Peristrophe paniculata is a profusely branching herb of 75 cm. Braches are 4 angled. Leaves are ovate-lanceolate. Flowers are purple and profusely branched. The specific name Paniculata refers to branched infloroscence.
English Name
NOT AVAILABLE
Local Name
Kaknadi, Atrilal and Kakajangha
Family
Acanthaceae
Flowering time
July to October
Habitat
Common in cleared areas and way sides, waste places.
Uses
In Ayurveda roots are used for the treatment of leucorrhoea, wounds and snake bites.
Location in the Valley of flowers
It is found at Govindghat and on the trek from Govindghat to Ghangaria.
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