Barcode: CAL0000009254

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Family: ASCLEPIADACEAE

Scientific Name: Hemidesmus indicus (L.) R.Br.

Collector: Anand Kumar

Country: India

Uses: Dried roots constitute the drug hemidesmus or anantmul which is demulcent, diaphoretic,diuretic and used in treatment of rheumatism, gravel, urinary troubles and skin diseases