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6.5 Medicinal Plant Garden (5)
(Area, demarcation, temporary/permanent arrangement, planting of plants under the shade in demarcated areas, adequacy of the plants)
An herb is a plant or any part of a plant that is used for medicinal, aromatic or culinary purposes.
For at least 5,000 years, herbs have been used by virtually all cultures for these purposes and
many modern medicines are derived from the very same plants. In today's world, an herb garden
can be useful for quick remedies, to add a different taste to an old recipe, or to ward off moths or
ants. Worldwide, there are now about 1800 botanical gardens and arboreta in about 150 countries
of which about 400 are in Europe, 200 in North America, 150 in Russia and an increasing
number in East Asia. These gardens attract about 150 million visitors a year, so it is hardly
surprising that many people gained their first exciting introduction to the wonders of the plant
world in a botanical garden.
ASWANI MEDICINAL GARDEN, Hindu College of Pharmacy, Guntur is a well-tended
area displaying a wide range of medicinal plants in 1409.15 square meters, labelled with their
botanical names. It contains about 265 different plant species including specialist plant
collections such as succulent plants, herbs, plants from particular parts of the India, tropical
plants, culinary herbs, aromatic herbs and so on. The medicinal garden is managed by the two
faculty members and two students from each class under the supervision of a senior faculty,
Dr. M.Ramaiah. The house keeping people, a gardener is taking care for water pouring, cleaning
and providing the pesticides from time to time. The medicinal plants maintained in our garden
are listed in the table given below. The plantation has made appropriately under the shade of
demarcated areas (shadows of tree). All the plants are provided with name plates contains
vernacular and botanical names.
• Availability of plants for scientific research/medicinal purpose
• Display of plant diversity in form and use
• Display of plants of particular regions (including local)
• Plants sometimes grown within their particular families
• Plants grown for their seed or rarity
• Plants of economic significance
• Greenhouse plants of different climates
• All plants accurately labeled and records are maintained
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Pyramidal System of Staff
STAFF OF MEDICINAL PLANT GARDEN
1. Dr. Mannava Radha Krishna Murthy - Chairman
2. Sri Jupudi Rangaraju - Secretary & Correspondent
3. Dr. R. Govindarajan - Principal
4. Dr. A. Suneetha - Vice-principal
5. Dr.M.Ramaiah - Associate Professor & HOD
Department of Pharmacognosy
6. Mrs. S.Sarala - Assistant Professor
Department of Pharmacognosy
7. Mr. Hanumanthu - Gardner
8. Mr. Pitchaiah - Gardner
9. Mr.Dasu - Gardner
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Aswani Medicinal Garden
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TYPES, VARIETIES AND NUMBER OF PLANTS AVAILABLE IN THE GARDEN
(WITH NAMES, CHIEF CONSTITUENTS & USES)
S.
No.
NAME OF
THE PLANT
BOTANICAL
NAME
FAMILY CHEMICAL CONSTITUENTS USES
1 Chilly Capsicum annum Solanaceae Volatile oil, Resin, Capsanthin,
Capsaicin, Vitamin-C
Carminative, Colorant, Appetiser, Stomachic,
Counter irritant
2 Kalmegh Andrographis
paniculata
Acanthaceae Volatile oil, Resin, Capsanthin,
Capsaicin, Vitamin-C
Hepato protective, Anthelmintic, Stomachic,
Dysentry Typhoid, Bitter tonic
3 Peanut Arachis hypogaea Leguminosae Fixed oil, Oleic acid, Stearic acid,
Arachidic acid, Palmitic acid
Lubricant, Nutritive, Liniments, Soaps, Solvent
forinjections
4 Turmeric Curcuma longa Zingiberaceae Volatile oil, Resin, Starch, Curcumin Spice, Colorant, Antiseptic, Anti-cancer, Anti-
inflammatory
5 Ginger Zingiber officinale Zingiberaceae Volatile oil, Resin, Starch,
Zingiberene, Gingerol
Carminative, Motion sickness, Mouthwashes,
Stomachic Beverages, Aromatic
6 Cotton Gossypium
barbadense
Malvaceae Cellulose, M oisture, Wax, Fat Clothes, Surgical dressings, Insulator, Filtering
media
7 Calamus Acoruscalamus Araaceae Volatile oil, Eugenol, Asarone,
Glycoside, Acorin, Starch
Epilepsy, Nervine tonic, Diuretic, Anthelmentic,
Emetic Anti-inflammatory, Sedative, Fever
8 Drumstick Moringaoleifera Moringaceae Carbohydrates, Proteins Asthma, Epilepsy, Fever, Diarrhoea, Anti-fungal
9 Custard
apple
Annona squamosa Annonaceae Fibres, Vitamin-C, Proteins,
Carbohydrates
Anemia, Purgative, Insecticidal, Cough, Tumours
10 Ramaphal Annona reticulata Annonaceae Volatile oil, Carbohydrates,
Alkaloids, Annonacin, Tannic acid
Hepatoprotective, Anti-cancer, Anti-oxidant,
Anthelmentic Epilepsy, Analgesic, Anti-
inflammatory, Anti-bacterial
11 Bahera Terminalia belerica Combretaceae Tannins, Coloring matter, Gallic
acid, Ellagic acid
Astringent, Purgative, Dyspepsia, Soaps
12 Myrobalans Terminalia chebula Combretaceae Tannins, Chebulic acid, Gallic acid,
Glucose, Sorbitol
Astringent, Laxative, Stomachic, Piles, Ulcers, Dye
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13 Teak Tectonagrandis Verbenaceae Volatile oil, Resin, Tannins Expectorant, Laxative, Dysentry, Anthelmentic,
Furniture
14 Papaya Carica papaya Caricaceae Enzymes, Papain Anti-fungal, Anthelmentic, Leprosy, Diuretic,
Laxative, Fever
15 Betle leaf Piper betle Piperaceae Volatile oil, Vitamins, Amino acids,
Chavicol, Terpenoids
