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information1:
Before switching to English medicine, Every tribe has there herbs they used for treating every ailment.

There are some popular herbs used by all ethnic groups, some of the herbs are common in someplace though. Some of the Popular leaves here in Yorubaland all have a name, lest i forget, depending on the area you are. Meaning you might know some herbs name in Hausa, while some people may be talking about the same herbs, but would seem the person is not right or saying rubbish.

In this short article, I will be revealing the English names of some common herbs in Yoruba land together with their uses.

Parsley (Effirin)

The English name of is Parsley, it’s referred to Parsley in Yoruba. Parsley has so many health benefits for a wide range of symptoms and diseases.
It is from Petroselinum plant, the parsley plant and parsley essential oil have been used as a natural detox remedy, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory, diuretic and agent for centuries in folk medicine.

As of now, researched back up health claims about we’ve got for the plant.

Cayenne Pepper (Ata Gun Gun)

Cayenne pepper is referred to Ata gun gun in the Yoruba language. It’s not only in the Yoruba land, but also among the other cultures in Nigeria.

Cayenne pepper has got some many health benefits; It aids digestion, slow intestinal gas, stop stomach pain, including healing upset stomach, it also stops diarrhea and as a natural remedy for cramps.

It’s also used for heart and blood vessels – to improve poor circulation, to reverse excessive blood clotting, lower high cholesterol and prevent heart disease.

Cinnamon (Oloorun)

Cinnamon herb is referred to as Oloorun in Yorubaland. It health benefits are; high source of Antioxidants, promotion of heart health, contains Anti-inflammatory properties,help fight diabetes and also lower the risk of cancer.

Mint Leaf (Ewe Minti)

Mint leaf is referred to as Ewe Minti in Yoruba. It is a favorite herb. The leaves is a can be used in fresh or dried in many dishes and infusions. Mint oil is Always used in gum, candy, toothpaste, and some beauty products. Health benefits of mint include relieving of allergies and pains; it also prevents gastric ulcer. It is good for skin some other benefits.

Spinach (Efo Tete)

Spinach is referred to as Efo Tete. This plant is often used among cultures and had come along way as a Herbal plant. To some culture, they never knew its health benefits.

They only know it is edible and it appeals to their taste bud. If you are one of them, just know that spinach health benefit is hair and bone, asthma and cancer protection, reduction of blood pressure, diabetes management and promotion of healthy skin.

Turmeric (Atale Pupa)

Atale Pupa(Yoruba) is referred to as Turmeric in English. This herb plant lower risk of brain damage increases the antioxidant capacity of the body and heart disease.

This herbal plant can also help delay aging, prevent cancer and fight age-related diseases among others.

Bay Leaf (Bay Bunkum)

The Bay Leaf is referred to as Bay Bunkum in yourba.

Health benefits:

- It eases joint pain from arthritis
- It gives immune support
- Help with sugar level balance
- Aids in digestion, reduce congestion
- Help in improving scalp health.

Marjoram (Efo Ewuro)

Marjoram, is referred to as Efo Ewuro in Yoruba, The herbal plant can be taken orally in a more concentrated medicinal form or used topically and in aromatherapy as an essential oil.

The inhalation of marjoram essential oil is to calm the nervous system and, in turn, positively impact your cardiovascular system by enhancing the blood flow and lowering blood pressure.

It is also used to treat runny noses, gallbladder issues, depression, dizziness, coughs, digestive problems, migraines, nervous headaches, nerve pain and paralysis as well.

Celery (Seleri)

The Yorubas call the celery herb plant seleri. This also a plant that helps in lowering inflammation, reducing the risk of cancer, reducing blood pressure and assist in preventing age-related vision loss.

https://talkgeria.com/yoruba-herbs-english-name-uses/

nice one, but op what is the name of efo yoko in English

If you don't add bitter gourd ( ejinrin) , then you don't know herbs. People wonder why Indian and Chinese leave long with less diabetic patients. Go figure out...google na ya friend.

afonjas, leaves and herbs.....make I reserve my comment

yeyerolling:
Which one we fit use nak for 1 hour non stop

Ewe Taba and koriko

Iceberg3:
Please we wanna know the English name for EWEDU,thank you.

