A treelet that grows to a height of 6m. Bole is crooked, smooth, and the bark is dark green. Stems are spiny. Leaves are simple, spiral, and
exstipulate. Crushed leaves have a strong citrus odor. Blade is dotted with oil cells, acute, sharp, or minutely blunt-tipped. Flowers are white and minute, with a 4-lobed calyx and stamens which are free. Secondary nerves are inconspicuous. Fruits are pale yellow.
Herb Effects
Spasmolytic (bark extract)
Chemistry
Pharmacology
Medicinal Use
Used to treat lung disorders, stomach upsets and rheumatism (leaves)
Reference
Christophe Wiart. Medicinal Plants of Asia and the Pacific, P:216, CRC Press, June 2006.
Rashid, B. A., Mustafa, M. R., Hashim, S., Zakaria, M. B. 1995. Muscle relaxant effects of Atalantia roxburghiana on intestinal smooth muscle. International Journal of Pharmacognosy 33(2): 159-163
Health Remedies 
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