Asthma, Cough, Fever, Leprosy, Anti-rheumatic,
Anthelmentic
16 Black pepper Piper nigrum Piperaceae Volatile oil, Resin, Alkaloids, Starch,
Piperidine
Carminative, Stomachic, Asthma, Dysentry,
Anthelmentic
17 Bael Aeglemarmelos Rutaceae Volatile oil, Resin, Capsanthin,
Capsaicin, Vitamin-C
Hypoglycemic, Anti-fungal, Anti-ulcer, Diarrhoea
18 Brinjal Solanum melongena Solanaceae Anthocyanins, Phenols, Minerals,
Glycoalkaloids, Fibre
Laxative, Cardiotonic, Anaemia, Asthma, Ulcers,
Cholera
19 Tomato Lycopersicon
esculentum
Solanaceae Alkaloids, Pigments, Lycopene Carminative, Dyspepsia, Appetiser, Constipation,
Ulcers
20 Tapioca Manihot esculenta Euphorbiaceae Starch, Fat, Proteins Appetiser, Dyspepsia, Constipation, Wounds,
Ulcers
21 Amrita Tinospora glabra Menispermace
ae
Alkaloids, Glycosides, Steroids,
Sugars, Tinosporic acid
Hypolipidemic, Ulcers, Anti-cancer, Anti-oxidant
22 Country
gooseberry
Phyllanthus acidus Phyllanthaceae Tannins, Vitamin-C, Proteins,
Minerals, Gallic acid
Cathartic, Rheumatism, Hypertension, Asthma,
Anti-microbial
23 Amla Emblica officinalis Euphorbiaceae Fixed oil, Tannins, Vitamin-C,
Minerals, Pectin, Phyllemblin
Anti-oxidant, Anti-ageing, Anti-viral, Asthma,
Jaundice
24 Stone
breaker
Phyllanthus amarus Euphorbiacea Tannins, Alkaloids, Amarinic acid,
Phyllanthin
Anti-viral, Jaundice, Hepatoprotective, Cancer,
Antiseptic
25 Senna Cassia angustifolia Leguminosae Glycosides, Sennosides, Resin, Aloe-
emodin, Mucilage
Purgative, Constipation, Cathartic
26 Negro coffee Cassiaoccidentalis Fabaceae Fixed oil, Resin, Glycosides,
Terpenes, Tannins, Emodin
Epilepsy, Diabetes, Leprosy, Wounds, Ulcers,
Cough
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27 Vasaka Adhatoda vasica Acanthaceae Volatile oil, Alkaloids, Vasicine,
Vasakin, Adhatodic acid
Expectorant, Bronchodilator, Oxytocic,
Abortificient
28 Grape vine Vitis vinifera Vitaceae Anthocyanins, Glucose, Malic acid,
Tartaric acid
Anemia, Leprosy, Constipation, Jaundice, Asthma,
Cough
29 Lemon Citrus limonis Rutaceae Volatile oil, Citral, Limonene,
Hesperidine, Pectin, Flavonoids
Carminative, Flavouring agent, Appetiser
30 Bitter orange Citrus aurantium Rutaceae Volatile oil, Vitamin-C, Pectin,
Hesperidin, Aurantiamaric acid
Cough, Anemia, Appetiser, Scabies, Laxative,
Anthelmentic
31 Mosambi Citruslimetta Rutaceae Volatile oil, Minerals, Fibre,
Vitamin-C
Anti-cancer, Hyperglycemia, Hypertension, Anti-
microbial
32 Pomelo Citrus maxima Rutaceae Volatile oil, Alkaloids, Coumarin,
Flavonoids, Pectin, Vitamins
Anti fungal, Anti-oxidant, Dyspepsia, Epilepsy,
Cough, Asthma
33 Limon Citrus limonium Rutaceae Volatile oil, Limonene, Flavonoids,
Vitamin-C, Sugars, Pectin
Anti-emetic, Antiseptic, Analgesic, Fever, Diuretic,
Diarrhoea
34 Citron Citrus medica Rutaceae Volatile oil, Minerals, Proteins, Citric
acid, Citrine, Vitamin-C
Antibiotic, Anti-spasmodic, Appetiser, Diarrhoea,
Rheumatism
35 Orange Citrus reticulata Rutaceae Volatile oil, Thujone, Pinene,
Limonene, Vitamin-C
Anthelmentic, Anti-spasmodic, Appetiser, Diuretic,
Fever,
36 Wood apple Limoniaacidissima Rutaceae Volatile oil, Citric acid, Alkaloid,
Coumarin, Mucilage, Tanins
Tumours, Appetiser, Cardiotonic, Expectorant,
Diarrhoea
37 Common fig Ficus carica Moraceae Carbohydrates, Proteins, Vitamins,
Flavonoids, Iron
Anemia, Anti-oxidant, Laxative
38 Cluster bean Cyamopsis
tetragonoloba
Fabaceae Tannins, Proteins, Carbohydrates,
Minerals, Gum
Constipation, Dyspepsia, Appetiser, Galactagogue
39 Coconut tree Cocus nucifera Arecaceae Fixed oil Anthelmentic, Bronchitis, Diabetes, Diarrhoea,
Diuretic
40 Apple Malus domestica Rosaceae Carbohydrates, Vitamins, Minerals,
Quercetin
Anti-cancer, Anti-oxidant, Hypolipidemic
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41 Insulin plant Costusigneus Costaceae Steroids, Flavonoid, Glycosides,
Saponins, Tannins, Vitamin-C
Diabetes, Hypolipidemic, Anti-oxidant, Asthma,
Fever, Rashes
42 Gudmar Gymnemasylvestre Ascelepiadacea
e
Glycosides, Resin, Gymnemic acid,
Alkaloids, Mucilage
Diabetes, Stomachic, Cardiotonic,
43 Sweet
marjoram
Origanummajorana Labiatae Volatile oil, Rosmarinic acid,
Borneol, Pinene, Camphor
Anti-microbial, Cancer, Anti-oxidant, Hypotension,
Laxative
44 Henna Lawsoniainermis Lytharaceae Lawsone, Gallic acid, Hennosides Hair dye, Colorant, Anti-bacterial, Anti-fungal
45 Indian aloe Aloe barbadensis Lytharaceae Glycosides, Aloin, Barbaloin Purgative, Cosmetics, Burns
46 Barmuda
grass
Cynodon dactylon Graminae Protein, Fixed oil, Minerals Anti-microbial, Haemostatic
47 Palmorosa Cymbopogon
martinii
Graminae Volatile oil, Terpenes, Geraniol Cardiotonic, Cough, Appetiser
48 Lemon grass Cymbopogon
flexuosus
Graminae Volatile oil Geraniol, Nerol, Citral Perfumery, Cosmetics, Insect repellant
49 Rudraksha Elaeocarpusganitrus Elaeocarpaceae Alkaloids, Minerals, Vitamins Anti-bacterial, Epilepsy, Hypertension
50 Sami Prosopis cineraria Fabaceae Alkaloids, Glycosides, Flavonoids Rheumatism, Snake bite, Leprosy, Asthma, Piles,
Furniture
51 Bhringraj Eclipta alba Compositae Alkaloids, Flavonoids, Saponins Hair growth, Hepatoprotective, Anti-viral,
Bronchodilator,
52 Sapotaceae Achruszapota Sapotaceae Fixed oil, Alkaloids, Sapotin,
Tannins, Sugars, Vitamin-C
Diuretic, Diarrhoea, Sedative, Cough, Cold, Kidney
stones,
53 Eucalypt Eucalyptus globulus Myrtaceae Volatile oil, Terpenes, Cineole,
Tannins, Flavonoids, Pinene
