Self-Heal Plant Knowledge Assessment

The video introduces Prunella vulgaris, commonly known as self-heal, and explores its identification, edibility, traditional uses, and medicinal properties. It highlights the plant's significance in various cultures, its applications in herbal medicine, and scientific studies supporting its health benefits. The video also shares personal experiences and methods for using self-heal in remedies.

What is another common name for Prunella vulgaris?

• Blue curls

• Red clover

• Goldenrod

• Dandelion

Which family does the self-heal plant belong to?

• Daisy family

• Lily family

• Mint family

• Rose family

What is a notable feature of self-heal flowers?

• They have a strong floral scent

• They are bright yellow

• They are tubular and two-lipped

• They grow in clusters of three

In traditional Chinese medicine, what is self-heal used for?

• To improve vision

• To increase appetite

• To cool the liver

• To warm the body

Which indigenous tribe used self-heal as a wash for burns?

• Apache

• Navajo

• Cherokee

• Sioux

What is one of the modern uses of self-heal in herbalism?

• To enhance memory

• To relieve symptoms of allergies

• To improve digestion

• To treat diabetes

What type of studies have been primarily conducted on self-heal?

• Human clinical trials

• Animal studies

• Field studies

• Epidemiological studies

Which active constituent in self-heal is known for its antioxidant properties?

• Flavonoids

• Tannins

• Rosemarinic acid

• Caffeic acid

What is a potential side effect of self-heal?

• It can lead to headaches

• It may cause drowsiness

• It has a diuretic effect

• It may cause skin irritation

How does the narrator prefer to use self-heal when it is not in season?

• As a dried herbal tea

• In a salad

• As a fresh juice

• In a tincture