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There are 14 species of whipcord cobra lily found in Uttarakhand. In some research papers, this plant has been mentioned to be used in arthritis, snake bite, dog bite. But due to its toxic nature, use only under the supervision of a qualified doctor or expert.
Nowadays, the Cobra Plant or Whipcord Cobra Lily is blooming in high altitude mountainous areas. It looks like the hood of a snake. Its leaves are like a transparent tube and the upper part is bloated like a balloon. A little below this balloon-like part, there is an open part, from which a leaf comes out like a snake’s tongue. In traditional medicine, its roots and stems are used as medicinal plants. It is used as a medicine to remove stomach worms in cattle. Its juice is applied on the wounds of cattle to kill any parasites. The dried powder of its branch is applied on snake bites. The seeds are mixed with salt and used to treat colic in sheep.
At present, not many people know about this plant. It is nothing less than a curiosity for those who see it for the first time. Especially regarding its size. Some research papers have also been printed on this. Its plants are visible in Uttarkashi district at an altitude of about 2000 to 3300 meters above sea level. Whipcard cobra lily is a bisexual plant, which in Hindi language it is called Bunk, Bagh, Jandhara or Nagparni and its botanical name is Arisaema tortuosum Wall, which is a plant of Ariaceae family. Due to the potentially toxic nature of this plant, it should only be used internally under the supervision of a qualified physician or knowledgeable.
14 species found in Uttarakhand
According to Dr. Shambhu Prasad Nautiyal, a resident of Uttarkashi, who is interested in flora, there are about 183 species of this plant worldwide. Out of which 14 species are found only in Uttarakhand Himalayas. It is very visible in the high Himalayan lakes and in the forests of Oak, Buransh and Deodar. Talking about Uttarkashi, this plant can be easily seen in Dodital, Nachiketa Tal.
Root is used more
According to Nautiyal, its root is used more. Which is harvested in early spring and dried for later use. The fresh root is considered too dangerous to use, while the dried roots become dormant, so only partially dried roots are used medicinally.
what is used in
In some research papers, this plant has been used to cure rheumatism, abdominal pain, snakebite, piles, constipation, dyspepsia, colic pain, dysentery, contraceptive, worm infestation, dog bite and liver infection. mention has been found. Its dried leaves are also used in respiratory problems.
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