Hiptage

The scientific name o fHiptage: Hiptage benghalensis
Name of Hiptage in different languages:-
English: Helicopter Flower
Hindi: Madhavi lata-माधवी लता
Malayalam: Njarambodal- ഞരമ്പോടൽ, Madavi-മാധവി
Tamil: Vasantakaala malligai-வசந்தகால மல்லிகை
Plant description-Hiptage:
It is a perennial, evergreen vine, or woody climbing shrub, Leaves are narrow and drooping, arranged oppositely, lance-shaped, tapered apex.The flowers are clusters of white to yellow, and strong pleasant fragrant,fluffy-toothed edges, fruits are three-winged, helicopter- fan like fruits.
Useful plant parts: bark, leaves and flowers
Medicinal uses: To treat wounds, ulcers, burning sensation, cough, and asthma.
Chemical Contents:
Medicinal properties: expectorant, aromatic, anti-inflammatory acrid, astringent, vulnerary, cardiotonic, bitter, and insecticidal
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