District | DIMA HASAO | BMC Name | MAHUR BMC | Flora Category | Medicinial Plant | Type of Flora | Herb |
Local Name of Flora | Mojokamao | Local Language | Dimasa , | Common Name of Flora | Fish Mint | Scientific Name | Houttuynia cordata |
Variata | Forma | Sub Species | Flora Variety | Local | |||
Part Used | Whole plant | Uses | The whole plant is antibacterial, antiinflammatory, antimicrbial, antiphlogistic, antiviral, depurative, diuretic, emmenagogue, febrifuge, hypoglycaemic, laxative and ophthalmic. A decoction is used internally in the treatment of many ailments including c | Other Details | Used to garnish salads , curry dishes, stir fries, stews, and soups. A tea can be made from fresh and dried Houttuynia cordata parts. |