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Ixora coccinea - Bandhujivaka

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Jungle geranium, Rugmini, Ixora coccinea

Ixora coccinea(also known as jungle geranium, flame of the woods or jungle flame) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a common flowering shrub native to Southern India and Sri Lanka. It has become one of the most popular flowering shrubs in South Florida gardens and landscapes.

Uses

  • The leaves and bark are used as a remedy for diarrhoea.[1]
  • The leaves are used externally to treat sores, ulcers etc.
  • The roots are said to be analgesic, antiseptic, astringent, diuretic, sedative and stomachic. They are reported to stimulate *astric secretions and bile, and to provide relief in abdominal pains. They are used in the treatment of hiccups, fever, onorrhoea, loss of appetite, nausea, diarrhoea and dysentery.
  • The roots are applied externally to treat sores and chronic ulcers, and also to treat headache. A decoction or infusion of the roots is administered to clear the urine. In Thailand, the roots or flowers are used as anti-inflammatory and antidiarrhoeal drugs, astringent, tranquilizer and appetite stimulant.
  • An infusion of the flowers and bark is used in the treatment of blood-shot eyes.
  • A decoction of the flowers or the bark is employed as a lotion against eye troubles, sores and ulcers.
  • The plant is occasionally used to treat fevers.

Common name

  • English - jungle geranium
  • Kannada - ಗುಡ್ಡೆ ದೋಸಾ
  • Hindi - रजन

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Ixora coccinea