Goggle is your friend. Ask

Iceberg3:
Please we wanna know the English name for EWEDU,thank you.

jute mallow


It's Botanical name is cochorus olitorius.

Jute

Iceberg3:
Please we wanna know the English name for EWEDU,thank you.

Thanks bro! [quote author=Burgerlomo post=66920694][/quote]

dragnet:
exactly, efinrin is African Basil or clove Basil
Bitter leaf isn't Marjoram
ata gun gun isn't cayenne pepper, it is merely powered pepper.

Your head is correct. Tell the op to stop mis-educating us.

sexy74:
Thanks, it would have been nice as You mentioned the names you attach a picture to it.
This will help a lot.

Click here.
https://talkgeria.com/yoruba-herbs-english-name-uses/

priceaction:
If you don't add bitter gourd ( ejinrin) , then you don't know herbs. People wonder why Indian and Chinese leave long with less diabetic patients. Go figure out...google na ya friend.

Share the health benefits with us sir.

https://talkgeria.com/yoruba-herbs-english-name-uses/

Iceberg3:
Please we wanna know the English name for EWEDU,thank you.

EWEDU IS KNOWN AS JUTE

Iceberg3:
Please we wanna know the English name for EWEDU,thank you.

Ewedu is called JUTE leave with botanical name called CORCHORUS OLITORIUS. Now tell us the English name for this one below

marijuana = Igbooo
cigarette = cigar
Honey = Oyin
Dog= Aja.. etc

information1:
Before switching to English medicine, Every tribe has there herbs they used for treating every ailment.

There are some popular herbs used by all ethnic groups, some of the herbs are common in someplace though. Some of the Popular leaves here in Yorubaland all have a name, lest i forget, depending on the area you are. Meaning you might know some herbs name in Hausa, while some people may be talking about the same herbs, but would seem the person is not right or saying rubbish.

In this short article, I will be revealing the English names of some common herbs in Yoruba land together with their uses.

Parsley (Effirin)

The English name of is Parsley, it’s referred to Parsley in Yoruba. Parsley has so many health benefits for a wide range of symptoms and diseases.
It is from Petroselinum plant, the parsley plant and parsley essential oil have been used as a natural detox remedy, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory, diuretic and agent for centuries in folk medicine.

As of now, researched back up health claims about we’ve got for the plant.

Cayenne Pepper (Ata Gun Gun)

Cayenne pepper is referred to Ata gun gun in the Yoruba language. It’s not only in the Yoruba land, but also among the other cultures in Nigeria.

Cayenne pepper has got some many health benefits; It aids digestion, slow intestinal gas, stop stomach pain, including healing upset stomach, it also stops diarrhea and as a natural remedy for cramps.

It’s also used for heart and blood vessels – to improve poor circulation, to reverse excessive blood clotting, lower high cholesterol and prevent heart disease.

Cinnamon (Oloorun)

Cinnamon herb is referred to as Oloorun in Yorubaland. It health benefits are; high source of Antioxidants, promotion of heart health, contains Anti-inflammatory properties,help fight diabetes and also lower the risk of cancer.

Mint Leaf (Ewe Minti)

Mint leaf is referred to as Ewe Minti in Yoruba. It is a favorite herb. The leaves is a can be used in fresh or dried in many dishes and infusions. Mint oil is Always used in gum, candy, toothpaste, and some beauty products. Health benefits of mint include relieving of allergies and pains; it also prevents gastric ulcer. It is good for skin some other benefits.

Spinach (Efo Tete)

Spinach is referred to as Efo Tete. This plant is often used among cultures and had come along way as a Herbal plant. To some culture, they never knew its health benefits.

