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In India, commonly known as Champa. Do you know the scientific name of Champa is Plumeria and it is one of the genus of Apocynaceae family and can be confused with Oleander. It is commonly known as frangipani in most of the tropical regions. It has almost 20 species with very attractive flowers in each. Plumeria is also found in various sizes from a small shrub to a well grown tree, giving us very enriching and fresh flowers.  It is super easy to maintain in our garden, that might keep growing till our next generation. This small tree or shrub is also known as the “Tree of life” because it continues to blossom even when it is cut. Ancient Indians even believe that the tree represents the infinite life of our soul. Let's have a look on how this beautiful plant and it’s flowers offer us apart from increasing the beauty of our gardens. Starting from Plumeria oil to it’s seeds, leaves and flowers, are really beneficial for keeping our body and mind healthy. However, apart from Plumeria

Croton s the most evergreen plant which bears a wide range of diverse species in Euphorbiaceae family, amongst which 150 of these can easily be found in almost every garden. We find some of its species in the form of shrubs and herbs to trees. All the species of Croton pursue very attractive, colorful and variegated leaves. This plant can be placed anywhere, inside the house, outside the house, offices -- everywhere. Picture Courtesy: https://www.pexels.com/@saymum-khan-206804 Though this plant needs a little care to keep its leaves green and happy, it also contains very essential benefits which we might be unaware of. However, we should always consult a good Herbalist or personal Physicist prior it’s consumption, as it’s seeds stem, leaves and roots are toxic in nature.  Croton and it’s medicinal uses: In various parts of the globe, Croton’s bark, root, seeds and leaves are used medicinally.  Seeds:   Though Croton seeds are considered toxic in nature, they are still a very effective

Commonly this plant is known as ZZ plant, but the original name is Zamioculcas Zamiifolia. It's really a great tongue twister and very long to pronounce, hence we cut it short and call it ZZ plant. This plant is a great air purifying plant which we'll discuss in detail. We might have seen this plant in many of the houses, the reason being it is considered lucky in Feng Shui, which is believed to increase luck and fortune. But we can only get it’s benefits, when we will keep this plant healthy and happy. So, before moving towards it’s benefits, let's discuss how to keep it healthy and what are it’s requirements. Picture Courtesy: https://www.pexels.com/@kseniachernaya Benefits of ZZ plant:   It Has Traditional Medicinal Uses:   This plant not only looks attractive but also comes with a bunch of advantages. The roots of ZZ plants contain a good amount of steroids and antioxidants, which people in eastern Africa used to treat ear-ache. It also contains very essential nutrients

The Chinese Money Plant, scientifically known as Pilea Peperomioides, is one of the fast becoming a popular house plant because of its low maintenance needs. It originally came from China and has unique, beautiful round coin shaped leaves, which give all total a different identity to this plant. Being brought from China in 1946 by a Swedish missionary, Agnar Espegren and having coin shaped leaves, hence in general terms experts called this as " Chinese Money Plant ". It is also known as the Pancake Plant, UFO plant, missionary plant, bender plant and mirror grass plant. https://www.pexels.com/@tiia-pakk-2561651 Benefits of Pilea Peperomioides A symbol of good luck:   It is believed that placing a coin in the soil of the plant will boost the money luck for the household. It will bring prosperity in the house, if this plant is placed in good condition and has green leaves. Gets an ornamental look to interior:  It is really attractive, coined shaped leaves add a very differen