AROGYA PACHA (TRICHOPUS ZEYLANICUS)

Scientists from the University of Kerala have decoded the genetic make-up of Arogya pacha (Trichopus zeylanicus), a highly potent medicinal plant endemic to the Agasthya hills.

• This ‘miracle plant’ is known for its traditional use by the Kani tribal community to combat fatigue.
• The plant has many pharmacological properties such as anti-oxidant, aphrodisiac, anti-microbial, anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, anti-tumour, anti-ulcer, anti-hyperlipidemic, hepatoprotective and anti-diabetic.
• Detailed chemical and pharmacological investigations showed that the leaf of the plant contained flavonoid glycosides, glycolipids, and some other non-steroidal compounds.
• The more popular name of the plant, “Arogya pacha” (literally meaning “the green that gives strength“) was given to it by the scientists.

Source: The Hindu

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