Name any 5 medicine plants found in Arunachal Pradesh
And their benefits
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Some of the most economical plants are Acorus, Andrographis, Aqularia, Dioscorea, Oroxylum, Rauvolfia, Tinospora, Withania, etc in low altitudes, while for high altitudes it is Aconitum, Coptis, Gymnadaenia, Illicium, Panax, Picrorrhiza, Rubia, Taxus, etc.
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There are over 500 species of medicinal plants reported so far from Arunachal Pradesh. They can not only cure our ailments but can also be potential source of economy to the state.
1. Acorus calamus(Boch, Vacha, Vayambu) This perennial herb of marshy habitats is easy to cultivate through rhizome cuttings in tropical and sub-tropical zones. The tubers are traded as it is reputed as brain tonic, coolant and drug for colic. It has high demand in the market. Commercial production from 3rd year.
2. Andrographis paniculate(Kalmegh, Chiraita teeta) This bitter annual herb hepato protective properties and is an anthelmentic and liver tonic. It is a blood purifier too. The whole plant is used. It is one of the high demand species propagated through seeds and ideal for open or partial shade localities in low altitudes. Crop ready in 4-6 months.
3. Aquilatia agallocha(Agar, Sasi, Indian eagle wood) This tropical deciduous tree is very valuable for its transformed wood which on distillation yield Agar oil which has high export value. Cultivation is through seed raised seedlings. Suitable for both open and partial shade. Artificial induction of agar in live trees is possible. Takes 8-20 years for agar development