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Achyranthes Aspera
Botanical Name Achyranthes Aspera, Linn
Synonyms Achyranthes Argentea, Achyranthes Indica
Family Name Amarantaceae
Other Names

Rough Chafftree, Devil's Horse Whip, Prickly Chaff Flower, Aghata, Apamara

Parts Used Herb, Leaves, Root and Seeds
Constituent Alkaline ash containing Potash
Action Astringent, Diuretic, Alternative, Antiperiodic, Purgative