They only know it is edible and it appeals to their taste bud. If you are one of them, just know that spinach health benefit is hair and bone, asthma and cancer protection, reduction of blood pressure, diabetes management and promotion of healthy skin.

Turmeric (Atale Pupa)

Atale Pupa(Yoruba) is referred to as Turmeric in English. This herb plant lower risk of brain damage increases the antioxidant capacity of the body and heart disease.

This herbal plant can also help delay aging, prevent cancer and fight age-related diseases among others.

Bay Leaf (Bay Bunkum)

The Bay Leaf is referred to as Bay Bunkum in yourba.

Health benefits:

- It eases joint pain from arthritis
- It gives immune support
- Help with sugar level balance
- Aids in digestion, reduce congestion
- Help in improving scalp health.

Marjoram (Efo Ewuro)

Marjoram, is referred to as Efo Ewuro in Yoruba, The herbal plant can be taken orally in a more concentrated medicinal form or used topically and in aromatherapy as an essential oil.

The inhalation of marjoram essential oil is to calm the nervous system and, in turn, positively impact your cardiovascular system by enhancing the blood flow and lowering blood pressure.

It is also used to treat runny noses, gallbladder issues, depression, dizziness, coughs, digestive problems, migraines, nervous headaches, nerve pain and paralysis as well.

Celery (Seleri)

The Yorubas call the celery herb plant seleri. This also a plant that helps in lowering inflammation, reducing the risk of cancer, reducing blood pressure and assist in preventing age-related vision loss.

https://talkgeria.com/yoruba-herbs-english-name-uses/

How can we know the proper pronunciations of this words with the Yorùbá àmì?

Jatropha- Lapalapa

Iceberg3:
Please we wanna know the English name for EWEDU,thank you.

Jute leaves. Actually popular in Arabia and beyond as highly nutritious.

oyetpel:
Jatropha- Lapalapa

Ewe Lapalapa. Used by some for skin disease like Pityriasis versicolor (ila/nla).

Iceberg3:
Please we wanna know the English name for EWEDU,thank you.

ewedu is (jute leaf)

information1:
Before switching to English medicine, Every tribe has there herbs they used for treating every ailment.

There are some popular herbs used by all ethnic groups, some of the herbs are common in someplace though. Some of the Popular leaves here in Yorubaland all have a name, lest i forget, depending on the area you are. Meaning you might know some herbs name in Hausa, while some people may be talking about the same herbs, but would seem the person is not right or saying rubbish.

In this short article, I will be revealing the English names of some common herbs in Yoruba land together with their uses.

Parsley (Effirin)

The English name of is Parsley, it’s referred to Parsley in Yoruba. Parsley has so many health benefits for a wide range of symptoms and diseases.
It is from Petroselinum plant, the parsley plant and parsley essential oil have been used as a natural detox remedy, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory, diuretic and agent for centuries in folk medicine.

As of now, researched back up health claims about we’ve got for the plant.

Cayenne Pepper (Ata Gun Gun)

Cayenne pepper is referred to Ata gun gun in the Yoruba language. It’s not only in the Yoruba land, but also among the other cultures in Nigeria.

Cayenne pepper has got some many health benefits; It aids digestion, slow intestinal gas, stop stomach pain, including healing upset stomach, it also stops diarrhea and as a natural remedy for cramps.

It’s also used for heart and blood vessels – to improve poor circulation, to reverse excessive blood clotting, lower high cholesterol and prevent heart disease.

Cinnamon (Oloorun)

Cinnamon herb is referred to as Oloorun in Yorubaland. It health benefits are; high source of Antioxidants, promotion of heart health, contains Anti-inflammatory properties,help fight diabetes and also lower the risk of cancer.

Mint Leaf (Ewe Minti)

Mint leaf is referred to as Ewe Minti in Yoruba. It is a favorite herb. The leaves is a can be used in fresh or dried in many dishes and infusions. Mint oil is Always used in gum, candy, toothpaste, and some beauty products. Health benefits of mint include relieving of allergies and pains; it also prevents gastric ulcer. It is good for skin some other benefits.

