Abelmoschus esculentus (Okra / Lady's Finger) 1. Taxonomic insights Species: Abelmoschus esculentus Family: Malvaceae Genus: Abelmoschus Related Herbs from the same family: Hibiscus rosa-sinensis (Chinese Hibiscus, Jasuth): A common ornamental plant whose flowers are used in Ayurveda and other traditions for hair care, as a demulcent, and for respiratory issues. Hibiscus sabdariffa (Roselle, Lal Ambadi): Used to make a refreshing, sour tea that is diuretic, mildy laxative,

Corchorus tridens (Tender Jute) 1. Taxonomic insights Species: Corchorus tridens Family: Malvaceae Genus: Corchorus Related Herbs from the same family: Hibiscus sabdariffa (Roselle): Widely used in Ayurvedic and traditional medicine for its calyces, which are made into a cooling tea to support cardiovascular health and as a mild laxative. Sida cordifolia (Bala): A highly revered herb in Ayurveda, known as a potent Rasayana (rejuvenative) and used to strengthen the nervous

Grewia flavescens (Rough-leaved Raisin) 1. Taxonomic insights Species: Grewia flavescens Family: Malvaceae Genus: Grewia Related Herbs from the same family: Grewia asiatica (Phalsa): A cultivated species prized for its sour-sweet fruit, used in Ayurveda as a cooling agent and digestive tonic. Grewia tenax (Gangeran, White Crossberry): A drought-resistant shrub whose fruits are eaten and roots are used traditionally for bone fractures and rheumatism. Grewia hirsuta (Nagbala