Which medicinal plants are found in Karnataka?
Results and Discussion
Serial Number | Botanical Name | Habit |
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6. | Carissa carandus | Shrub |
7. | Catharanthus roseus | Herb |
8. | Nerium oleander | Shrub |
9. | Coconut nucifera | Tree |
Which one of these is a medicinal plant?
So, the correct answer is ‘Aconitum’
What is Kokilaksha?
Kokilaksha. Kokilaksha is considered as a Rasayanic herb (rejuvenating agent). In Ayurveda, it is described as Ikshura, Ikshugandha, Culli and Kokilasha, which means “having eyes like the Indian Cuckoo”. All parts of this plant are used (leaves, seeds, root) for medicinal purposes and have a slightly bitter taste.
What is the scientific name of gotu kola?
Centella asiaticaCentella asiatica / Scientific name
What is the English of Kulekhara?
swamp weed
In English Khulekhara is called swamp weed, in Hindi Talimakhana it is called a flowering plant with medicinal qualities. Botanically, it is named as Hygrophila T spinose. In Ayurveda it is stated that the plant Kulekhara, which means eyes like, is derived from Kokilasha.
Which is the national flower of Karnataka?
State/UT | Animal | Flower |
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Karnataka | Elephant | Lotus |
Kerala | Elephant | Kanikonna |
Madhya Pradesh | Swamp Deer | * |
Maharashtra | Giant Squirrel | Jarul |
What is the scientific name of aloe vera?
Aloe veraAloe vera / Scientific name
The botanical name of Aloe vera is Aloe barbadensis miller. It belongs to Asphodelaceae (Liliaceae) family, and is a shrubby or arborescent, perennial, xerophytic, succulent, pea- green color plant. It grows mainly in the dry regions of Africa, Asia, Europe and America.