Antiseptic, Expectorant, Liniments, Ointments,
Counter irritant
54 Karaunda Carissa carandus Apocynaceae Glycosides, Alkaloids, Terpenes,
Ursolic acid, Carissone
Diarrhoea, Fever, Appetiser, Scabies, Ear ache,
Vermifuge
55 Chaste tree Vitexnegundo Verbenaceae Volatile oil, Flavonoids, Glycosides,
Luteolin, Stigmasterol
Anti-inflammatory, Anti-oxidant, Anti-microbial,
Anthelmentic
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56 Brahmii Centella asiatica Umbelliferae saponin glycosides, Asiaticoside,
Madecassoside
Nervine tonic, Anxiety, stress, Leprosy, Syphilis,
Sedative
57 Black plum,
Jambolan,
Jaman
Eugenia jambolana Myrtaceae Volatile oil, Resin, Tannins, Fat,
Glycosides, Jamboline
Diabetes, Diarrhoea, Diuretic, Anti-bacterial,
Anthelmentic
58 Wild snake
root, Devil
pepper, Be
still tree
Wild snake root,
Devil pepper, Be still
tree
Apocynaceae Glycosides, Alkaloids, Steroids,
Tannins, Ajmaline, Reserpine
Hypertension, Tranquiliser, Anti-inflammatory,
Expectorant,
59 Shatavari,
Shatmuli
Asparagus racemosus Liliaceae Volatile oil, Glycosides, Vitamins,
Shatavarin, Asparagine
Rheumatism, Diuretic, Appetiser, Epilepsy,
Galactagogue,
60 Chitrak,
Lead wort
Plumbagozeylanica Chitrak, Lead
wort
Terpenes, Plumbagin,
Naphthaquinones, Zeylanone
Rheumatism, Diabetes, Hepatoprotective,
Hypolipidemic,
61 Neem,
Margosa
Azadirachta indica Meliaceae Fixed oil, Azadirachtin, Nimbin,
Terpenes, Glycosides
-viral, Anti-microbial, Insect repellant, Spermicidal
62 Mango Mangifera indica Anacardiaceae Vitamins, Tannins, Quercetin,
Mangiferol, Mangiferic acid
Astringent, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-emetic, Anti-
microbial,
63 Bone setter Cissusquadrangularis Vitaceae Carotene, Vitamin-C Bone fractures, Leprosy, Anthelmentic, Epilepsy,
Asthma,
64 Red sandal
wood,
Pterocarpussantalinus Fabaceae Volatile oil, Terpenes, Sterols,
Santalins, Pterocarpol
Blood purifier, Leprosy, Diarrhoea, Anti-
inflammatory, Ulcers
65 Jack fruit Artocarpusheterophyl
lus
Moraceae Tannins, Carotenoids, Sitosterol,
Cycloartenone, Vitamin-C
Diarrhoea, Dyspepsia, Epilepsy, Ulcers, Fever,
Ophthalmitis
66 Curry leaf Murrayakoenigii Rutaceae Volatile oil, Pinene, Phellandrene,
Alkaloids, Koenigine
Anthelmentic, Diarrhoea, Leprosy, Fever,
Appetiser, Ulcers
67 Cashewnut
tree
Anacardiumoccidenta
le
Anacardiaceae Tannins, Minerals, Vitamins,
Anacardic acid
Anthelmentic, Purgative, Nutritive
68 Pomegranate Punica granatum Punicaceae Tannin, Sugar, Sitosterol, Protein,
Fat, Ursolic acid, Vitamin-C
Astringent, Anthelmentic, Cardiotonic, Ulcers,
Anemia,
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69 Tamarind Tamarindus indica Caesalpiniacea
e
Tannins, Saponins, Citric acid,
Sugars, Alkaloids, Vitamin-C
Anthelmentic, Anti-inflammatory, Diuretic, Ulcers,
Jaundice
70 Guava Psidium guajava Myrtaceae Volatile oil, Tannin, Saponin,
Carotenoid, Quercetin, VitaminC
Antiemetic, Haemostatic, Aphrodisiac, Fever,
Ulcer, Astringent
71 Rough chaff : Achyranthes aspera Amaranthaceae Alkaloid, Aminoacid, Saponins,
Alcohol, Ecdysterone, Betaine
Emetic, Anti-inflammatory, Anemia, Asthma,
Chemoprotective
72 Indian
acalypha,
Acalypha indica Euphorbiaceae Volatile oil, Resin, Tannins,
Alkaloids, Acalyphine
Expectorant, Purgative, Emetic, Diuretic, Skin
diseases, Ulcers
73 Philippines
Medusa
Acalyphahispida Euphorbiaceae Volatile oil, Resin, Tannins,
Alkaloids, Acalyphine
Expectorant, Purgative, Emetic, Diuretic, Skin
diseases
74 Pineapple Ananas sativus Bromeliaceae Phenols, Flavonoids, Tannins,
Terpenoids
Inflammation, Sinusitis, Cancer, COPD,knee pain,
75 Noon plant Pentapetesphoenicea Sterculiaceae Phenols, Flavonoids, Tannins,
Carbohydrates, Terpenoids
Anti-fertility, Astringent, Emollient, Fever, Anti-
bilious,
76 Lady’s finger Hibiscus esculentus Malvaceae Volatile oil, Mucilage, Oxalic acid,
Protein, Glycoside, Vitamin
Aphrodisiac, Diarrhoea, Emollient, Diuretic,
Stomachic
77 Indian
abutilon
Abutilon indicum Malvaceae Volatile oil, Mucilage, Saponins,
Flavonoids, Fatty acids
Diabetes, Anti-fertility, Anti-inflammatory, Piles,
Bronchitis,
78 Pyaj Allium cepa Liliaceae Volatile oil, Carbohydrates,
Flavonoids, Amino acids, Vitamins
Rheumatism, Insect bites, Piles, Scabies, Asthma,
Ophthalmia,
79 Garlic Allium sativum Liliaceae Volatile oil, Allicin, Glycoside,
Amino acid, Saponin, Vitamins
Cancer, Whooping cough, Leprosy, Hair tonic,
Rheumatism
80 Holy basil Ocimum sanctum Labiatae Volatile oil, Eugenol, Pinene, Ursolic
acid, Sitosterol
Expectorant, Anti-inflammatory, Immunomodulant,
Cancer,
81 Hoary basil Ocimumcanum Labiatae Volatile oil, Camphor, Pinene,
Limonene, Caryophyllene
Malaria, Migraine, Appetiser, Anthelmentic,
Cardiotonic,
82 Common
basil
Ocimum basilicum Labiatae : Volatile oil, Camphor, Cineole,
Eugenol, Linalool, Terpenes
Anti-inflammatory, Anti-bacterial, Emmenagogue,
Carminative
83 Lily Liliumcandidum Liliaceae Volatile oil, Saponins, Flavonoids,
Alkaloids, Tannins, Starch
Anti-inflammatory, Emollient, Burns, Tumours,
Astringent
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84 Crossandra Crossandrainfundibul
iformis
Acanthaceae Volatile oil, Alkaloids, Flavonoids,
Steroids, Saponins, Tannins
Anti-microbial, Anti-oxidant, Aphrodisiac, Anti-
inflammatory
85 Night
jasmine
Nyctanthes arbor-
tristis
Oleaceae Volatile oil, Nyctanthin, Alkaloids,
Vitamin-C, Glycosides
Cancer, Rheumatism, Anti-oxidant,
Immunostimulant, Gout,
