Trapa natans Linn. Family - Trapaceae Common name - Pani singhara, water chestnut
Trapa natans Linn.
Family - Trapaceae
Common name - Pani singhara, water chestnut
Medicinal uses -
1. The kernels are used as diuretic, aphrodisiac, astringent, antidiarrhoeal, lumbago, sore throat, bronchitis, fatigues.
2. Stem is used in eye disorders in the form of juice.
3. Analgesic, anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic, anti-microbial & anti-oxidant.
4. It is also used as stabilize pregnancy, prevent abortion, diarrhea, dysentery, thyroid problem, skin infection.
Sugimani Marndi
Biodiversity and Conservation Lab.
Ambika Prasad Research Foundation
Cuttack, Odisha
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