A robust, shrubby perennial. Leaves elliptic-lanceolate, tomentose or villose beneath; flowers white, in thyrsoid, tomentose panicles; nuts usually in baccate perianth.
Herb Effects
Alleviates spasms, stimulates the cardiovascular and central nervous systems and diuretic (aerial part); astringent (plant).
People with a tendency to rheumatism, arthritis, gout, kidney stones or hyperacidity should take especial caution if including this plant in their diet since it can aggravate their condition.
Reference
Chandel et al., Biodiversity in Medicinal and Aromatic Plants in India.
Health Remedies 
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