86 Winter aster Chrysanthemum
indicum
Asteraceae Volatile oil, Chrysanthemin,
Glycosides, Flavonoids
Cancer, Arthritis, Anti-microbial, Fever, Insecticide
87 Mexican
marigold
Tagetes erecta Asteraceae Volatile oil, Lutein, Limonene,
Tagetone, Camphor, Vitamin-E
Carminative, Anti-oxidant, Anthelmentic, Laxative,
Dye
88 Mudar Calotropisgigantea Asclepiadaceae Fatty acids, Amino acids, Protease,
Gigantin, Vitamin-C
Anthelmentic, Paralysis, Cough, Asthma, Purgative,
Stomachic
89 Butterfly pea Clitoreaternatea Fabaceae Tannins, Resin, Starch, Taraxerol,
Taraxerone
Cancer, Epilepsy, Memory enhancer, Anti-
depressant, Anxiety,
90 Cork tree Millingtoniahortensis Bignoniaceae Tannins, Hispidulin, Hortensin,
Flavonoids, Bitter substances
Cancer, Anti-microbial, Asthma, Anti-oxidant,
Convulsions,
91 Bullet wood
tree
Mimusopselengi Sapotaceae Volatile oil, Tannins, Saponins,
Sugars, Terpenoids, Pigments
Brain tonic, Fever, Diarrhoea, Anthelmentic,
Ulcers, Wounds
92 Yellow bells Tecomastans Bignoniaceae Fixed oil, Alkaloids, Glycosides,
Flavonoids, Steroids, Phenols
Diabetes, Vermifuge, Ulcers, Anti-oxidant, Anti-
microbial,
93 Canna Canna indica Cannaceae Anti-oxidant, Amenorrhoea, Dye, Insecticidal,
Diaphoretic,
94 Purple orchid
tree
Bauhinia purpurea Fabaceae Phenols, Tannins, Alkaloids,
Glycosides, Steroids, Saponins
Cancer, Diabetes, Anti-inflammatory, Nephro
protective,
95 Kaner Nerium oleander Apocynaceae Alkaloid, Glycoside, Flavonoid,
Terpene, Kanerin, Kanericacid
Scabies, Ophthalmia, Leprosy, Stomachic, Air
purifier, Ulcers
96 Pongam tree Pongamia pinnata Pongamia
pinnata
Fixed oil, Tannins, Flavonoids,
Steroids, Pongone, Oleic acid
Anti-oxidant, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-microbial,
Diabetes,
97 Vinca Catharanthus roseus Apocynaceae Alkaloids, Vincristine, Vinblastine,
Ajmalicine,
Cancer, Hypertension, Diabetes, Leukaemia,
Sedative
98 Mexican
thyme
Coleus aromaticus Lamiaceae Volatile oil, Carvacrol In coughs, sore throats, nasal congestion, infections,
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99 Datura Datura metel Solanaceae Alkaloids, Hyoscine, Atropine,
Hyoscyamine,
Asthma, Cough, Skin diseases, Epilepsy, Anti-
spasmodic,
100 Almond Prunusamygdalus Rosaceae A globulin called amandin considered a highly nutritious, demulcent and
stimulant nervine
101 Cabbage rose Rosa centifolia Rosaceae Volatile oil, Terpenes, Citronellol,
Geraniol, Farnesol, Nerol
Perfumery, Ophthalmic, Ulcers, Diarrhoea, Asthma,
Amentia,
102 Ashoka tree Saraca indica Caesalpiniacea
e
Volatile oil, Tannins, Saponins,
Minerals, Glycosides, Catechol
Diabetes, Oxytocic, Pimples, Uterine tonic, Bone
fractures,
103 White eyes Pseuderanthemuman
dersonii
Acanthaceae Alkaloids, Hyoscine, Atropine,
Hyoscyamine,
Asthma, Cough, Skin diseases, Epilepsy, Anti-
spasmodic,
104 Chinese
hibiscus
Hibiscus rosa-
sinensis
Malvaceae Flavonoids, Alkaloids, Proteins,
Vitamins, Sterculic acid
Cancer, Emollient, Haemostatic, Cardiotonic,
Epilepsy, Fever,
105 Common
jasmine
Jasminumgrandifloru
m
Oleaceae Alkaloids, Resin, Glycosides,
Jasminine, Vitamin-C, Linalool
Antiseptic, Paralysis, Leprosy, Opthalmic,
Odontopathy, Ulcers
106 Deccanhemp Hibiscus cannabinus Malvaceae Volatile oil, Phenols, Phytols,
Lignins, Hemicellulose, Sterols
Anti-bilious, Poultice, Anodyne, Aphrodisiac,
Dysentry
107 Globe
amaranth
Gomphrenaglobosa Amaranthaceae Flavonoid, Glycoside, Minerals,
Sterols, Saponin,Gomphrenol
Diabetes, Hypotensive, Depurative, Diuretic,
Dysentry, Asthma
108 Pinwheel
flower
Ervatamiacoronaria Apocynaceae Alkaloids, Coronaridine, Vanillic
acid, Terpenes, Flavonoids
Anti-oxidant, Anti-microbial, Vermifuge,
Ophthalmitis,
109 Golden
trumpet
Allamandacathartica Apocynaceae Volatile oil, Allamandin, Coumarins,
Cineole, Tricosane
Jaundice, Malaria, Laxative, Emetic, Cancer, Anti-
oxidant,
110 Desert rose Adeniumobesum Apocynaceae Alkaloids, Glycosides, Flavonoids,
Steroids, Oleandrigenin
Paralysis,Bone problems, Abortifacient,
Rheumatism,Wounds
111 White lead
tree
Leucaenaleucocephal
a
Fabaceae Minerals, Lignin, Cellulose,
Mimosine, Hydrocyanic acid
Anti-microbial, Contraceptive, Emmenagogue,
Cancer, Fever
112 Cotton rose Hibicusmutabilis Malvaceae Flavonoids, Glycosides, Quercetin,
Rutin Mucilage, Sitosterol
Emollient, Anti-oxidant, Demulcent, Anodyne,
Antidote, Fever,
113 Parrot tree,
Bastard teak
Buteamonosperma Fabaceae Butein, Steroids, Tannins,
Glycosides, Flavonoids, Oleic acid
Diabetes, Anaemia, Anthelmentic, Diarrhoea,
Obesity, Piles,
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114 Jungle
geranium
Ixoracoccinea Rubiaceae Glycoside, Terpenes, Tannin,
Palmitic acid, Amyrin, Quercetin
Antiseptic, Ulcers, Gonorrhoea, Bronchitis,
Stomachic, Fever,
115 Lantana
weed
Lantana camara Verbenaceae Volatile oil, Carbohydrate,
Germacrene, Terpenes, Lantanoside
116 Indian fig Ficus racemosa Moraceae Alkaloids, Tannins, Flavonoids,
Sterols, Terpenoids, Lupeol
Diabetes, Aphrodisiac, Hemorrhoids, Dysentry,
Ulcer, Wounds
117 Peppermint Mentha piperita Labiatae Volatile oil, Menthol, Menthone,
Terpenes, Flavonoids
Carminative, Flavourant, Antiseptic, Anti-
inflammatory, Ulcer,
118 Kadam Anthocephaluscadam
ba
Rubiaceae Alkaloids, Terpenoids, Saponins,
Steroids, Cadambagenic acid
Anti-inflammatory, Diuretic, Cough, Wounds,
Fever, Diarrhoea
119 Wild date
palm
Phoenix sylvestris Palmae Vitamins, Sugars, Minerals, Proteins,
