Kuda(Kutaj)
Scientific name: Holarrhena antidysenterica
Family: Apocynaceae
Nature of Holarrhena antidysenterica
It is a tall shurb or small tree, evergreen in nature.
leaves are smooth large, ovate in shape; and about 15-31 cms. long and 10 cms. broad.
flowers are cream coloured, fragrant and borne in bunches .
the plant flowers profusely during February-March. fruits are thin and cylindrical, with two follicles attached together at distal ends.
Special characteristics of Holarrhena antidysenterica
Fragrant flowers and twin fruits.
Medicinal uses of Holarrhena antidysenterica
The roots and dried bark of the plant used as antidysentric drug. seeds are used in the treatment of fever and cold.
The plant is considered to be the best remedy for dysentery. the plant used in the ayurvedic preparation "Kutajarishta". it has a laxative property.
position of Holarrhena antidysenterica
Very common.
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