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Scientific NameFamilyVernacular NameHabitPlant PartsMedicinal Uses
Paederia foetida L.Rubiaceae GandhabhaduliClimberLeaf, root.Leaves are useful in relieving a number of ailments like rheumatism, paralysis, abscesses, gout, diarrhea, dysentery, infertility, colic and flatulence. The juice of the root is prescribed in cases of indigestion, piles, inflammation of the spleen, and pain in the chest and liver.
Paederia lanuginosa Wall. RubiaceaeNakbhaduliClimberLeafPaste prepared from leaves of the plant is applied to treat boils.
Pandanus amaryllifolius Roxb.Pandanaceae Polao pataHerbLeaf Leaf infusion is used as a sedative against restlessness and is also a traditional treatment for diabetes. Externally, the leaves are used in the treatment of skin diseases; as a relaxing soak to counter restlessness.
Pandanus foetidus Roxb.Pandanaceae KeyakataShrubLeafLeaf paste is applied to treat boils.
Pandanus odorifer (Forssk.) KuntzePandanaceaeKeyaShrubLeafLeaves are used to treat leprosy, small-pox, syphilis, scabies and leucoderma. Leaves and spadix are used in diabetes.
Papaver somniferum L.PapaveraceaeAfimHerbFruits, Seeds and latex.Seeds are used to treat diarrhoea, dysentry, influenza, cough, insomnia, dry cough, leucorrhoea, burning in bladder. Fruits are used to treat cough, fever, anaemia, diarrhoea, headache, conjunctivitis. The latex is anodyne, antitussive, astringent, diaphoretic, emmenagogue, hypnotic, narcotic and sedative.
Papilionanthe teres (Roxb.) Schltr.OrchidaceaePaphoteri orchidEpiphytic herbLeaf, stem.The plant is used to treat diabetes, fever, heavy menstruation, vertiginious, bodyache, carve- depression, eye inflammation, blear, abdominal pain, heavy menstruation, leucorrhoea and hypertension.
Parkinsonia aculeata L.CaesalpiniaceaeBelatibablaShrub or small treeLeaf, flower, frit.Leaf, fruit and stem decoctions are taken orally and applied externally to treat fever, atony and malaria. Flower and leaf extractions in alcohol are applied as a poultice to treat rheumatism.
Parthenium hysterophorus L.AsteraceaeParthenumHerbLeafLeaves are used in many medicinal treatments of skin inflammation, rheumatic pain, diarrhoea, urinary tract infections, dysentery, malaria and neuralgia.
Passiflora foetida L.PassifloraceaeJumkolataClimberLeaf, whole plant. Freshed young leaves are mashed and then rubbed on to the wound of a snake bite. A decoction of the dried plant is drunk to treat colds and chest coughs.
Pavetta indica L.RubiaceaeKukurchuraShrubLeaf, rootThe root is used to treat visceral obstructions, intestinal disorders, dysentery, jaundice, headache, toothache, urinary diseases and dropsy. 
Pavetta polyantha (Hook.f.) Wall. ex Bremek.RubiaceaePolynakliShrub A cooled decoction of the leaves is applied as a wash to ulcers of the nose and topically to treat haemorrhoidal pains.
Peganum harmala L.ZygophyllaceaeHarmalHerbFruit, seed. Fruit and seeds are taken internally in the treatment of stomach complaints, urinary and sexual disorders, epilepsy, menstrual problems, mental and nervous illnesses.
Peliosanthes teta AndrewsLiliaceaeNapigachHerbLeafLeaf juice is orally taken for remedy of physical weakness, and anemia.The fresh juice extracted from the plant is taken twice a day (two tea spoons amount each time) for two weeks to treat hyper acidity.A paste made with root tuber and applied externally once a day for 2 days to treat snake bites.
Peltophorum pterocarpum (DC.) K.HeyneCaesalpiniaceaeHolud krishnachuraTreeLeaf, barkBark is used as an astringent to cure or relieve intestinal disorders after pain at childbirth, sprains, bruises and swelling or as a lotion for eye troubles, muscular pains and sores. Leaf decoction is used to treat skin disorders. 
Pentapetes phoenicea L.SterculiaceaeSurjomoniHerbWhole plantHerb is used to treat dysmenorrhoea, hysteria, menopause.
