Ukshi
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Scientific name
Calycopteris floribunda
English Name
Ukshi
Malayalam name
പുല്ലാനി
Common name
Paper flower Climber
Description
- Habit : Shrub
- Habitat : Moist and dry deciduous forests, scrub jungles, also in the plains
- Leaves : Rust colored and hairy ,ovoid
- Flowers : dense clusters
Uses
Laxative,Skin diseases,ulcers
Parts used
Whole Plant
How to use
- Leaf paste for external application in wounds.
- Leaf juice is anthelminthic
Propagation & Cultivation
Ukshi prefers high humidity and regular watering, with hydration about every three weeks, and is typically grown outdoors as an evergreen plant. It requires consistently moist, well-drained soil to maintain healthy growth and foliage. Propagation is done using healthy semi-hardwood cuttings with at least one node, planted in well-drained soil under humid conditions. Using rooting hormone and avoiding excess moisture helps ensure successful root development.