Alanine, Tannins
Nervine tonic, Toothache, Laxative, Gonorrhoea,
Fever, Cough
120 Indian
wormwood
Artemisia vulgaris Asteraceae Volatile oil, Terpene, Camphor,
Flavonoid, Luteolin, Coumarin
Anthelmentic, Anti-inflammatory, Aphrodisiac,
Anemia, Fever,
121 Castor Ricinus communis Euphorbiaceae Fixed oil, Ricinoleic acid, Fatty
acids, Heptal, Sebacic acid
Anti-inflammatory, Fever, Laxative, Leprosy,
Emollient, Burns
122 Arecanut Areca catechu Arecaceae Tannins Laxative, Dentifrice, Astringent, Anthelmentic,
Emmenagogue,
123 Cinnamon Cinnamomum cassia Lauraceae Volatile oil, Cinnamaldehyde,
Tannins, Mucilage
Carminative,Flavouring agent, Anti-spasmodic,
Stomachic,
124 Banana fruit Musa paradisiaca Musaceae Volatile oil, Resin, Capsanthin,
Capsaicin, Vitamin-C
Anthelmentic, Leprosy, Scabies, Astringent,
Dysentry,
125 Black night
shade
Solanum nigrum Solanaceae Volatile oil, Resin, Capsanthin,
Capsaicin, Vitamin-C
Antiseptic, Anti-inflammatory, Expectorant,
Laxative,
126 Sacred fig Ficus religiosa Moraceae Volatile oil, Resin, Capsanthin,
Capsaicin, Vitamin-C
Gonorrhoea, Dysentry, Purgative, Asthma, Skin
diseases
127 Arjuna Terminalia arjuna Combretaceae Tannins, Arjunolic acid, Saponin Cardiotonic, Fever, Dysentry, Diuretic,
Hypotension
128 Arabian
jasmine
Jasminum sambac Oleaceae Volatile oil, Resin, Capsanthin,
Capsaicin, Vitamin-C
Leprosy, Ophthalmic
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129 Juhi Jasminum
auriculatum
Oleaceae Volatile oil, Resin, Capsanthin,
Capsaicin, Vitamin-C
Anthelmentic, Aphrodisiac, Cardiotonic, Skin
diseases
130 River
jasmine
Jasminumtrifoliatum Oleaceae Volatile oil, Resin, Capsanthin,
Capsaicin, Vitamin-C
Leprosy, Skin diseases, Cancer, Aphrodisiac,
Hodgkins disease
131 Downy
jasmine
Jasminummultifloru
m
Oleaceae Volatile oil, Resin, Capsanthin,
Capsaicin, Vitamin-C
Cardiotonic, Ulcers, Laxative, Head ache, Anti-
inflammatory
132 Gokarna
jasmine
Pseuderanthemumreti
culatum
Acanthaceae Volatile oil Diarrhoea, Purgative, Cathartic
133 Chandrakant
ha
Myrabilisjalapa Nyctaginaceae Trigonellin, Rotenoid, Alkaloid,
Glycoside, Flavonoid, Steroids
Diabetes, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-nociceptive,
Anthelmentic,
134 Bush clock
vine
Thunbergiaerecta Acanthaceae Volatile oil, Resin, Capsanthin,
Capsaicin, Vitamin-C
Anti-microbial, Orrnamenta
135 Sugarcane Saccharumofficinaru
m
Poaceae Sugars, Calcium oxalate, Methyl
apigenin
Cardiotonic, Diuretic, Emollient, Leprosy, Ulcers,
Laxative,
136 Moss rose Portulacagrandiflora Portulacaceae Terpenoids, Fatty acids, Betalains Hepatitis, Depurative, Snake bite, Eczema, Scurvy,
Tumours
137 Soapnut tree Sapinduslaurifolius Sapindaceae Saponins,Sapindosides, Kaempferol,
Quercetin, Sitosterol
Expectorant, Demulcent, Astringent, Emetic,
Anthelmentic,
138 Clove Eugenia caryophyllus Myrtaceae Volatile oil, Eugenol, Caryophyllene,
Tannins, Resins, Eugenin
Carminative, Dental analgesic, Antiseptic, Anti-
oxidant
139 Red gram Cajanuscajan Fabaceae Volatile oil, Cajanin, Oxalic acid,
Selinenes, Sterols, Terpenes
Astringent, Anti-inflammatory, Ulcers,
Anthelmentic, Cough,
140 Indian coral
tree
Erythrina variegata Fabaceae Alkaloids, Flavonoids, Terpenes,
Erythrinine, Steroids, Proteins
Anti-inflammatory, Insomnia, Anthelmentic, Fever,
Heamatinic
141 Portia tree Hibiscus populneus Malvaceae Tannins, Glycosides, Rutin Asthma, Anti-inflammatory, Haemostatic, Scabies
142 Cannon ball
tree
Couroupitaguianensis Lecythidaceae Alkaloids, Flavonoids, Phenols,
Stigmasterol
Anti-microbial, Anti-inflammatory, Cold, Tumours,
Toothache
143 Yellow
Mexican
Argemonemexicana Papaveraceae Fixed oil, Resin, Terpenes, Alkaloids Diabetes, Cancer, Jaundice, Conjunctivitis,
Sedative
15
poppy
144 Cocks comb Celosia argentea Amaranthaceae Tannins, Hyaluronic acid,
Isoflavones
Heart diseases, Dermatitis, Fever, Diuretic
145 Star glory Ipomoea quamoclit Convolvulacea
e
Alkaloids, Glycosides, Jalapin Purgative, Cancer, Piles
146 Little
hogweed
Portulacaoleraceae Portulacaceae Minerals, Flavonoids, Fatty acids Psoriasis, Scurvy, Arthritis, Head ache
147 Yellow
oleander
Thevetiaperuviana Apocynaceae Amyrin, Kaempferol, Quercetin Cardiotonic, Oedema, Tumours, Emetic
148 Mountain
knot grass
Aerva lanata Amaranthaceae Amyrin, Sitosterol, Glucosides,
Chrysin
Diabetes, Demulcent, Kidney stones, Diuretic
149 Crape flower Lagerstroemia indica Lythraceae Sitosterol, Ellagic acid, Alkaloids,
Lagerine
Diuretic, Purgative, Fever, Stimulant, Hydragogue
150 Asthma weed Euphorbia hirta Euphorbiaceae Volatile oil, Alkaloids, Choline Anti-spasmodic, Demulcent, Asthma, Anthelmentic
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Complete list of plants in the college campus
S.No. NAME OF THE PLANT
1 Cinnamon (Cinnamomum cassia)
2 Rauwolfia (Rauwolfia tetraphylla)
3 Henna (Lawsonia inermis)
4 Lemon Grass (Cymbopogon flexosus)
5 Geranium/Palmarosa
(Cymbopogon martini)
6 Acorus (Acorus calamus)
7 Phyllanthus (Phyllanthus amarus)
8 Amla (Phyllanthus emblica)
9 Star Gooseberrry (Phyllanthus acidus)
10 Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus)
11 Neem (Azadirachta indica)
12 Fig (Ficus carica)
13 Aloe (Aloe barbadensis)
14 Adavi Tulasi (Ocimum canum)
15 Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum)
16 Sabja (Ocimum basilicum)
17 Vinca (Catharanthus roseus)
18 Maize (Zea mays)
19 Senna (Cassia angustifolia)
20 Guduchi (Tinospora glabra)