Peperomia pellucida (L.) KunthPiperaceaeLuchipataHerbLeaf, stem.Leaves and stems fo the plant are used in the treatment of bronchitis and asthma; gout and arthritis; headache; rheumatic pain; impotence, abdominal pain, kidney problems.
Pereskia bleo (Kunth) DC.CactaceaeGolap cactus phulShrubLeafCottonseed-sized pills are made with the leaves of the plant are taken thrice a day (one pill each time) for two days to treat stomachache. A paste is made with the leaves of the plant is applied externally to treat inflammatory diseases such as dermatitis and rheumatism.
Pericampylus glaucus (Lam.) Merr. MenispermaceaeBarakkantaClimberLeaf, stem, root.The pounded leaves are applied topically to soothe headache. The stem juice is used as eye-drops for treating conjunctivitis. The fluid extract of the roots is injected at the location of a snakebite, neutralizing the poison by precipitating and changing it into an inert substance.
Perilla frutescens (L.) Britt. LamiaceaeParayllaHerbLeaf, seed.The plant has been used as an important traditional herbal medicine for treating various disease including depression, anxiety, tumor, cough, antioxidant, allergy, intoxication, and some intestinal disorders.
Peristylus constrictus (Lindl.) Lindl.OrchidaceaeBhuinora orchidHerbWhole plant.Pills made from the whole plant are used as a contraceptive.
Persicaria barbata (L.) Hara PolygonaceaeBekhunjubazHerbLeaf, root.A paste of the root is used externally in the treatment of scabies.  Decoction of the shoots is used to wash ulcers.
Persicaria chinensis (L.) H.GrossPolygonaceaeChinese bishkataliHerbLeafLeaf paste is used to treat headache.
Persicaria glabra (Willd.) Gomez de la Maza PolygonaceaeBihagniHerbLeafThe juice of the herb is used as a remedy for fever. Infusion of leaves is used to relieve colic pain.
Persicaria hydropiper L.PolygonaceaeBiskataliHerbLeafThe leaves are anti-inflammatory, astringent, carminative, diaphoretic, diuretic, emmenagogue, stimulant, stomachic, styptic.
Persicaria lapathifolia (Schrank.) E.P.Bicknell PolygonaceaeLomosh-bishkataliHerbLeafAn infusion has been used in the treatment of stomach complaints and fevers.
Persicaria orientalis (L.) SpachPolygonaceaeBara panimarichHerbLeaf, stem.Paste prepared from leaves and stems of the plant is applied on the boils once a day for one day to treat it.
Persicaria strigosa (R.Br.) Nakai PolygonaceaeKanta-biskataliHerbLeafLeaves are used in the treatment of asthma, dysurea, flatulence, insanity, paralysis, rheumatism.
Persicaria viscosa (Buch.-Ham. ex D.Don) Nakai PolygonaceaeAthalo bishkataliHerbLeafLeaf paste is applied to treat rheumatism.
Petunia hybrida Hort. ex Vilm.SolanaceaePetuniaHerbLeafLeaves of the plant are used to treat microbial disease like malaria, diarrhoea, dysentery and worm infection.
Phaseolus vulgaris L.FabaceaeBaklaHerbSeedThe seed is used in the treatment of cancer of the blood. Seeds are used to treat cough.
Phaulopsis imbricata (Forssk.) SweetAcanthaceaeKantasiHerbLeafA paste is made with the leaves of the plant is applied on the boils once a day for seven days to treat carbuncle. Powder made from the dried leaves of the plant is applied on the infected skin twice a day for seven day to treat scabies.
Phlogacanthus thyrsiformis (Roxb. ex Hardw.) Mabb.AcanthaceaeRambasakShrubLeaf, root.A paste made with the young shoots of the plant is applied to the affected area for the treatment of boils. Curry prepared from aerial portion is taken with rice once a day until cure the fever. Root is used for easy deliver of child birth.Decoction prepared from the leaves of the plant is taken for high blood pressure control. 
Phoenix paludosa Roxb.ArecaceaeHindalTreeLeaf sThe leaves of the plant are used for the treatment of pain and diarrhoea.
Phoenix sylvestris (L.) Roxb.ArecaceaeKhajurTreeFruit, root.The fruit is good in heart complaints, abdominal complaints, fevers, vomiting and loss of consciousness. The roots are used to stop toothache.
