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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


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Aerva lanata (L.) Juss. ex Schult. Family : Amaranthaceae Common name : lopong arak Location : Kalahandi, Odisha India

Aerva lanata (L.) Juss. ex Schult.
Family : Amaranthaceae
Common name : lopong arak
Location : Kalahandi, Odisha India

Medicinal uses :
✔ It is used for cough,head ache, and also for throat infection. 
✔ Used against cholera, gonorrhoea 
✔ Used for diabetes regulating the blood sugar level. 
✔ Used for skin treatment & wounds.

Sweta Mishra 
Biodiversity and Conservation Lab.
Bhubaneswar, Odisha India

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