But before we do that, let\u2019s take a look at some of the things weeds can be used for.<\/p>\n
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- Weeds can be used to bring nutrients and water from deep within the soil to become available to microbes and plants<\/li>\n
- Weeds can also be used to break up hardpans and compaction, and control erosion<\/li>\n
- Weeds also increase the organic matter content of the soil as they grow and die<\/li>\n
- Weeds can serve as a way telling farmers about the nutritional balance of the soil through their presence or growth habit.<\/li>\n
- Weed also provide food for grazing animals<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Common Nigerian Weeds & their Botanical Names<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Now let\u2019s take a look at the common Nigerian weeds.<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\n#1 Bahama grass (Cynodan dactylon) <\/strong><\/h2>\n
Although this trailing grass is native to Europe, it also grows in parts of Africa like Nigeria. It has diverse applications. For instance, the grass has been linked to the treatment of diabetes and can also be used for constipation.<\/p>\n
In case you\u2018re wondering how to use it for these ailments, below are te simple steps you need to take:<\/p>\n
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- Wash it and cut into small pieces<\/li>\n
- Grind it in a mixer or pound with enough water<\/li>\n
- Extract the juice and drink it first thing in the morning on an empty stomach, and then you can have your breakfast after two hours<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Also, the grass contains fiber, crude proteins, calcium, potash, and phosphorus which is quite useful for grazing animals. If you are growing your plants outdoors you need to be extra careful with pests, insects and animals looking for food. When it comes to raccoon removal Houston, Texas<\/a> has an abundance of problems. Just recently James Catchings reported raccoons in the attic in Texas are now having babies. Baby raccoons in the attic pose more issues than a single raccoon, removal is more involved and raccoon removal costs increase exponentially.<\/p>\n
#2 Wild sunflower (Aspilia africana) <\/strong><\/h2>\n
The Wild Sun Flower is a kind of flowering plants in the Asteraceae family. The botanical name of the plant is Aspilia africana. It orginates from Latin America and can also be found in West Africa.<\/p>\n
The plant has been use for numerous benefits over the years<\/p>\n
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- It can be used as an abortifacient<\/li>\n
- It can also stop bleeding from fresh wounds by inhibiting microbial elements that are known to cause injury and accelerate wound healing<\/li>\n
- It has also been used in the treatment of rheumatic pains, bee and scorpion stings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
#3 Elephant grass (Pennisetum purpureum) <\/strong><\/h2>\n
The botanical name of Elephant grass is Pennisetum purpureum. It is also known as Napier grass or Uganda grass.<\/p>\n
The species has low nutrient and water requirements as a result as been adapted to tropical environment.<\/p>\n