Toothed-leaf limonia
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Scientific name
Naringi crenulata
English Name
Toothed-leaf limonia
Malayalam name
നമ്പൂതിരി നരകം
Common name
Elephant Nettle
Description
- Habit : Tree
- Habitat : Dry forests, Semi-evergreen and moist deciduous forests, also in the plains
- Leaves : compound,alternate,spiral
- Flowers : white,flower-stalk,ovate-round
- Berry : spherical
Uses
Uterine bleeding
Parts used
Leaves
How to use
- Boils : Bark decoction made into a paste and applied on boils.
- Rheumatism : Roots crushed with onion, garlic and calcium made into a paste applied for rheumatism.
Conservation
Propagation & Cultivation
This plant grows best in areas receiving full sunlight. It requires moderate watering, ensuring that excess water does not accumulate, as well-drained soil is essential for healthy root development. The plant has a moderate growth rate and benefits from regular but minimal maintenance. Propagation is commonly carried out through seeds, which should be sown in suitable, well-drained soil to achieve optimal growth.
