Barcode: CAL0000009416

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Family: CUCURBITACEAE

Scientific Name: Zanonia indica L.

Collector: E. Vajravelu

Country: India

Uses: Leaves are applied to reduce inflammations and used in the form of antispasmodic and liniment. Decoction of leaves are used as a bath to stop irritation due to boils. Fruits are cathartic and antiseptic and used for cough and asthma. Fresh fruit juice is antidote to the bite of gecko.