Menispermaceae
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Tinospora
Tinospora is a genus of flowering plants in the family Menispermaceae. It is commonly known as guduchi or amrita, and is native to the Indian subcontinent. Tinospora has been used for centuries in Ayurvedic medicine for its many health benefits. This plant is a popular remedy for a variety of ailments, including fever, diabetes, and arthritis. In this article, we…
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Menispermaceae
Description Menispermaceae is a family of flowering plants commonly known as moonseed family. There are approximately 75 genera and 450 species in this family. They are mostly found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world. The name Menispermaceae is derived from the Greek words “menis” meaning crescent and “sperma” meaning seed, referring to the crescent-shaped seeds produced by many…
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Styrophyton Caudatum
Description Styrophyton Caudatum is a species of woody vine that belongs to the family Menispermaceae. It is commonly known as the “caudate climbing bamboo” due to its unique appearance. The plant is native to Southeast Asia, specifically in countries like Thailand, Indonesia, and Malaysia. It can grow up to 10 meters in length and has a diameter of 3-4 cm.…
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Diploclisia
Description Diploclisia is a plant that belongs to the family Menispermaceae. It is a vine that is native to Southeast Asia and is commonly found in Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines. The plant is also known as “Angkak” in the Philippines and is used in traditional medicine. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Magnoliophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Ranunculales…
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