Cyathula prostrata (L.) Blume
Traditional Knowledge
Useful plant parts :
Leaf and stem
Uses in traditional medicine :
- Decoction of the aerial parts is taken to increase urination
- Taken for cough and dysentery
- Topical application is used for scabies and articular rheumatism
Scientific Research
Chemical constituents:
Ecdysterone from whole plant
Bioactivity :
Alcohol extracts of whole plant: analgaesic, antipyretic, anticancer, anti-inflammatory; aqueous and ethanol extract of leaf, stem, bark and roots: antimicrobial
Clinical:
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