Oldenlandia herbacea (L.) Roxb.

 

Family – Rubiaceae

Synonym – Hedyotis herbacea L. 

Vernacular names – Monganampullu; Nonganampullu; Onathumba

Habit – Herb

Habitat – Grasslands and moist deciduous forests, also in the plains

Distribution – Tropical Africa and Asia

Flowering and Fruiting – July-December

Key Identification Features – This plant is a much-branched, erect herb with simple, opposite leaves. The flowers are either solitary or paired, and the capsule contains tiny, trigonous seeds.

Uses – It treats conditions like fever, asthma, and ulcers.