Desmodium gangeticum (L.) DC.
Family : Fabaceae
Common name : Salaparni (Odia)
Location : Kalahandi, Odisha India
Medicinal uses :
✔ Leaves decoction is used for gall bladder stones, kidney stones or bladder stones.
✔ Root decoction is used for treating kidney problems, chronic fever, swellings, coughs, dysentery and diarrhea.
✔ Apply the roots to gums for treating toothache.
✔ Use the decoction externally for cleaning wounds and ulcers.
Sweta Mishra
Biodiversity and Conservation Lab.
Bhubaneswar, Odisha India