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A native, indigenous or autochthonous plant is a
plant that belongs to a specific region or
ecosystem. Its presence in that region is the
result of natural phenomena without human
intervention . They are called native species
because they are typical or originating from our
1. Maca (Lepidium meyenii)
2. Annatto (Bixa orellana)
3. Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa)
4. Mashua (Tropaeolum tuberosum)
5. The Hercampuri (Gentianella alborosea)
6. Cat's Claw (Uncaria tomentosa)
7. Sacha inchi (Plukenetia volubilis)
8. Yacón or aricoma (Polymnia sonchifolia)
9. Aguaymanto
10. Guava (Psidium guajava)
11. Chocho or tarwi
It is a plant that was domesticated in pre-
Inca times. It is a product of great nutritional
value and a powerful and mental reconstit.
It is used as food for children, young
people , adults and the elderly.
BRUIS
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>Increased strength and
libido
>Regulation and increase of
endocrine function
>Increases sexual desire
and fertility
USES OF ACHIOTE
❖ FOOD
pastry, soups,
(
sauces,
margarines,
cheeses, etc.),
❖ CONDIMENTING ,
cosmetological
(skin pigment,
repellent),
❖ Bronchitis (SEED)
❖ DYEING ( bixin), in ❖ Diabetes (SHEET)
great demand in the ❖ Diarrhea (LEAF)
world. ❖ Fever (BUDS)
❖ MEDICINAL ❖ Vomiting (LEAF)
❖ Anti-inflammatory
(LEAF)
THE QUINOA
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Quinoa was cultivated and
used by pre-Hispanic
civilizations and replaced by
cereals upon the arrival of
the Spanish, despite
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BENEFITS OF CONSUMING QUINOA
being a staple food for
• It is one of the most
the population at that
complete proteins
time.
V Reduces the risk of
VARelieves migraines
diabetes and
and reduces pressure
TO
helps lose weight
It is a plant native to the mountains of Peru,
it grows between 3500
and 4300 meters above
sea level.
IMPORTANCE.
> Facilitates circulation
>Facilitates the secretion
and excretion of bile
> Reduces LDL-cholesterol
> Hypoglycemic
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The name comes from the pairs of large, curved
thorns that grow along the vine. It is used as
medicine to treat inflammatory diseases such as
arthritis, to cleanse the tract
Relieve stomach problems allowing
people who suffer from colitis,
Crohn's disease and irritable bowel
syndrome to be treated naturally. 3
allows the body to generate
enough antioxidants such as
to fight against andth
cancerous inhibit cells e
growth th
diseases.
It is a plant native to the Peruvian Amazon. It
produces an almond that has one of the highest
contents of essential fatty acids for the body.
It is a plant that has been cultivated in Peru since pre-
Inca times.
It is an Andean root that has a high content of
vitamins and sugars that reduce the amount of
glucose in the blood.
THE AGUAYMANTO
Also called “Wild Tomato” or “Capulí”, it has been known
as a native fruit since the time of the Incas.
GUAVA
Red guava contains a greater amount of vitamins A, B1,
B2, B12 and iron; unlike white, which has more vitamin E.
Likewise, it is low in sodium, but high in potassium.
Tarwi is a grain with exceptional nutritional value. Its
properties were highly appreciated by Andean cultures
since pre-Hispanic times. It was used mainly as food.
- Tarwi seed contains Lysine, an essential amino acid in the
absorption of calcium
and building muscle tissue
- It also contains minerals and unsaturated fatty acids, including
linoleic acid (Omega 6).
- Tarwi can be consumed by children in
growth, women and
- Diabetes
– Kidney diseases
- Hangover
- Consumption
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