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Dhataki (Woodfordia fruticosa)-Benefits, Properties and Side Effects

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Woodfordia fruticosa

Dhataki,(Woodfordia fruticosa) also known as the Fire Flame Bush, is a member of the Lythraceae family and is scientifically known as Woodfordia fruticosa L. Although it originated in India, Madagascar, Pakistan, Bhutan, Myanmar, Ceylon, Nepal, Indonesia, and China also have large availability of it. Dhataki is widely available in West Bengal, Mizoram, and Arunachal Pradesh, … Read more

Sharpunkha (Tephrosia Purpurea): Uses, Benifits and Side Effects

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Sharpunkha (Tephrosia Purpurea)

Sharpunkha (Tephrosia Purpurea) commonly known as wild indigo, is a perennial herb belonging to the Fabaceae family. It is native to the Indian subcontinent and can be found in various parts of Asia, Africa, and Australia. Tephrosia purpurea is known for its medicinal properties and has been used in traditional medicine systems like Ayurveda for … Read more

Karavira, Indian Oleander: Uses, Benefits, and Side Effects

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Karavira, Indian Oleander

Karavira, Indian oleander, scientifically known as Nerium oleander, is a highly ornamental and commonly cultivated shrub native to Southwest Asia and the Mediterranean region. It belongs to the dogbane family, Apocynaceae. Indian oleander is renowned for its attractive flowers, which come in various colors such as white, pink, red, or yellow, depending on the cultivar. … Read more

Jamun (Syzygium cumini): Benefits, Uses, Properties and Dosage

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Jamun (Syzygium cumini)

Syzygium cumini, commonly known as the Java plum, Indian blackberry, or Jamun, is a tropical tree native to the Indian Subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and surrounding regions. It belongs to the flowering plant family Myrtaceae. The tree is known for its small, sweet, and sour fruit, which is often used in various culinary preparations and traditional … Read more