Bryophyllum pinnatum is widely used in the ayurvedic system of medicine as astringent, analgesic, carminative, and also useful in diarrhoea and vomiting. It is naturalized throughout the hot and moist parts of India. The leaves of B. pinnatum have a variety of uses in the traditional system of medicine in India. It is also known as the air plant, cathedral bells, life plant, miracle leaf, and Goethe plant is a succulent plant native to Madagascar, which is a popular houseplant and has become naturalized in tropical and subtropical areas. In Bengali, it can be called ‘Pathar Kuchi’.
Medicinal Importance
- Bryophyllum pinnatum has a variety of uses in traditional medicine in India. They are eaten for diabetes, diuresis, dissolving kidney stones, respiratory tract infections, as well as applied to wounds, boils, and insect bites.
- It is useful for preventing alcoholic, viral and toxic liver damages. Also used in local application against headaches.
- The leaves of this plant are edible, but best eaten in early spring or winter when they have a fairly pleasant mild flavour. They can be cooked or put raw in salads as well.
Note – Please Consult your Health Expert before using it for medicinal purposes.
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