21 Curry leaf (Murraya koenigii)
22 Vasaka (Adhatoda vasica)
23 Pomelo (Citrus maxima)
24 Grape (Vitis vinifera)
25 Sleeping Hibiscus (Malvaviscus
penduliforus)
26 Sapota (Achras sapota)
27 Datura (Datura metel)
28 Chinese date/Regu (Ziziphus jujuba)
29 Malabar Spinach (Basella alba)
30 Vitex (Vitex negundo)
31 Red Sandal wood
(Pterocarpus santalinus) –
Commercial importance
32 Teak (Tectona grandis)
– Commercial importance
33 Castor (Ricinus communis)
34 Marjoram (Origanum majorana)
35 Drumstick (Moringa oleifera)
36 Plumbago (Plumbago zeylanica)
37 Chameli (Jasminum grandiflorum)
38 Ivy gourd (Coccinia grandis)
39 Ginger (Zingiber officinale)
40 Turmeric (Curcuma longa)
41 Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus)
42 Mango (Mangifera indica)
43 Jack (Artocarpus heterophyllus)
44 Black Plum (Eugenia jambolana)
45 Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata)
46 Nalleru (Cissus quadrangularis)
47 Cashewnut (Anacardium occidentale)
48 Indian Almond (Terminalia catappa)
49 Wild Almond (Sterculia foetida)
– Rare palnt
50 Sweet Almond (Prunus amygdalus)
51 Pomegranate (Punica granatum)
52 Tamarind (Tamarindus indicus)
53 Guava (Psidium guajava)
54 Papaya (Carica papaya)
55 Lemon (Citrus limonis)
56 Insulin (Costus igneus)
57 Tapioca (Manihot esculenta)
58 Capsicum (Capsicum annum)
59 Myrobalan (Terminalia chebula)
60 Custard apple (Annona squamosa)
61 Peanut (Arachis hypogaea)
62 Brahmi (Centella asiatica)
63 Betel (Piper betle)
64 Apple (Malus domestica)
65 Tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum)
66 Brinjal (Solanum melongena )
67 Pepper (Piper nigrum)
68 Akash malli (Millingtonia hortensis)
69 Matulung (Citrus medica)
70 Bogada (Mimusops elengi)
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71 Night Jasmine
(Nyctanthes arbor-tristis)
72 Firecracker flower
(Crossandra infundibuliformis)
73 Bottle gourd (Lagenaria vulgaris)
74 Vakkaya/ Karaunda (Carissa carindus)
75 Coconut (Cocus nucifera)
76 Ramaphal (Annona reticulata)
77 Yellow bells (Tecoma stans)
78 Negro coffee (Cassia occidentalis)
79 Butterfly tree (Bauhinia purpurea)
80 Indian oleander (Nerium oleander)
81 Rose (Rosa centifolia)
82 Temple tree (Plumeria rubra)
83 Ladies finger
(Abelmoschus esculentus)
84 Rough chaff (Achyranthes aspera)
85 Indian acalypha (Acalypha indica)
86 Gudmar (Gymnema sylvestre)
87 False Ashoka (Polyalthia longifolia)
88 Hari champa (Artabotrys hexapetalus)
89 Chrysanthemum
(Chrysanthemum indicum)
90 Marigold (Tagetes erecta)
91 Cotton (Gossypium barbadensis)
92 Mudar (Calotropis gigantea)
93 Sami (Prosopis cineraria)
94 Sangu pushpam (Clitoria ternatea)
95 Betelnut (Areca catechu)
96 Bhringraj (Eclipta alba)
97 Cluster bean
(Cyamopsis tetragonoloba )
98 Barmuda grass (Cynodon dactylon)
99 Hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis)
100 Lily (Lilium cadidum)
101 Bael (Aegle marmelos)
102 Bitter orange (Citrus aurantium)
103 Sweet lime (Citrud limetta)
104 Orange (Citrus reticulata)
105 Rudraksha (Elaeocarpus ganitrus)
106 Wood apple (Limonia acidissima)
107 Mint (Mentha piperita)
108 Indian mint (Coleus aromaticus)
109 Sultana champa (Calophyllum
inophyllum)
110 Banana fruit (Musa paradisiaca)
111 Black night shade (Solanum nigrum)
112 Clove (Eugenia caryophyllus)
113 Peepal (Ficus religiosa)
114 Bahera (Terminalia belerica)
115 Pineapple (Ananas sativus)
116 Arjuna (Terminalia arjuna)
117 Soap nuts (Sapindus laurifolia)
118 Red gram (Cajanus cajan)
119 Devil tree (Alstonia scholaris)
120 Moon beam flower
(Ervatamia coronaria)
121 Wild date palm (Phoenix sylvestris)
122 Alubukhara (Prunus domestica)
123 Jamaica Cherry (Muntingia calabura)
124 Lipstick tree (Bixa orellana)
125 Kadam (Anthocephalus cadamba)
126 Parrot tree (Butea monosperma)
127 Sacred ixora (Ixora coccinea)
128 Lantana weed (Lantana camara)
129 Common crape myrtle
(Lagerstroemia indica)
130 Sugarcane (Saccharum officinarum)
131 Wine palm (Borassus flabellifer)
132 Cannon ball tree (Couroupita
guianensis)
133 Indian worm wood (Artemisia vulgaris)
134 Sambac jasmine (Jasminum sambac)
135 Downy jasmine (Jasminum multiflorum)
136 Indian jasmine (Jasminum auriculatum)
137 River jasmine (Jasminum trifoliatum)
138 Bitter gourd (Momordica charantia)
139 Bread fruit (Artocarpus communis)
140 Cape jasmine (Gardenia jasminoides)
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141 Golden trumpet (Allamanda cathartica)
142 Desert rose (Adenium obesum)
143 Cotton rose (Hibiscus mutabilis)
144 Gulmohar (Delonix regia)
145 Cluster fig (Ficus racemosa)
146 Pongam tree (Pongamia pinnata)
147 Lead tree (Leucaena leucocephala)
148 Indian abutilon (Abutilon indicum)
149 Indian coral tree (Erythrina indica)
150 Peacock flower (Caesalpinia
pulcherrima)
151 Vishnukrantha (Evolvulus alsinoides)
152 Moss rose (Portulaca grandiflora)
153 Liquorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra)
154 Golden champa (Michelia champaca)
155 Globe amaranth (Gomphrena globose)
156 Glory Bush
(Clerodendrum philippinum)
157 Bandhuka (Pentapetes Phoenicia)
158 Indian shot (Canna indica)
159 Sunflower (Helianthus annus)
160 Paper Flower (Bougainvillea glabra)
161 Chandrakantha (Mirabilis jalapa)
162 Star glory (Ipomoea quamoclit)
163 Mexican poppy (Argemone mexicana)
164 Fire Bush (Hamelia patens)
165 Potato (Solanum tuberosum)
166 Dock Sorrel (Rumex acetosa)
167 Spinach (Spinacia oleracea)
168 Green Amaranth (Amaranthus viridis)
