Serpentina Root

Scientific Name:Rauwolfia serpentina Benth

Introduction:

Rauvolfia serpentina, or Indian snakeroot is a species of flower in the family Apocynaceae. It is native to the Indian subcontinent and East Asia (from India to Indonesia). Common English names include devil pepper and snakeroot.

Scientific classification
Kingdom:	Plantae
Order:	Gentianales
Family:	Apocynaceae
Genus:	Rauvolfia
Species:	R. serpentina

Uses:

External uses:

• * Juice of leaves can be applied to the eyes as a remedy for corneal opacity.
• * in serpent bite application of root powder on site of bite.

• Internal use:
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• * In Anidra it works well when given along with ghee.
• * It is used in gastrointestinal maladies like anorexia, dyspepais, worm and abdominal pain
•  Side effects

• impotence or decreased sexual interest.
• lack of energy or weakness.
• mental depression or inability to concentrate.
• nervousness or anxiety.
• vivid dreams or nightmares or early-morning sleeplessness.

Conclusion:

At last i want to thank Amit sir for giving us this project.i have learned many things about this medicinal herb.

Submitted by:
Krija Maharjan