Family: Euphorbiaceae
Synonym: Chamaesyce linearifolia Sojak, Euphorbia
linearifolia Roth,
Habit: Herb
Habitat: Lateritic rocky areas
Distribution: Southern
Western Ghats
Flowering and Fruiting: July-December
Key identification features: It is a herb that is either erect or
spreads on the ground and has a smooth surface. Its leaves are simple and
opposite with a linear-oblong shape. The cyathia, which are the structures
containing the flowers, are found at the ends of the stems or in the upper leaf
axils, either singly or in pairs. The fruit is nearly spherical.
Uses: Used to prepare remedies for conditions such as skin
ailments, wounds, gastrointestinal disorders, respiratory issues, and pain
relief.
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