Agroforestry

Medicinal Herbs

An important aspect of our Agroforestry is the fact that we will be inter-planting medicinal herbs in-between the rows of the Anagenesis Trifolia trees. This will have many benefits, not least of which is the creation of microclimatic conditions.

We anticipate establishing at least 120 different herb varieties over the first 12 to 15 months of operation.

Eventually, we will gain certifications as a Certified Organic Herb Grower from the Department of Agriculture of each country where Anagenesis establishes plantations.

Initially Used Medicinal Herbs

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  1. Scutellaria Baicalensis
  2. Agrimonia Glabra
  3. Angelica Archangelica
  4. Pimpinella Anisum
  5. Lauris Nobilis
  6. Vaccimium Myrtillus
  7. Styrax Benzoin
  8. Chlorella Pyrendoidosa
  9. Ocimum Basilicum
  10. Aloe Barbadensis

The majority of the herbs listed can be harvested three times per year depending on climatic conditions. However, we will establish the herb gardens under controlled conditions where we closely monitor and control- ground moisture, fertility, pH, etc.-thus eliminating the reliance on growth cycles in the wild.

Example

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Scutellaria Baicalensis or Skull Cap is categorized as a potential medicinal crop for US farmers. The price of Skull Cap has steadily increased during the past five years and is currently at approx. US$13.35 per pound. The demand for Skull Cap in the world market is predicted to grow at an annual rate of 20%-30%.

The additional fertilization and watering will benefit the trees. Also, the shading effect of the herbs – as they spread out on the soil surface – will reduce moisture evaporation and significantly lower the surface temperature of the soil (by approximately 3 to 6ºC).