Saccharum

Chu

Common Name English :SugarcaneHindi :GannaManipuri :Chu Scientific Name Group :Angiosperm (Monocotyledon)Family :PoaceaeGenus :Saccharum Species :officinarum  Linn.Habit :Tall erect succulent undershrubParts Used :StemMode of Preparation :Fresh stem crushed for juice. Fresh root is simmered with water for decoction. Stem is eaten raw or prepared gur (both liquid & solidified forms) which are used in making various …

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Mom

Common Name English :ThatchHindi :KansManipuri :Mom Scientific Name Group :Angiosperm (Monocotyledon)Family :PoaceaeGenus :Saccharum Species :spontaneum  Linn.Habit :Tall erect grassParts Used :Whole plantMode of Preparation :Fresh leaves crushed with water for extract.Mode of use :FreshIngredients :Alcoholic extract of rhizomes and roots showed significant diuretic activity at a dose 500 mg/kg in rates.Ailment Treated:Leaf extract is laxative, …

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