Garlic belongs to the onion group and is a cultivated plant. It is grown in the Latin countries. The Garlic leaves are narrow, long and flat and the bulb comprises of bulblets that is referred to as cloves. All these cloves are enclosed within a skin in a white sac. Garlic is not only significant for medicinal purpose, but is also used widely for seasoning. Garlic is common ingredient in Europe and is consumed largely in the regular diet. Garlic contains stimulant and stomachic properties that are useful for diuretic, diaphoretic, stimulant and expectorant. The healing powers are marvelous. Garlic juice also serves as suppuration in wounds. Garlic is said to avert cattle anthrax. Earlier garlic was used for leprosy. Garlic syrups are appropriate for asthma, coughs, lungs disorders, chronic bronchitis and for breathing difficulty. Garlic is seasoned with all types of food mainly because it is known for its medicinal powers.