Without medicinal herbs, our healthcare system would be lacking. Several communities developed medical knowledge systems before modern medicine, referred to as "traditional medicine," "indigenous medicine," etc. Throughout the history of human civilization, medicinal plants have been vital. Nearly all societies and civilizations have traditionally relied heavily on medicinal plants as a source of medicine. The traditional medicine community views medicinal plants as a rich supply of materials for making numerous modern medications. Medicinal plants have been used for centuries to treat illnesses, preserve food, add flavor, and stop disease outbreaks. Many plants are also said to have numerous other uses, including anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-insecticidal, anti-parasitic, antibacterial, and anti-hemolytic qualities. Tribal people use these plants extensively all over the world. This review article discusses the traditional therapeutic uses of 21 species of plants from various families.