Azanza lampas explained

Azanza lampas is an Asian shrub in the family Malvaceae and tribe Gossypieae; its native range is tropical and subtropical Asia.^[1] It has yellow flowers, grows up to 3 metres and in Vietnam it is called Tra nhỏ.

Uses

Its roots and fruits are traditionally used to treat gonorrhea and syphilis.^[2] The paste made from its roots is used by the Korku tribe of Maharashtra and Nepal to cure jaundice.^[3]

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Notes and References

1. https://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:559027-1 POWO: Azanza lampas (Cav.) Alef.
2. Web site: Azanza lampas . Flowers of India . 20 February 2024.
3. Web site: Bulak-bulakan, Thespesia lampas (Cav.) Dalz. And Gibs, COMMON MALLOW, Philippine herbal medicine / Philippine Alternative Medicine.