Phragmites karka (Retz.) Trin. ex Steud. PoaceaeKhakra ghasHerbRootRoot is useful in biliousness, urinary troubles, vaginal and uterine complaints, erysipelas, and heart diseases.
Phrynium imbricatum Roxb.MarantaceaePitulipataHerbRootRoot paste is applied to treat rheumatism.
Phyla nodiflora (L.) GreeneVerbenaceaeVuiokraHerbRoot, whole plant.The juice of the root is used in the treatment of gastric troubles. The plant is said to be useful in the treatment of blenorrhoea, lithiasis, ischuria, constipation and pain in the knees.
Phyllanthus acidus (L.) SkeelsEuphorbiaceaeArboriTreeLeaf, bark, root.The bark is heated with coconut oil and spread on eruptions on feet and hands. Roots are used to be boiled and the vapour inhaled to relieve cough and headache. A leaf decoction is applied to urticaria.
Phyllanthus amarus Schumach. & Thonn.EuphorbiaceaeAmralokiHerbLeaf, whole plant.A decoction of the whole plant is taken as a remedy for blennorrhoea, oliguria and venereal diseases. An infusion of the leaves is used as a treatment for haemorrhoids.
Phyllanthus emblica L.EuphorbiaceaeAmlokiTreeFruit  The juice of the fruit is given in order to strengthen the pancreas of diabetics, as well as in the treatment of eye problems, joint pain, diarrhoea and dysentery.
Phyllanthus maderaspatensis L. EuphorbiaceaeMadrasiamlaHerbLeaf, root.A root decoction is taken to cure constipation, diarrhoea, lack of appetite, intestinal pain, menstrual problems, gastrointestinal disorders, testicular swelling, chest complaints and snakebites. Ground leaves are rubbed on the skin with lemon juice as treatment for rheumatism.
Phyllanthus niruri L.EuphorbiaceaeVuiamlaHerbLeaf, root.The leaves and roots of the plant are used for the treatment of asthma, bronchitis, leprosy, and anaemia.
Phyllanthus reticulatus Poir.EuphorbiaceaeChitkiShrub Leaf, root. A root decoction is used in the treatment of hookworm, to increase fertility, to treat headache, for dysmenorrhoea, for hard abscesses. The powdered leaf is used externally for topical application to sores, including venereal sores, burns, suppurations and skin-chafes.
Phyllanthus urinaria L.EuphorbiaceaeKalochitkiHerbLeafA paste of fresh crushed leaves and kaolin in water is drunk and applied to the body to treat convulsions, colic, constipation and urethral discharges. A plant decoction is drunk and plant ash in water is applied as ear drops to treat earache.
Phyllanthus virgatus G.Forst.EuphorbiaceaeChhitkiHerbLeaf, flower, fruit.The fresh leaves, flowers and fruits, combined with cumin seeds and sugar, are made into an electuary which is used in the treatment of gonorrhea.
Phyllodium pulchellum (L.) Desv.FabaceaeJata salpaniShrubLeaf.The leaves are applied externally to treat pockmarks and ulcers.
Physalis minima L.SolanaceaePhutkaHerbFruitFruit is used to treat dropsy, urinary tract disorders, gout, and gonorrhea.
Picrasma javanica Blume   SimaroubaceaeNilghantaTreeBarkBark is used to treat fever.
Pilea microphylla (L.) Liebm.UrticaceaeLatamarichaHerbLeaf, whole plant.An infusion of the entire plant is used as a diuretic. The crushed leaves are applied commonly to sores and bruises to heal them.
Pinanga gracilis BlumeArecaceaeRamshupariPalmLeafPaste prepared from the leaves of the plant is applied to treat headache.
Pinus roxburghii SargPinaceaeRoxi pineTreeBarkPaste prepared from the bark of the plant is used to treat abscess. The plant is used for the treatment of cough, fainting and ulcer.
Piper betle L.PiperaceaePanClimberLeafThe leaves are said to be anthelmintic, antibacterial, antifungal, antiseptic, aphrodisiac, astringent, carminative, expectorant, laxative, sialagogue, stimulant, stomachic and tonic.  Leaf preparations and the leaf sap are applied to wounds, ulcers, boils and bruises. Heated leaves are applied as a poultice on the chest against cough and asthma, on the breasts to stop milk secretion, and on the abdomen to relieve constipation.
