Scientific Name: Cardiospermum halicacabum L.
Family: Sapindaceae
Synonym: Corindum halicacabum (L.) Medik.
Vernacular name: Jyotishmati, Karavi, Karuthakunni, Katabhi, Paluruvam, Ulincha, Uzhinja,
Habit: Climber
Habitat: Moist deciduous forests, also in scrub jungles Distribution: Tropical & Subtropical regions
Flowering
and Fruiting: June-November
Key identification features: Climbing or trailing herb; leaves alternate, bi-ternate with ovate-lanceolate leaflets. Inflorescence axillary, with 3-7 flowers on tendril-bearing peduncles. Flowers polygamous, with 4 unequal white petals and basal scales. Stamens 8, with unequal filaments. Capsule papery, inflated, 3-lobed.
Tribal Consumers: Kurichiyan, Kuruma
Uses: The extracts from Cardiospermum halicacabum are believed to help with respiratory issues, making it a popular choice in herbal remedies.
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