Phyllanthus amarus Schumach. & Thonn.
Phyllanthus amarus Schumach. & Thonn.
Family: Phyllanthaceae
Kingdom: Plantae
Phylum: Streptophyta
Class: Equisetopsida
Subclass: Magnoliidae
Order: Malpighiales
Family: Phyllanthaceae
Genus: Phyllanthus
Species: Phyllanthus amarus
Common Name:
English: Carry-me-seed
Malayalam: Keezharnelli
Hindi: Bhumi Amla
Description: An annual herb that can grow up to 75 cm tall. It has a stout, woody root, and stems that are often branched at the base. The leaves are oblong, with an obtuse to acute apex, and a rounded base. The flowers are small, greenish-white, and bloom throughout the year. The fruit is a dry capsule with six seeds.
Phenology: July to October.
Use: Treating stomach issues: Used to treat gastropathy, diarrhea, dysentery, and ulcers
Treating liver issues: Used to treat jaundice and hepatitis B
Treating kidney issues: Used to treat kidney disorders
Treating genital issues: Used to treat gonorrhea, menorrhagia, and other genital affections
Treating other issues: Used to treat scabies, intermittent fevers, ophthalmopathy, and wounds
Treating inflammation: Used to treat inflammatory diseases
Treating diabetes: Used to treat diabetes
Treating viral hepatitis: Used to treat viral
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