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Nature as Healer, Nature as

Teacher

From ancient Vedic scriptures to Charaka
Samhita, from tribal remedies to grand-
mother’s kitchens, India’s relationship with
medicinal plants has been a story of symbiosis.
Plants like Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum), Neem
(Azadirachta indica), Amla (Phyllanthus
emblica), Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera),
and Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia) have not
only treated ailments but also nurtured
immunity, mental well-being, and spiritual
balance.

These plants represent an eco-centric
wisdom that views health not in isolation but
as a harmony of body, mind, and environment.
Modern science is now catching up—with
peer-reviewed research backing what
ancient cultures practiced. From bioactive
alkaloids in Ashwagandha to antimicrobial
agents in Neem, these plants are gaining
ground in integrative medicine globally.

At our school, we bring this wisdom into the
curriculum and co-curricular life in creative
ways. Students do not just learn about
photosynthesis or plant reproduction—they
learn how a neem leaf paste heals acne, how
Tulsi water boosts respiratory health, and
how Brahmi supports memory.

QR Code Storytelling: Blending Tech with Tradition

To deepen engagement, each plant in our garden is tagged with a QR code, which links to a
student-researched microsite detailing the plant’s common and scientific name, habitat,
traditional and commercial uses, Ayurvedic significance, and even easy home remedies or
recipes. For example, the Neem plant’s page shares how its crushed leaves can be mixed with
Tulsi and applied as a natural face mask to prevent acne—an idea submitted by a Class 8
student after interviewing her grandmother.

This initiative integrates digital literacy, research skills, intergenerational learning, and sustainability—all
while making students feel like co-creators of knowledge.

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