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Indian Nettle (Kuppaimeni / Harita Manjari)
Acalypha indica
କୁପି (Kupi) / ଇନ୍ଦ୍ରମାରୀकुप्पी (Kuppi) / खोखली (Khokhali)Harita Manjari
- Family
- Euphorbiaceae
- Origin
- Tropical Africa & Asia
- Plant Type
- Herb
- Habitat
- Outdoor
About the Plant
Erect annual herb with catkin-like spikes; alternate ovate rhombic serrated leaves, and elongate axillary spikes with cup-shaped leafy bracts enclosing pistillate flowers.
Traditional Uses
Scabies, ringworm, bronchitis, constipation, and rheumatoid inflammation
Parts Used
Leaves, whole plant, roots
Ayurvedic Properties
- Rasa: Tikta, Katu
- Guna: Laghu, Teekshna
- Virya: Ushna
- Vipaka: Katu
Health Benefits
- Expels intestinal parasites, clears skin ringworm, and relieves cough and bronchitis
Precautions
Cats are extraordinarily attracted to this plant (feline attractant) similarly to catnip
Interesting Facts
Rural physicians crush the fresh leaves with turmeric to instantly cure ringworm and scabies