''Clerodendrum phlomidis'' is a species of

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in the family

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. The plant has been used in

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, and some Ayurvedic sources refer to it by the synonym ''Clerodendrum multiflorum''. ''Clerodendrum phlomidis'' is a large shrub native to the Indian subcontinent and Myanmar. ''

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'' from the same family is found in Africa and India.

Description

''Clerodendrum phlomidis'' has leaves which are

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, opposite,

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, hairy from below and wavy. The flowers are in small rounded terminal

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and bloom from August to February. The flowers are white or pinkish and are very fragrant.

Usage

According to Indian ancient system of medicine

Ayurveda Ayurveda (; ) is an alternative medicine system with historical roots in the Indian subcontinent. It is heavily practised throughout India and Nepal, where as much as 80% of the population report using ayurveda. The theory and practice of ayur ...

, Dash Mool a very powerful combination of ten different roots to improve body vigor and maintain good health contains ''Clerodendrum phlomidis'' (Arni) Root.Anonymous.: The Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India Government of India. Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Dept. of ISM and Homeopathy, New Delhi Part 1, Vol. III, 1st Edn. (2001). The pulp obtained from the crushing of the leaves is applied externally on swelling.

References

{{Taxonbar, from=Q5131947 phlomidis Flora of the Indian subcontinent Flora of Myanmar Medicinal plants of Asia Plants described in 1782