Heen bovitiya Powder has been used popularly to treat liver disorders in the traditional medical system in Sri Lanka. This product is free from chemicals and preservatives.
Useful Plant Parts of the heen bovitiya plant
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root
Heen bovitiya health benefits:
Porridge prepared from the young leaves is prescribed as a liver tonic
Herbal Teas made from dried mature leaves are taken for diabetes
Leaves are used to treat hemorrhoids
Leaves and roots are used to treat hepatitis.
Osbeckia octandra is a plant species that belongs to the family Melastomataceae. It is endemic to Sri Lanka, where it is known as Heen Bovitiya or Bovitiya in Sinhala language. It is also reported to be found in Tamil Nadu of India. Some facts about this plant are:
It is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall, with hairy stems and leaves. The leaves are edible and the root, bark and leaves are used in Ayurvedic medicine for various ailments.
It has pink to purple flowers with eight stamens, which give it the name eight stamen osbeckia. The flowers are attractive and produce four times a year. The fruits are dry capsules with many seeds.
It has anti-cancerous and protective effects against liver damage caused by paracetamol poisoning. It is also used for treating diabetes, hemorrhoids, hepatitis, jaundice and hyperlipidemia.
It is a potential shrub for urban environment, as it tolerates pruning and can be used as a border plant. It also attracts insects for pollination.
Osbeckia octandra, also known as Heen Bovitiya or Bovitiya, has several uses:
Medicinal: The root, bark, and leaves of Osbeckia octandra are used in Ayurvedic medicine for treating various ailments. It has been reported to have anti-cancerous properties and protective effects against liver damage caused by paracetamol poisoning. It is also used for treating diabetes, hemorrhoids, hepatitis, jaundice, and hyperlipidemia.
Edible: The leaves of the plant are edible.
Ornamental: With its attractive pink to purple flowers, Osbeckia octandra can be used as an ornamental plant. It is a potential shrub for urban environments as it tolerates pruning and can be used as a border plant.
Ecological: The plant attracts insects for pollination, contributing to biodiversity.
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Please note that while the plant has these uses, it’s important to consult with a healthcare provider before using it for medicinal purposes.