Spinach (Efo Tete)

Spinach is referred to as Efo Tete. This plant is often used among cultures and had come along way as a Herbal plant. To some culture, they never knew its health benefits.

They only know it is edible and it appeals to their taste bud. If you are one of them, just know that spinach health benefit is hair and bone, asthma and cancer protection, reduction of blood pressure, diabetes management and promotion of healthy skin.

Turmeric (Atale Pupa)

Atale Pupa(Yoruba) is referred to as Turmeric in English. This herb plant lower risk of brain damage increases the antioxidant capacity of the body and heart disease.

This herbal plant can also help delay aging, prevent cancer and fight age-related diseases among others.

Bay Leaf (Bay Bunkum)

The Bay Leaf is referred to as Bay Bunkum in yourba.

Health benefits:

- It eases joint pain from arthritis
- It gives immune support
- Help with sugar level balance
- Aids in digestion, reduce congestion
- Help in improving scalp health.

Marjoram (Efo Ewuro)

Marjoram, is referred to as Efo Ewuro in Yoruba, The herbal plant can be taken orally in a more concentrated medicinal form or used topically and in aromatherapy as an essential oil.

The inhalation of marjoram essential oil is to calm the nervous system and, in turn, positively impact your cardiovascular system by enhancing the blood flow and lowering blood pressure.

It is also used to treat runny noses, gallbladder issues, depression, dizziness, coughs, digestive problems, migraines, nervous headaches, nerve pain and paralysis as well.

Celery (Seleri)

The Yorubas call the celery herb plant seleri. This also a plant that helps in lowering inflammation, reducing the risk of cancer, reducing blood pressure and assist in preventing age-related vision loss.

https://talkgeria.com/yoruba-herbs-english-name-uses/

@post thanks for sharing pls there is dis type of yam in yoruba i dt really know the name the yam increases chances of giving birth to twins.pls do u know the name?

information1:
Before switching to English medicine, Every tribe has there herbs they used for treating every ailment.

There are some popular herbs used by all ethnic groups, some of the herbs are common in someplace though. Some of the Popular leaves here in Yorubaland all have a name, lest i forget, depending on the area you are. Meaning you might know some herbs name in Hausa, while some people may be talking about the same herbs, but would seem the person is not right or saying rubbish.

In this short article, I will be revealing the English names of some common herbs in Yoruba land together with their uses.

Parsley (Effirin)

The English name of is Parsley, it’s referred to Parsley in Yoruba. Parsley has so many health benefits for a wide range of symptoms and diseases.
It is from Petroselinum plant, the parsley plant and parsley essential oil have been used as a natural detox remedy, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory, diuretic and agent for centuries in folk medicine.

As of now, researched back up health claims about we’ve got for the plant.

Cayenne Pepper (Ata Gun Gun)

Cayenne pepper is referred to Ata gun gun in the Yoruba language. It’s not only in the Yoruba land, but also among the other cultures in Nigeria.

Cayenne pepper has got some many health benefits; It aids digestion, slow intestinal gas, stop stomach pain, including healing upset stomach, it also stops diarrhea and as a natural remedy for cramps.

It’s also used for heart and blood vessels – to improve poor circulation, to reverse excessive blood clotting, lower high cholesterol and prevent heart disease.

Cinnamon (Oloorun)

Cinnamon herb is referred to as Oloorun in Yorubaland. It health benefits are; high source of Antioxidants, promotion of heart health, contains Anti-inflammatory properties,help fight diabetes and also lower the risk of cancer.

Mint Leaf (Ewe Minti)

Mint leaf is referred to as Ewe Minti in Yoruba. It is a favorite herb. The leaves is a can be used in fresh or dried in many dishes and infusions. Mint oil is Always used in gum, candy, toothpaste, and some beauty products. Health benefits of mint include relieving of allergies and pains; it also prevents gastric ulcer. It is good for skin some other benefits.