Piper longum L.PiperaceaePepulClimberFruitFruit is taken internally in the treatment of stomach chills, vomiting, acid regurgitation, headache and rhinitis.  Externally, the fruit is used to treat toothache.
Piper nigrum L.PiperaceaeGolmorichClimberSeedSeed is used as a warming herb to treat stomach chills, food poisoning, cholera, dysentery, diarrhoea and vomiting caused by cold. It is used externally in Ayurvedic medicine to treat nasal congestion, sinusitis, epilepsy and skin inflammations.
Piper retrofractum Vahl PiperaceaeChoitroClimberLeaf, root.A handful of leaves are salted and oiled, then heated over the embers of a fire and stroked over the entire body, from head to foot, for treating postpartum fevers and chills. The root is chewed (and the saliva swallowed), or a decoction of the root is drunk as a treatment for colic, dyspepsia and gastralgia.
Piper sylvaticum Roxb. PiperaceaePaharipipulClimberWhole plant.The plant is used to treat chronic bronchitis, asthma, constipation, gonorrhea, paralysis of the tongue, diarrhea, cholera, chronic malaria, viral hepatitis, respiratory infections, stomachache, bronchitis, diseases of the spleen, cough, and tumors.
Pistia stratiotes L.AraceaeTopapanaAquatic herbLeafThe leaves are used in the treatment of gonorrhoea, probably because they act as a diuretic. The leaves are used externally to treat skin diseases, such as boils, piles and syphilitic sores.
Pisum sativum L.FabaceaeMatorHerbSeedThe dried and powdered seed has been used as a poultice on the skin where it has an appreciable affect on many types of skin complaint including acne and wrinkled skin.
Pithecellobium dulce (Roxb.) Benth.MimosaceaeKhoibablaTreeBark, fruit.The bark of the root is a good remedy for diarrhoea and dysentery. The fruit pulp is taken orally to stop blood flow in case of haemoptysis.
Platycladus orientalis (L.) FrancoCupressaceaeThuja jhauTreeLeaf, stem, bark, root.The stems are used in the treatment of coughs, colds, dysentery, rheumatism and parasitic skin diseases. The root bark is used in the treatment of burns and scalds. Leaves are used in treatment of coughs, haemorrhages, excessive menstruation, bronchitis, asthma, skin infections, mumps, bacterial dysentery, arthritic pain and premature baldness.
Plectranthus amboinicus (Lour.) Spreng.   LamiaceaePatharchurHerbLeafThe leaves are taken internally in the treatment of a range of digestive problems such as dyspepsia, indigestion, diarrhea. The leaves are also used to treat a wide range of other complaints including epilepsy, convulsions, meningitis, congestive heart failure, fevers, colds, bronchitis, asthma, cholera, menstrual pains.
Plectranthus scutellarioides (L.) R.Br.LamiaceaePathor-churHerbLeafThe fresh leaves are applied as a poultice to bruises and contusions, and also to treat headache. The young leaves are baked and squeezed whilst hot onto fresh cuts and sores.
Pluchea indica (L.) Less.AsteraceaeKokrontaShrubLeaf, root.A decoction of the roots or leaves is recommended for treating fever, headache, rheumatism, sprains, dysentery and dyspepsia. The juice from the crushed leaves, mixed with the juice of other plants, is used as a remedy for dysentery.
Plumbago indica L.PlumbaginaceaeRaktachitaShrubRootA poultice of the roots is used as a remedy for leprosy, rheumatism, paralysis, tumours, headaches toothache, haemorrhoids and swollen glands.
Plumbago zeylanica L.PlumbaginaceaeChitraHerbLeaf, root.The crushed leaves are applied as a poultice to treat a range of skin problems, especially leprosy, scabies, ringworm, dermatitis, acne, sores, ulcers of the leg, haemorrhoids and hookworm; as well as rheumatism and headache. The tap roots, bark, and leaves, combined with salt and papaya fruit (Carica papaya) are used as a treatment for swellings.
Plumeria alba L.ApocynaceaeGulachinTreeStem, root, seed.The root bark is depurative and purgative, causing thirst. It is used in the treatment of blennorrhagia, herpes and syphilis. The latex from the stem is caustic. It is used for treating ulcers, dartre (skin diseases) and scabies. The seeds are used in the treatment of dysentery.
Plumeria rubra L.ApocynaceaeGolokchapaTreeLeaf, bark.The juice of the bark is considered an effective treatment for gonorrhoea and venereal sores. A poultice of the leaves is used to treat muscular swellings.