169 Coriander Leaves
(Coriandrum sativum)
170 Fenugreek Leaves
(Trigonella foenum graecum)
171 Water Amaranth
(Alternanthera sessilis)
172 Java jute (Hibiscus cannabinus)
173 Roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa)
174 Green Gram (Vigna radiata)
175 Jatropha (Jatropha integerrima)
176 Jowar (Sorghum bicolor)
178 Cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum)
179 Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera)
180 Vetiver (Vetiveria zizanioides)
181 Spice Ginger (Alpinia galanga)
182 Red Button Ginger
(Costus woodsonii) – Rare plant
183 Acacia (Acacia arabica)
184 Japanese Hibiscus (Hibiscus
schizopetalus)
185 Crown of Thorns (Euphorbia milli)
186 Orchid Cactus (Epiphyllum oxypetalum)
187 White Fig (Ficus infectoria)
188 Dhavanam (Artemisia pallens)
189 Chinese Ixora (Ixora chinensis)
190 Swamp Pea (Sesbania grandiflora)
191 Sweet Potato (Ipomoea batatas)
192 Water Apple (Eugenia aqueum)
193 Elephant FootYam
(Amorphophallus campanulatus)
194 Wild Taro (Colocasia esculenta)
195 Star fruit (Averrhoa carambola)
196 Fever Nut (Caesalpinia bonduc)
197 Fountain Tree (Spathodea campanulata)
198 Copper Pod Tree
(Peltophorum pterocarpum)
199 Sweet Tamarind (Pithecellobium dulce)
200 Kapok Tree (Ceiba pentandra)
201 Soap Pods (Acacia concinna)
202 Bluebell Barleria (Barleria cristata)
203 Rain Tree (Albizia saman)
204 Cape honey suckle (Tecoma capensis)
205 Cock’s Comb (Celosia argentea)
206 Humble Plant (Mimosa pudica)
207 Rangoon Creeper (Quisqualis indica)
208 Rose Balsam (Impatiens balsamia)
209 Camphor Tree
(Cinnamomum camphora)
210 Grand Crinum Lily (Crinum asiaticum)
211 Common Leucas (Leucas aspera)
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212 Yellow Alder (Turnera ulmifolia)
213 White Alder (Turnera subulata)
214 Star Cluster (Pentas lanceolata)
215 Crab’s Eye (Abrus precatorius)
216 Common coleus (Coleus blumei)
217 Passion Flower (Passiflora incarnata)
218 Cat’s Tail (Acalypha hispida)
219 Dwarf Poinsettia
(Euphorbia cyathophora)
220 Christmas Flower
(Euphorbia pulcherrima)
221 Yellow Oleander (Thevetia peruviana)
222 Water melon (Citrullus lanatus)
223 Umbrella Tree (Hibiscus populneus)
224 Kantakari (Solanum xanthocarpum)
225 Indian Bean (Lablab purpureus)
226 Garden Purslane (Portulaca oleraceae)
227 Onion (Allium cepa)
228 Garlic (Allium sativum)
229 Black gram (Vigna mungo)
230 Black Mustard (Brassica nigra)
231 Isapgol (Plantago ovata)
232 Nuxvomica (Strychnous nuxvomica)
233 Screw Pine (Pandanus tectorius)
234 Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans)
235 Rubber tree (Ficus elastica)
236 Blood lily (Scadoxus multiflorus)
– Rare plant
237 Ash gourd (Benincasa hispida)
238 Lin seed (Linum usitatissimum)
239 Noon plant (Pentapetes phoenicia)
240 Indian Sarsaparilla
(Hemidesmus indicus)
CROTONS
241 Hydrangea
(Hydrangea macrophylla/
Hydrangaceae)
242 Snake Plant (Sansevieria
trifascita/Asparagaceae)
243 Dumb Cane
(Dieffenbachia amoena/Araceae)
244 Yucca (Yucca
elephantipes/Asparagaceae)
245 Donkey Ears (Kalanchoe
gastonis/Crassulaceae)
246 Nipple Cactus (Mammillaria
spinosissima/Cactaceae)
247 Bamboo Palm (Chamaedorea
seifrizii/Arecaceae)
248 Sago Palm (Cycas revolute/Cycadaceae)
249 Casuarina (Casuarina
equisetifolia/Casuarinaceae)
250 Purple Heart (Setcreasea
purpurea/Commelinaceae)
251 Indian Coleus (Coleus
forskohlii/Labiatae)
252 Spider Plant (Chlorophytum
comosum/Asparagaceae)
253 Boston Fern (Nephrolepis
exaltata/Nephrolepidaceae)
254 Duranta Gold
(Duranta erecta/Verbenaceae)
255 Peace Lily
(Spathiphyllum wallisii/Araceae)
256 Areca Palm
(Dypsis lutescens/Arecaceae)
257 Gold Dust
(Codiaeum variegatum/Euphorbiaceae)
258 Ponytail Palm (Beaucarnea
recurvata/Asparagaceae)
259 Weeping Fig
(Ficus benzamina/Moraceae)
260 Good Luck Plant (Cordyline
fruticosa/Asparagaceae)
261 Dwarf Powder Puff (Calliandra
emarginata/Mimosaceae)
262 Violet Allamanda (Allamanda
violacea/Apocynaceae)
263 Colorama (Dracaena
colorama/Asparagaceae)
264 Money Plant (Epipremnum
aureum/Araceae)
265 Wild Plumeria
(Plumeria pudica/Apocynaceae)
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PLANT OF THE WEEK
1. Title of the Practice: Plant of the Week
2. Objectives of the Practice
As Medicinal plants knowledge resource center.
To familiarize the students/researchers about the family, habitat, system(s) of Indian medicine,
vernacular names, botanical synonyms and ethnobotanical uses of medicinal plants grown in
Andhra Pradesh, India.
3. The Context
“Plant of the Week” provides information to the students/researchers for selection of appropriate
medicinal plant species for their research work. Hence they carry out the appropriate research
according to the burning problems.
4. The Practice
The best practice “Plant of the Week” imparts knowledge to the students/researchers for
selection of appropriate medicinal plant species for their research work. The practice provide
detailed information of different medicinal plant species grown throughout the India and Andhra
Pradesh with regards to their approved botanical name, family, habitat, system(s) of Indian
medicine, botanical synonyms, vernacular names and ethnobotanical uses/actions. It also shows
the photographs of the medicinal plants for their easy identification. This knowledge is useful for
eradication of adulterated or substituted plant species and hence quality to be maintained in the
product.
