March 23rd, 2007 | admin

Abrus Precatorius, also known as rosary pea and kunnikkuri (kunnichedi in Malayalam) is widely used for its general healing and strengthening properties.

This plant is identifiable with its peculiar red color with a black spot on a side. Children play with the seeds, without knowing it is poisonous. The outer cover of the shell is hard and children generally donÂ’t bite the seeds. Powdered seeds also is believed to prevent conception in women.

Leaves are the main usable part. The leaves form a part of special food preparations for nursing women.

It is also a mild laxative and purgative. It has sedative properties too