Podocarpus neriifolius D.DonPodocarpaceaeBash pataTreeLeafA decoction of the leaves has been used as a treatment for rheumatism and arthritis. The juice from the leaves is prepared as a remedy against maggot infested sores.
Pogostemon auricularius (L.) Hassk.LamiaceaeAripachuliHerbLeafLeaves are used in the treatment of stomach and skin diseases, to treat coughs and asthma.
Pogostemon benghalensis (Burm.f.) KuntzeLamiaceaePacholiHerbLeaf, root.Fresh bruished leaves are used as a cataplasm for cleaning wounds and to heal, juice is used in colic and fever. The root is given in uterine haemorrhage.
Pogostemon stellatus (Lour.) KuntzeLamiaceaeTilapachuliHerbLeafLeaves of the plant are used for fever. Paste prepared from the leaves of the plant is applied to releive pain.
Poikilospermum suaveolens (Blume) Merr.UrticaceaeDolia satClimberLeaf, stem, root.Poultice of roots is used to treat itching and fever. The latex or sap of stem is used for relief or treatment of sore eyes.  Paste prepared from the leaves and stems of the plant is applied to treat wound. The plant is used for diseases of the eyetreatment.
Polianthes tuberosa L.AgavaceaeRojonigondhaHerbFlower, root.Juice extracted from the flowers of the plant is taken for the treatment of urination problem. Roots of the plant are used to treat burns, infections, and swellings.
Polyalthia longifolia (Sonn.) ThwaitesAnnonaceaeDebdaruTreeSeed, bark.Paste prepared from seed is applied to affected area for the treatment of skin disease. Bark is used as a febrifuge in the treatment of fever.
Polyalthia suberosa (Roxb.) ThwaitesAnnonaceaeShubodaruShrub or small treeLeaf, bark.Paste prepared from the leaves of the plant is applied externally to treat scorpion stings. The bark of the plant is used for the treatment of fever, high blood pressure, and respiratory problem.
Polycarpon prostratum (Forssk.) Asch. & Schweinf.   CaryophyllaceaeGimashakHerbLeafPlant is used to treat worm complaints, anaemia.
Polygonum effusum Meissn.PolygonaceaeRaniphulHerbWhole plantThe plant paste is applied to treat heachache.
Polygonum plebeium R.Br. PolygonaceaeAnjabanHerbSeedThe crushed seeds are cooked and eaten as a remedy fort bowel complaints.
Polyscias balfouriana (André) L.H.BaileyAraliaceaeBalbusayapataShrubLeafLeaf paste is applied to treat boils.
Polyscias guilfoylei (W.Bull) L.H.BaileyAraliaceaeGulisayapataShrubLeafA paste is made with the leaves of the plant is applied externally to treat inflammation and swelling.
 Pongamia pinnata (L.) Pierre Fabaceae KaranijaTreeLeaf, bark, seed.The leaves are crushed and applied as a poultice for the treatment of parasitic skin diseases and to relieve bleeding haemorrhoids. The fresh stem bark is astringent and is taken internally to relieve bleeding haemorrhoid. The powdered seed is given as an expectorant in the treatment of bronchitis and whooping cough, and is also prescribed as a febrifuge and tonic.
Portulaca grandiflora Hook.PortulacaceaeNoitarphulHerbLeaf, stem. The fresh juice of the leaves and stems is applied externally as a lotion to snake and insect bites, burns, scalds and eczema.
Portulaca oleracea L. PortulacaceaeNune shakHerbLeaf A tea made from the leaves is used in the treatment of stomach aches and headache. The leaf juice is applied to earaches, it is also said to alleviate caterpillar stings.
Potamogeton nodosus Poir.PotamogetonaceaeLombu zhanchiHerbWhole plant.The plant has been reported to be active against cancer, tuberculosis, acne, common cough and cold, wounds and abdominal discomfort.
Pothos chinensis (Raf.) Merr.AraceaeChinalataClimberLeaf, whole plant.The whole plant is used medicinally to treat rheumatic arthralgia, traumatic injuries, fractures, coughs, and infantile malnutrition caused by intestinal parasites. Used fresh and applied topically on insect and animal bites.
