NATIVE DILLI..Save It

landscape of our Dilli is fast changing by beautifying our homes ,buildings ,schools ,roads with exotic plants leaving behind native plants of delhi......Species like kala siris,Salai,Jhau,peepal etc are getting threatened ,one reason being the plantation of exotic trees like jaggery palm,eucalyptus...Lets join hands together in bringing back the original flora of dilli back and beautify it with the same before our DILLI becomes DELHI in true sense....

Let a thousand flowers bloom

Nature has bestowed us with many beautiful creations.Flowers are one of them. Flowers symbolises love,esteem ,joy ,peace,hope,friendship..They reflect every aspect of our lives.Besides their scenic beauty , they are medically important too and can be used to treat our -day -today health problems.Some of the flowers which can be commonly used are listed below….

Begonia
Family:Begoniaceae
· The infusion of flowers helps in promoting blood circulation.
· Rub the flower on burns, and toxic sores.

Calendula (pot marigold)
Family:Asteraceae
· Use the essence for relieving from menstruation pain, sore throats ,tonsillitis.
· Apply it on cancer sores and wounds for quick healing.

Eschscholzia californica (California Poppy )
Family:Papaveraceae
· It treats insomnia, nervous tension and anxiety.
· It relieves from menstrual cramps and pain.

Chrysanthemum
Family:Asteraceae
· The drink made with this flower cures cold and fevers.
· Apply the drink with a cotton ball over the eyes for relieving the inflammations.
· The drink relieves from headaches and hypertensions.

Centaurea cyanus (Corn flower)
Family:Asteraceae
· Rub the essence over the eyes for relieving conjunctivitis and strain.
· Use the stem facial of this flower for facial skin eruptions and acne.

Taraxacum (Dandelion)
Family: Asteraceae
· The infusion made with dandelion treats anemia, jaundice and nervousness.
· It also purifies the blood.

Lonicera (Honey suckle)
Family:Caprifoliaceae
· Gargling with the essence of this flower relieves sore throat.
· It is also effective for all inflammatory conditions.
· The blossoms are rich in antiviral and antibacterial properties.
· The leaves and stems of this flower are useful for arthritis.

Hyssopus ( Hyssop)
Family:Lamiaceae
· Gargling with the essence of this flower relieves sore throat and reduces inflammation.
· It relieves from cold and flu.
· Rubbing with the essence on cuts and bruises heals them.

Rosa (Rose)
Family:Rosaceae
· Chew the petals for improvement in blood circulation.
· The petals act as anti-depressive agents.
· The petal tea cleanses the liver and gall bladder.
· Infusion of this flower improves the efficiency of lungs.

Helianthus annuus (Sunflower)
Family: Asteraceae
· The infusion of this flower relieves from menstruation pain and ulcers.
· Gargling with the infusion relieves sore throat and tonsillitis.
· It is a remedy for cancer sores.

Valeriana officinalis (Valerian)
Family:Valerianaceae
· This flower relieves from anxiety and insomnia.
· It is a remedy for migraines,tension,and rheumatic pains.
· The essence of this flower relieves from muscle cramps.

Viola (violets, pansies or heartsease)
Family:Violaceae
· Apply the essence of this flower to cure eczema and varicose veins.
· Take the infusion of this flower regularly to cure from coughs and bronchitis.
· It is useful for urinary problems and cystic.