Research has showed that the use of herbs can play an important role in providing basic health management options. The high levels of phytochemicals present in herbs can also supplement peoples' nutrition and can significantly improve the quality of life for people suffering from chronic ailments.

Siyakhana cultivates a variety of indigenous and cosmopolitan herbs to provide affordable and renewable natural health-care resources.

These include:

Rosemary: Rosemary helps to relax muscles, including the smooth muscles of the digestive tract and uterus. Because of this property it can be used to soothe digestive upsets and relieve menstrual cramps. It has also been shown to have cancer preventative properties.

Oregano: May be used for indigestion, bloating, flatulence, coughs, urinary problems, bronchial problems, headaches and swollen glands. It has also been used in the past to relieve fevers, diarrhoea, vomiting, and jaundice.

Sage: The oils and tannins in Sage have astringent, antiseptic, and irritant properties. It is therefore an important herb for treating mouth sores, mouth ulcers and a sore throat.

Lavender: Lavender has antiseptic, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory, anti-convulsive and anti-depressant properties.

Echinacea: Echinacea is well known for its anti-viral, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-inflammatory properties.  It is commonly recommended by herbalists as an agent to lessen the symptoms and duration at the onset of a cold or the flu.