Pothos scandens L. AraceaeBatilataClimberLeaf, root.The bruised root of the plant is applied to promote healing of abscesses, after being fried in oil. Infusion of the leaves of this plant as a bath for curing convulsions and epilepsy.
Pouteria campechiana (Kunth) BaehniSapotaceaeJaman folTreeBark, seed.A decoction of the astringent bark is taken as a febrifuge and is applied on skin eruptions. A preparation of the seeds has been employed as a remedy for ulcers.
Pouzolzia hirta (Blume ) Hassk.UrticaceaeHirazolziHerbLeafThe crushed leaves are applied as a poultice on ulcers.
Pouzolzia sanguinea (Blume) Merr.UrticaceaeSanguzolziShrubRoot.A paste made from the roots is applied to boils.
Pouzolzia zeylanica (L.) Benn.UrticaceaeCylonizolziHerbLeafLeaves are used to treat syphilis and gonorrhea. Leaf juice is used as galactagogue. Poultice of the herb is applied to sores, boils and to relieve stomachache.
Premna esculenta Roxb.VerbenaceaeLabongShrubLeafPaste prepared from the leaves of the plant is applied on biting place twice a day for three days to treat snake bite.
Pronephrium triphyllum (Sw.) HolttumThelypteridaceaeTripatrakpron fernHerbLeafLeaf paste is applied to treat swelling.
Protium serratum (Wall. ex Colebr.) Engl.BurseraceaeGutgutyaTreeFruitThe fruits are used in the treatment of mouth ulcers.
Pseudelephantopus spicatus (B.Juss. ex Aubl.) Rohr ex C.F.BakerAsteraceaeKukurgihbaHerbLeafLeaves are applied topically as a specific treatment for eczema.
Psidium guajava L.MyrtaceaePeyaraTreeLeaf, fruit.The clear fruit juice has been recommended as a treatment for hepatitis, gonorrhoea, and diarrhea. The leaves are used as a treatment for diarrhoea, coughs, stomach ache and dysentery.
Psilanthus bengalensis (Roxb. ex Schult.) J.-F.Leroy RubiaceaeBonnya kofeeShrubLeafA paste is made with the leaves of the plant is applied on the dog bites to treat it. Paste prepared from the leaves of the plant is applied on the affected parts of the body for the treatment of boils and rheumatism.
Pteris vittata L.PteridaceaeVitaterisHerbFrondPaste prepared from the fronds of the fern is applied on the affected parts of the body for wound healing. The paste is mixed with pepper and taken orally to get relief from cold, cough and fever.
Pterocarpus indicus Willd.FabaceaeDeshi chandanTreeLeaf, bark.An infusion of the young leaves is used in the treatment of constipation, stomach pains, fevers, asthma and mouth ulcers. The fresh leaves are chewed with betel nut in order to ease coughs. An infusion of the dried bark is used in the treatment of pneumonia.
Pterocarpus santalinus L.f.FabaceaeLal chandanTreeWood.The wood paste is applied externally as a cooling application to boils, inflammatory diseases of the skin, swollen limbs, ophthalmia, sore eyes and headache.
Pterospermum acerifolium (L.) Willd. SterculiaceaeKanokchapaTreeLeaf, flower, bark.A good tonic is prepared from the flowers which is also a cure for inflammation, ulcers, tumours, blood troubles and leprosy. The bark and leaves are used in small pox.
Pterospermum semisagittatum Buch.-Ham. ex Roxb.SterculiaceaeBara asarTreeLeafLeaf paste is applied to treat inflammation.
Pterygota alata (Roxb.) R.Br. SterculiaceaeNarikelibadamTreeSeedThe seed is used as a substitute for opium.
Pueraria tuberosa (Willd.) DC.  FabaceaeBotrajineemClimberTuberous rootsIt is mainly used as reproductive tonic that promotes sexual desire, treats nocturnal emission in males, and for females, treats menstrual disorders, menopause syndrome, and uterus weakness. It is aphrodisiac, and improves sperms in males. In some parts of country it is used as female contraceptive, and to cause abortion.
Punica granatum L.PunicaceaeDalimTreeFlower, fruit.The flowers are used in the treatment of dysentery, stomach ache and cough. The juice of the fruit is used to treat jaundice and diarrhea.
Pyrrosia piloselloides (L.) PricePolypodiaceaeSilarossiEpiphytic herbWhole plant.The platn is used to treat cough and dysentery.

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