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Punarnava Uses, Synonyms and Chemical Constituents

Punarnava Uses, Synonyms and Chemical Constituents

Source and Distribution of Punarnava Punarnava consists of the fresh and dried herb of Boerhaavia diffussa, belonging to the family Nyctaginaceae. It is also known as rakta punarnava and hog weed. It is cultivated in India and Sri Lanka. It is found in Himalayan regions at an altitude of 2000-2500m. The weed also grows in […]