Which medicinal plants will you grow on your school premises and near your house? Why?

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The following medicinal plants can be grown in the school as they are easily available, easy to maintain and have various health benefits:

Cinchona − Quinine, a drug used in the treatment of malaria, is obtained from the bark of the Cinchona tree.

Eucalyptus − The leaves of eucalyptus are used for extracting on oil which is used in the treatment of blocked nose and throat infections. It is also used as a mosquito repellent.

Neem - The leaves and stems can be used in the treatment of fever, cold or for oral hygiene.

Cinnamon - It can be used in the treatment of diarrhoea and nausea.

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