5. Evidence of Success
By this practice majority of B.Pharm and M.Pharm students are benefited by selection of
appropriate plant species for their research work and submitted their thesis successfully. The
following are the some of the details:
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Research Reports of Garden Plants
S. No. Name of the
student(s)
B. Pharm/
M.Pharm/
Pharm.D
Name of the guide Name of the Plant Activity reported Year
1. G. K.Kumari,
V. Vamsi Kiran,
M. Mallika,
K. John Bharuch
B. Pharm Dr. Ch. Babu Rao Lawsonia innermis Antimicrobial
Activity
2006
2. K. Santhisudha,
G. Gopi Krishna,
K. Anusha,
G. Ramadevi
B. Pharm Sri. P. Seetaramaiah Vitex negundo Antimicrobial
Activity
2008
3. B. rajsekhar,
G. Poornima,
D. Priyanka,
M. Tesawanth
B. Pharm Sri. P. Seetaramaiah Citrus sinensis Antibacterial
Activity
2009
4. K. Tulasi,
A. Kanakadruga
B. Pharm Dr. D.B.Srinivasa Rao Solanum xanthocarpum Antinociceptive Activity 2011
5. M. Naga Naveena,
SK. Abdul rahman,
K. Sunil Kumar
B. Pharm Mrs. S. Sarala Tinospora galbra Anti-inflammatory
Activity
2011
6. K. Sivarama
Krishna
M. Pharm Dr. D.B.Srinivasa Rao Apium graveolens Antioxidant Activity &
Antidepressant Activity
2012
7. B. Kusuma M. Pharm Mr. Y. Anil Kumar Musa paradisica Antioxidant Activity &
Antiparkinsonism
2014
8. K. Sravani M. Pharm Mr. N. Kodandaram Ficus talbott Antioxidant Activity &
Antidepressant Activity
2014
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9. G. Balaji M. Pharm Dr. G.Pitchaiah Musa paradisica Nootropic Activity &
Antidepressant Activity
2014
10. Ch. Hemalatha M. Pharm Mr. N. Kodandaram Vinca rosea Antipsychotic Activity 2014
11. S. Sravika,
SK. Nazeer,
T.J.Latha
B. Pharm Dr. M. Ramaiah Helianthus annus Anticancer Activity 2015
12. G. Rajyalakshmi,
A. Surekha,
N. Mohanchand
B. Pharm Sri. P. Seetaramaiah Cleome chelidone Antidiabetic Activity 2016
13. SK. Samiya,
P. Sailaja,
K. Lakshmi
B. Pharm Dr. G.Pitchaiah Murraya koenigi Anti-inflammatory
Activity & Wound healing
effect
2016
14. Ch. Gopi Krishna,
P. Sireesha,
A.K.Priya
B. Pharm Dr.D.Jeevan Mani Babu Hibiscus sabdrafia Nephroprotective Activity 2016
15. SK. Jianab,
V.Geetha Bhavani,
SD.Sabareen
B. Pharm Dr. P. Koteswari Curcuma longa Curcumin Novel Emulsion 2016
16. K. Lalittha,
SK. Faizu
N.L.Prasanna,
K.Lalitha
B. Pharm Mr. Y. Anil Kumar Murraya koenigi Adaptogenic Activity 2016
17. A. Swarupa Rani,
B. Varsha Reddy,
G.M.S.Teja
B. Pharm Dr.G.Surendra Cinnamomum tamala Antioxidant Activity 2016
18. M. Harini,
Ch.Rajasekhar,
D.Nagamani
B. Pharm Dr. D.B.Srinivasa Rao Capsicum annum Antipyretic Activity 2017
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19. P.Sindhu,
Md.Adil,
B.Kiranmie
B. Pharm Mrs.A.Pratyusha Bacopa monnieri Cardiac depressant
Activity
2017
20. M.Sowjanya,
T.Sushma,
Sk.Firoz
B.Pharm Mrs.N.Vikayalakshmi Nyctanthes arbortristis Anti-mitotic Activity 2017
21. K. Devilal,
M.Satis Babu
P.Harika
B.Pharm Dr.M.Ramaiah Eclipta alba Anti-tuberculosis Activity 2017
22. B.Suryanarayana
A.Rajyalakshmi
T.Satya Krishna
B.Pharm Dr.K.Rajkumar Aerva lanata Anti-Lithiatic Activity 2017
23. K.Navya Sri,
V.C.Nissy
N.Kezia
B.Pharm Mr.P.Dinesk Kumar Vigna radiate Natural carrier 2017
24. B.Sravya
G.Kamala
V.Tirumala rao
B.Pharm Mrs.P.Mounica Glycyrrhiza glabra Anthelmintic activity 2017
25. K. Venkata
Lakshmi
V. Bhagyavathi
N. Hymavathi
B.Pharm Dr. M. Ramaiah Tinospora cordifolia Anticancer activity 2018
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Details of Plant of the Week
S. No. Date Plant of the Week
1. 01-08-2017 Abelmoschus esculentus (L.) MOENCH
2. 16-08-2017 Passiflora incarnata Linn.(Rakhi flower)
3. 10-09-2017 Abrus precatorius Linn.
4. 15-09-2017 Abutilon indicum (L.) SWEET
5. 07-10-2017 Acalypha indica L.
6. 16-10-2017 Amaranthus caudatus Linn.
7. 06-11-2017 Allium cepa L.
8. 16-11-2017 Achyranthes aspera L.
9. 06-12-2017 Bambusa arundinacea WILLD.
10. 16-12-2017 Andrographis paniculata (BURM.F.) WALLICH EX NEES.
11. 02-01-2018 Bauhinia malabarica ROXB.
12. 17-01-2018 Bauhinia purpurea L
13. 03-02-2018 Aristolochia indica Linn.
14. 17-02-2018 Borassus flabellifer Linn.
15. 07-03-2018 Carica papaya Linn
16. 17-03-2018 Carissa carandas Linn.
17. 02-04-2018 Moringa oleifera LAM
18. 17-04-2018 Justicia adhatoda L
19. 01-06-2018 Aloe vera L.
20. 15-06-2018 Annona reticulata Linn.
21. 01-07-2018 Achras zapota Linn
22. 15-07-2018 Anacardium occidentale Linn
23. 01-08-2018 Acorus calamus L.
24. 15-08-2018 Aegle marmelos (L.) CORREA EX. SCHULTZ
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25. 06-09-2018 Annona squamosa
26. 17-09-2018 Artabotrys hexapetalus
27. 05-10-2018 Asparagus racemosus
28. 15-10-2018 Azadirachta indica
29. 05-11-2018 Calophyllum inophyllum
30. 15-11-2018 Calotropis gigantea
31. 05-12-2018 Catharanthus roseus (L.) G. Don.
32. 15-12-2018 Centella asiatica (Linn.) Urban
33. 05-01-2019 Artocarpus heterophyllus Lam.
34. 21-01-2019 Cinnamomum zeylanicum Blume