4 Plants That Are Great for Humans

The video explores the significant role plants play in medicine, highlighting historical and modern uses. It discusses alkaloids, their effects, and specific plant-based drugs like atropine, artemisinin, and metformin. The video also addresses conservation issues and the discovery of drugs from plants like the rosy periwinkle.

What is metformin, and what plant is it derived from?

What challenges do researchers face in discovering new plant-based medicines?

Discuss the impact of the rosy periwinkle on cancer treatment.