Scientific Name:
Emilia sonchifolia (L.) DC.
Family: Asteraceae
Synonym: Cacalia sonchifolia L.
Vernacular name: Elichevianveru, Mulshevi, Muyalchevian
Habit: Herb
Habitat: Dry and moist deciduous forests, also in the plains
Flowering & Fruiting: July-December
Distribution: Tropical and Subtropical Africa
and Asia
Key identification features: Erect or diffuse
herbs. Leaves radical and cauline.
Heads homogamous, not rayed, 1-3 on long slender
peduncles. Florets bisexual.
Corolla pink. Achenes
5-ribbed, hispid. Pappus white silky
Tribal Consumers: Adiya
Uses: Emilia sonchifolia is used in traditional medicine for
its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, often to treat skin ailments
and promote wound healing. Additionally, it is valued for its potential
benefits in digestive health and as a natural remedy for respiratory
conditions.
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