Poaceae

Tingthou napi

Medicinal Plant

Common Name English :Dhub grassHindi :Dub/ DurbaManipuri :Tingthou napi Scientific Name Group :Angiosperm (Monocotyledon)Family :PoaceaeGenus :Cynodon Species :dactylon  (Linn.) Pers.Habit :Spreading profuse grassParts Used :Whole plantMode of Preparation :Leafy plant shoot crushed for paste. Leafy shoot crushed and smashed for juice. This juice is mixed with honey for fresh consumption. Roots boiled for extract. Used …

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Yenthou

Medicinal Plant

Common Name English :Spanish cane/ Giant reedHindi :Bara nalManipuri :Yenthou Scientific Name Group :Angiosperm (Monocotyledon)Family :PoaceaeGenus :Arundo Species :donax  Linn.Habit :Tall shrubParts Used :Tender shoot and rhizomeMode of Preparation :Tender shoot boiled for extract. Rhizome crushed with water for decoction. Shoot crushed for juice. Stem peel is used for making various household items.Mode of use …

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