Aerva lanata (Mountain knotgrass) – Amaranthaceae, found in the wild, throughout India and used in traditional medicine

Aerva lanata (Mountain knotgrass) – Amaranthaceae, found in the wild, throughout India and used in traditional medicine. The root has a camphor-like aroma. The entire plant is helpful for many diseases and it is mainly used for a urinary disorder. 

- Surendra Parihar

Ex.Professor & Head

Deptt.of Seed Science & Technology,

Indian Agricultural Research Institute,

New Delhi-110012