Elephant's Pudding
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Scientific name
Cissus rotundifolia
English Name
Elephant's Pudding
Malayalam name
കരൾവേഗം
Common name
Peruvian Grape Ivy
Description
- Habit : Shrub
- Habitat : seasonally dry tropical biome.
- Leaves : Simple, alternate, fleshy, waxy, toothed, deep green leaves, 6–8 cm wide, slightly heart-shaped at the base.
- Flowers : whitish or greenish small flowers
- Stems : green
How to use
- Anti-Inflammatory Properties : The plant has been used in some cultures for its anti-inflammatory effects, which may help alleviate minor skin irritations and reduce swelling.
- Wound Healing : The plant has been traditionally applied to minor wounds and cuts due to its purported healing properties.
Uses
Treat burns, skin diseases, liver and gastrointestinal disorders.
Parts used
Leaves
Conservation
Propagation & Cultivation
It can be propagated through stem cuttings. Take a cutting with at least two nodes, remove the lower leaves, and place it in water or moist soil. Keep the cutting in a warm, humid environment until roots develop.Prune the plant to maintain its shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead or yellowing leaves and trim back any overly long stems. Pruning can be done throughout the year as needed.