Spinach (Efo Tete)

Spinach is referred to as Efo Tete. This plant is often used among cultures and had come along way as a Herbal plant. To some culture, they never knew its health benefits.

They only know it is edible and it appeals to their taste bud. If you are one of them, just know that spinach health benefit is hair and bone, asthma and cancer protection, reduction of blood pressure, diabetes management and promotion of healthy skin.

Turmeric (Atale Pupa)

Atale Pupa(Yoruba) is referred to as Turmeric in English. This herb plant lower risk of brain damage increases the antioxidant capacity of the body and heart disease.

This herbal plant can also help delay aging, prevent cancer and fight age-related diseases among others.

Bay Leaf (Bay Bunkum)

The Bay Leaf is referred to as Bay Bunkum in yourba.

Health benefits:

- It eases joint pain from arthritis
- It gives immune support
- Help with sugar level balance
- Aids in digestion, reduce congestion
- Help in improving scalp health.

Marjoram (Efo Ewuro)

Marjoram, is referred to as Efo Ewuro in Yoruba, The herbal plant can be taken orally in a more concentrated medicinal form or used topically and in aromatherapy as an essential oil.

The inhalation of marjoram essential oil is to calm the nervous system and, in turn, positively impact your cardiovascular system by enhancing the blood flow and lowering blood pressure.

It is also used to treat runny noses, gallbladder issues, depression, dizziness, coughs, digestive problems, migraines, nervous headaches, nerve pain and paralysis as well.

Celery (Seleri)

The Yorubas call the celery herb plant seleri. This also a plant that helps in lowering inflammation, reducing the risk of cancer, reducing blood pressure and assist in preventing age-related vision loss.

https://talkgeria.com/yoruba-herbs-english-name-uses/

parsley is not efinrin and spinach is not tete

But these are not yoruba herbs, Igbos, Efik, Hausas, Ijaws all use these herbs also.

Iceberg3:
Please we wanna know the English name for EWEDU,thank you.

Zombie leaf

Westbestside:
Ewedu is called JUTE leave with botanical name called CORCHORUS OLITORIUS. Now tell us the English name for this one below

No be only Corchorus olitorius, na CROCODILE OLORIBURUKU abi KRO KRO OLORIS-CLITORIS.


My guy the English name for EWEDU is ZOMBIE LEAF or ALGEA SPIROGYRA CLITORIS

Westbestside:
Ewedu is called JUTE leave with botanical name called CORCHORUS OLITORIUS. Now tell us the English name for this one below

We don't eat that in Benin

CORCHORUS OLITORIUS,hmmm

Mrchippychappy:
But these are not yoruba herbs, Igbos, Efik, Hausas, Ijaws all use these herbs also.

It's a lie oo,it's our leaf..Oranmiyan planted it in those places when he defeated hausas ad made slaves of binis,ijaws,Efiks,kanuris,igbos,jukuns ad co.
They are all NGBATTTI leaves.

Spinach and efo tete are totally different

Looks like the o.p is a lazy Nigerian youth,he got most of it wrong but nice try though.Ego tete tastes nicer than spinach

dragnet:
exactly, efinrin is African Basil or clove Basil
Bitter leaf isn't Marjoram
ata gun gun isn't cayenne pepper, it is merely powered pepper.

I wanted to write about the efirin it is Basil also known as scent leaves in the market. I have it planted in a pot.

spinach is called amunututu is Yoruba

What of Lemon grass, willow tree bark & Myrtle leaf (original source of aspirin)?

SIRmanjar:
It's a lie oo,it's our leaf..Oranmiyan planted it in those places when he defeated hausas ad made slaves of binis,ijaws,Efiks,kanuris,igbos,jukuns ad co.
They are all NGBATTTI leaves.

This your Kwale weed na super-strength o.