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Question
Which medicinal plants will you grow on your school premises and near your house? Why?
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Solution
The following medicinal plants can be grown in the school as they are easily available, easy to maintain, and have various health benefits:
- Cinchona: Quinine, a drug used in the treatment of malaria, is obtained from the bark of the Cinchona tree.
- Eucalyptus: The leaves of eucalyptus are used for extracting oil, which is used in the treatment of blocked nose and throat infections. It is also used as a mosquito repellent.
- Neem: The leaves and stems can be used in the treatment of fever, cold, or oral hygiene.
- Cinnamon: It can be used in the treatment of diarrhea and nausea.
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