Commelinaceae

Wandeng khoibi

Common Name English :Hindi :KancharaManipuri :Wandeng khoibi Scientific Name Group :Angiosperm (Monocotyledon)Family :CommelinaceaeGenus :Commelina Species :benghalensis  Linn.Habit :Profuse straggling herbParts Used :Whole plantMode of Preparation :Leaves crushed with water for decoction. Plant crushed with water for extract. Occasionally cooked-eaten the tender shoot; used as a good fodder.Mode of use :Decoction, hot fomentation and FreshIngredients :Plant …

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Wangdeng khoibi macha

Common Name English :Hindi :Manipuri :Wangdeng khoibi macha Scientific Name Group :Angiosperm (Monocotyledon)Family :CommelinaceaeGenus :Cyanotis Species :cristata  D. Don.Habit :Small delicate herbParts Used :LeafMode of Preparation :Leaf crushed with water for paste.Mode of use :Fresh and local applicationIngredients :Plant contains about 8% albuminoides.Ailment Treated:Leaf extract is used in cough and applied on boils and burns …

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