Arogya Pacha (Trichopus zeylanicus) Medicinal plant – Agasthya hills

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…

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