Life is unpredictable. You might bump your head trying to reach a high cupboard or burn your finger while cooking your favourite meal. For situations like these, it’s essential to keep some medicinal plants at home.

You don’t need a large, dedicated space; simply growing these five essential medicinal plants in small pots can be incredibly helpful when you need them most.

Medicinal Plants

Plant 1 Aloe Vera:  Keeping a small, edible aloe vera plant can be extremely useful when you burn your hand on a candle or accidentally touch hot pots. This low-maintenance plant doesn’t require much attention but needs occasional watering. It’s a good idea to talk to your plant as you care for it—it can thrive on just a little bit of love.

Plant 2 Moringa: If you or someone in your family struggles with digestive issues or blood sugar problems, keeping a pot of moringa can be beneficial in emergencies. Moringa is a fast-growing medicinal plant that’s easy to care for.

Plant 3 Peppermint: It is another medicinal plant that’s easy to grow. Its refreshing properties can soothe an upset stomach, and it’s often used to make chutney and homemade beverages.

Plant 4 Ginger: Keep a pot of ginger to ward off viral infections. Ginger has anti-inflammatory properties that can help alleviate nausea, colds, muscle pain, and other flu symptoms. You can use ginger in many ways, but the love for Adrak chai (ginger tea) in India needs no explanation. Simply brew a cup and enjoy the aroma of this medicinal plant.

Plant 5 Tulsi: It is an age-old traditional medicinal plant often found in every Indian household. The Tulsi plant is often used as an herbal tea but it is also an alternative for cough syrup when you boil the tulsi leaf in water along with honey.