is equally well-adapted in Kashmir. Dried organic goji berries regularly sell for $20 or more per pound, with the fresh fruit fetching a significantly higher price at farmer’s markets. With yields up to 7,000 pounds per acre in fresh berries, this is potentially a lucrative cash crop for American farmers.

Goji berries, a close relative of tomatoes, grow on head-high shrubs. They are disease-resistant and adapted to a wide range of soil and climatic conditions. In fact, the plants are so robust that they’re considered an invasive species in some regions of the country. 

For optimal fruit production, grow one of the named cultivars, like ‘Crimson Star‘ and ‘Phoenix Tears‘ (named varieties are not typically invasive). Light harvests can begin in the second year after planting, though it takes four to five years of growth before full production is reached. Planting goji shrubs “bare root” (when they are dormant) in late winter gets them off to fast start.

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Profit from Chandler Walnuts: A Cash Crop for Kashmiri Farmers

The  Chandler walnut  is a popular variety known for its high yield, late budding, and excellent nut quality. It is a productive tree, wid...