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[[File:Boerhaavia diffusaAcaciafarnesiana1web.jpg|thumb|right|''PunarnavaVitkhadira'', ''Boerhavia diffusaAcacia farnesiana'']]
'''PunarnavaVitkhadira''' is a species shrub which usually grows to a height of flowering around 1 to 1.5 metres. Almost every part of the plant in the four o'clock family which is commonly known as punarnavacontains sharp thorns. It is taken in herbal medicine for pain relief and other a multipurpose tree with a wide range of uses. The leaves of punarnava are often used as a green vegetable in many parts food, medicine, perfume and source of Indiamaterials. This plant is belongs to Memosaceae family.
'''Uses:''' ObesityOral problems, DropsyDiarrhea, Blood pressureInflammation, Gastric disturbancesCough, AsthmaItching, Jaundice, Anascara, Anaemia, Internal inflammation, Indurated liverUrinary tract disorders.
'''Chemical Composition:''' Major components are sitosterol, Esters of sitosterol, Punarnavine, Boerhaavia acid, Boeravinone, Palmitic acid Ripe pods contain tannins and many other several polyphenolic compounds are present in this plant. Essential oil from pods.
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