Barcode: CAL0000003787

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Family: BERBERIDACEAE

Scientific Name: Berberis asiatica Roxb. ex. DC.

Collector: Dass

Country: India

Uses: Fruits used as laxative for children. The plant contains an alkaloid- Berberine. One of the principal sources of Rasaut is the root which is used as a household remedy and is also used as aperient, carminative, blood purifier and febrifuge.