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[[File:Aerva lanata DSC 0047.jpg|thumb|right|''Aerva lanata'', ''Ashmahabhedah'']]
'''Ashmahabhedah''' or '''Aerva lanata''' is a common weed which grows wild everywhere in the plains of India. The root has a camphor-like aroma. <ref name="common"/> The dried flowers which look like soft spikes, are sold under the commercial names as Buikallan or Boor. It is one of the plants included in '''Dasapushpam''', the ten sacred flowers of '''''Kerala'''''.
== Uses ==
The plant is also used as a talisman against evil spirits, a good-luck talisman for hunters, and a talisman for the well-being of widows.
== References ==
<references>
<ref name="common">[https://npgsweb.ars-grin.gov/gringlobal/taxonomydetail.aspx?101478 Aerva lanata]</ref>
</references>
== External Links ==
*[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aerva_lanata Aerva Lanata-Wikipedia]
[[Category:Herbs]]
