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Işgın (Rheum ribes L.)

Işgın (Rheum ribes L.)

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December 8, 2025

Işgın is a perennial herbaceous plant species belonging to the Polygonaceae (dock family). It grows naturally at elevations between 1,000 and 4,000 meters on sloped and stony terrain. It is distributed across temperate and subtropical regions of Southwest Asia, particularly in Türkiye’s Eastern Anatolia Region. It is recognized by its thick rhizomes, reddish-green hairy stems, and whitish-yellow flowers that bloom in spike-like inflorescences during summer. Işgın is widely used in traditional me

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Zelal Çakar

Zelal Çakar

Ginseng

Ginseng

(603 words)
December 8, 2025

Ginseng is a group of perennial plants belonging to the genus Panax, whose roots are used for medicinal purposes. It generally includes species native to East Asia and North America. Throughout history, ginseng has been widely used in traditional medicine, particularly noted for the adaptogenic properties of its roots—that is, their ability to enhance the body’s resistance. Modern scientific research has focused extensively on the chemical composition, pharmacological effects, and biological act

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Emre Özen

Emre Özen

Purslane (Portulaca oleracea L.)

Purslane (Portulaca oleracea L.)

(410 words)
December 8, 2025

Purslane (Portulaca oleracea L.) is a widely distributed plant worldwide, valued for its high nutritional content and diverse pharmacological properties. Although commonly regarded as a weed, it is used both as a food and for medicinal purposes due to its rich array of nutrients and bioactive compounds. This plant is particularly abundant in omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.Botanical Characteristics and CultivationMorphological FeaturesPurslane is an annual herb belongin

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Okan Kanpolat

Okan Kanpolat

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