Origin: Native to tropical Asia.

Pharmacological Activities: Antibacterial, Antifungal, Antihypertensive, Anti inflammatory, Antineoplastic, Antioxidant, Antiprotozoal, Depressant, Immunomodulatory, Vasorelaxant, Antiallergy, Insect repellent, Insecticidal and Wound healing.

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Origin:
Throughout the plains of India, cultivated in gardens.

Action:
Tuber—stimulant, carminative, expectorant, diuretic used for respiratory ailments like cough, bronchitis and asthma.

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Origin
Mizoram, Northeast India
Parts used
Rhizome
Ailments
Hair lotion

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3) Birla Kshetrimayum/ Medicinal Plants and Its Therapeutic Uses/ USA: OMICS Group eBooks, 2017. p. 28