Origin

The tropical and subtropical India and the Andamans. Cultivated in South India. (for berries).

Action:

Roots—a decoction is prescribed for vertigo.

Leaves— prescribed for vaginal discharges.

Various plant parts are ground with warm water and applied externally to lessen inflammation, burning sensation and pain.

Khare, C.P./ Indian Medicinal Plants. -- Nueva Dheli: Springer, 2007 . - p 612.