Thazhuthama (Boerhavia Diffusa) -Flowers of Kerala

March 23rd, 2007 | admin

Thazhuthama (boerhavia diffusa), which is also known as punarnava (in Hindi, Sanskrit), is a small herb found in all parts of Kerala and India.

The herb reaches a maximum length of 10 inches and produces small purple flowers.

All parts of the plant are used in Ayurveda medicines. Thazhuthama roots are used in the treatment of asthma. It has diuretic and laxative properties too.

Boerrhavia diffusa belongs to the family Nyctaginaceae.