Family: Lamiaceae
Synonym: Anisomeles ovata W.T.Aiton, Ajuga disticha (L.) Roxb
Vernacular name: Chedayan, Karithumba
Habit: Undershrub
Habitat: Mixed deciduous forests and
wastelands
Distribution: Indo-Malesia and China
Flowering and Fruiting: October-April
Key identification features: It is a woody herb with stems that are
4-angled. The leaves are broadly ovate to obovate. Flowers occur in axillary
sessile clusters or terminal interrupted spikes. The pale pink corolla is
2-lipped. Stamens are 4 in number are didynamous and exserted. Nutlets are
lenticular and reddish-brown.
Uses: The leaves sometimes used as a
culinary herb or flavoring agent in cooking. They may be added to dishes for
their aromatic qualities and subtle flavor.
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