Indian Spurge Tree
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Scientific name
Euphorbia nivulia
English Name
Indian Spurge Tree
Malayalam name
ഇലക്കളളി
Common name
Common milk hedge
Description
- Habit : Shrub
- Habitat : Rocky hills in moist and dry deciduous forests
- Leaves : Shrunk into spikes, fleshy in nature
- Flowers : When viewed as a whole,looks like a single flower
- Bark : Thick and rough
How to use
- Hemorrhoids : Turmeric powder is mixed with latex and applied externally
- Dental caries : Root of plant is chewed.
- Ulcers /Wounds : Wounds are cured by applying steamed leaves of Snuhi for 5-6 days.
Parts used
Root,leaf,stem and milky latex
Uses
Hemorrhoids,Dental caries,Ulcers/wounds
Propagation & Cultivation
It is propagated through stem cuttings. It prefers well-draining soil.It thrives in warm climates; ideal temperatures range from 20°C to 30°C.Requires full sunlight for optimal growth but can tolerate partial shade.
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