Ghost Weed:
Botanical Name -: Ghost Weed.
Plant Name -: ANISOMELES MALABARICA.
Plant Family -: LAMIACEAE.
Other Names -: Double-Bodied Brambati, Double Ghost Weed, Thorny-Leafed One-Legged Ghost Weed, also known as One-Legged Ghost Weed, Bed Bug Repeller, Perumbumpai.
Plant Description -: It is found everywhere in Tamil Nadu. It is a bushy shrub with long leaves that have a strong smell and small purple flowers. It grows to about three feet tall. It has medicinal properties. It promotes fertility and strengthens bones through seeds and roots.
Plant Name -: ANISOMELES MALABARICA.
Plant Family -: LAMIACEAE.
Other Names -: Double-Bodied Brambati, Double Ghost Weed, Thorny-Leafed One-Legged Ghost Weed, also known as One-Legged Ghost Weed, Bed Bug Repeller, Perumbumpai.
Plant Description -: It is found everywhere in Tamil Nadu. It is a bushy shrub with long leaves that have a strong smell and small purple flowers. It grows to about three feet tall. It has medicinal properties. It promotes fertility and strengthens bones through seeds and roots.
Parts Used for Medicinal Purposes - The whole plant. (As a decoction) Consuming the decoction provides relief from indigestion, stomach pain, and diarrhea. Ghost Weed also treats skin diseases.
Medicinal Uses -: It aids digestion, relieves flatulence, stimulates appetite, relieves cough, clears phlegm, and has properties to relieve pain and reduce inflammation. Ghost Weed is used to treat eye infections, diarrhea, abdominal pain, dysentery, and cholera.
Usage Method -: The root has a bitter taste. To consume it, grind it into powder, mix with honey or jaggery, and consume twice a day in small quantities. Alternatively, mix 1/8 part of the root powder with hot water and drink it twice a day. Another method is to tie the root powder in a cloth and soak it in water overnight, then drink the water the next morning. This helps in relieving various stomach ailments.
Side Effects -: Consuming Ghost Weed may cause nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea in some individuals. It's advisable to consult a doctor before using it.
Precautions -: Pregnant and breastfeeding women should avoid using Ghost Weed due to its potential side effects on the fetus or infant.
Note -: Ghost Weed's leaves are considered effective against evil spirits. Tying the leaves around the waist or wearing them as an amulet is believed to provide protection against malevolent forces.
Remember, it's always wise to consult a healthcare professional before using any herbal remedies, especially if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or have existing medical conditions.
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