Stem: Bark exudes a gum recommended for a pectoral.
Fruit: Very rich in vitamin C.
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Origin
Cultivated in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka
Action:
See Malpighia glabra.
1) Robertt, A., et al.. Medicinal Plants of the Guianas (Guyana, Suriname, French Guyana)/Smithsonian NMNH. cited online: 17-08-2017.
2) Khare, C.P./ Indian Medicinal Plants. -- Nueva Dheli: Springer, 2007 . - p 397.