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Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry

Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry

Vol. 4, Issue 2 (2015)

Curcuma angustifolia Roxb (Tavaksheeri): A Review

Author(s):

Lisona Elias, Pradeep, Harini A, Prakash L Hegde

Abstract:
Curcuma angustifolia Roxb is a fast growing annual herb. In India it is commonly known as Tikur or Tavaksheeri. Rhizome is the used part and it is demulcent, nutritious, contains starch which is used for children due to easily digestible. It is an excellent diet in the form of conjee in case of Dysentery, Dysuria, Gonorrhea etc.

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How to cite this article:
Lisona Elias, Pradeep, Harini A, Prakash L Hegde. Curcuma angustifolia Roxb (Tavaksheeri): A Review. J Pharmacogn Phytochem 2015;4(2):241-243.

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