Millingtonia hortensis (Indian Cork Tree, Tree Jasmine) 1. Taxonomic insights Species:   Millingtonia hortensis Family:  Bignoniaceae (Trumpet Creeper family) Genus:   Millingtonia The Bignoniaceae family is characterized by often showy, trumpet-shaped flowers and includes many trees and woody climbers with significant medicinal bark, roots, or flowers used for respiratory, inflammatory, and skin conditions. Related Herbs from the same family: Oroxylum indicum (Shyonaka, Brok

Canna indica var Yellow King Humbert 1. Taxonomic insights Species:   Canna indica Family:  Cannaceae Genus:   Canna The Cannaceae family, though limited in genera, is significant for its ornamental value, edible starch sources, and traditional medicinal applications across tropical and subtropical regions. Related Herbs from the same family: Canna edulis (Achira): A closely related species cultivated primarily for its large, edible rhizomes rich in starch. It is native to S

Eranthemum roseum (Blue Eranthemum, Pink Eranthemum) 1. Taxonomic insights Species:   Eranthemum roseum  (Syn: Eranthemum nervosum , Pseuderanthemum roseum ) Family:  Acanthaceae Genus:   Eranthemum Related Herbs from the same family: Justicia adhatoda (Vasaka, Malabar Nut): One of the most important Ayurvedic herbs for respiratory health. Its leaves are used extensively for cough, bronchitis, asthma, and bleeding disorders. Andrographis paniculata (Kalmegh, King of Bitters)

Basella alba (Malabar Spinach, Ceylon Spinach) 1. Taxonomic insights Species:   Basella alba Family:  Basellaceae Genus:   Basella The Basellaceae family consists of a small number of species, primarily succulent vines. Basella alba  is the most prominent member, widely cultivated in tropical regions as a nutritious leafy green and a medicinal herb, particularly valued for its mucilaginous and cooling properties. Related Herbs from the same family: Anredera cordifolia (Madeir

Dregea volubilis (Green Milkweed Climber) 1. Taxonomic insights Species:   Dregea volubilis  (Syn: Wattakaka volubilis ) Family:  Apocynaceae (Dogbane family; formerly Asclepiadaceae) Genus:   Dregea The Apocynaceae family is vast and medicinally critical, containing many plants with milky latex and complex alkaloids or glycosides. Members range from potent toxins to vital rejuvenatives, often requiring specific processing. Related Herbs from the same family: Hemidesmus indic

Abrus precatorius (Rosary Pea, Indian Licorice) The seed is highly toxic. It contains a very powerful toxin that has no antidote 1. Taxonomic insights Species:   Abrus precatorius Family:  Fabaceae (Leguminosae) Genus:   Abrus The Fabaceae family showcases a dramatic duality: it provides nutritional staples like lentils and beans, while also housing some of the most potent plant toxins known, such as abrin from Abrus precatorius . Related Herbs from the same family: Glycyrrhi

Lagerstroemia speciosa (Pride of India, Queen's Crape Myrtle) 1. Taxonomic insights Species:   Lagerstroemia speciosa Family:  Lythraceae (Loosestrife family) Genus:   Lagerstroemia The Lythraceae family is notable for plants with vivid flowers and often significant tannin content. Several members hold important commercial (henna) and medicinal (pomegranate, Lagerstroemia ) value. Related Herbs from the same family: Lawsonia inermis (Henna, Mehendi): A renowned plant native

Albizia lebbeck Albizia lebbeck (Lebbeck Tree, Shirish) 1. Taxonomic insights Species:   Albizia lebbeck Family:  Fabaceae (Leguminosae) Genus:   Albizia The Fabaceae family is ubiquitous in herbal medicine. Albizia lebbeck  represents an important branch of this family used specifically for allergies, inflammation, and detoxification. Related Herbs from the same family: Acacia catechu (Khair):  A renowned Ayurvedic herb used for its strong astringent and wound-healing proper

Antigonon leptopus (Coral Vine, Queen's Wreath) 1. Taxonomic insights Species:   Antigonon leptopus Family:  Polygonaceae (Buckwheat family) Genus:   Antigonon The Polygonaceae family is characterized by plants with swollen nodes (ochrea) and often contains compounds like anthraquinones (purgatives) and tannins (astringents). While Antigonon leptopus  is an ornamental vine, it shares the family's phytochemical potential. Related Herbs from the same family: Fagopyrum esculentu