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Ixora coccine

   Ixora coccine  is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceaefamily. It is a common flowering shrub native to Southern India and Sri Lanka. It has become one of the most popular flowering shrubs in South Florida gardens and landscapes. Its name derives from an Indian deity.coccinea is a dense, multi-branched evergreen shrub, commonly 4–6 ft (1.2–2 m) in height, but capable of reaching up to 12 ft (3.6 m) high. It has a rounded form, with a spread that may exceed its height. The glossy, leathery, oblong leaves are about 4 in (10 cm) long, with entire margins, and are carried in opposite pairs or whorled on the stems. Small tubular, scarletflowers in dense rounded clusters 2-5 in (5–13 cm) across are produced almost all year long.Although there are around 500 species in the genus Ixora, only a handful are commonly cultivated, and the common name, Ixora, is usually used for I. coccinea. I. coccinea is used in warm climates for hedges and screens, foundation plantings, massed in flowering beds, or grown as a specimen shrub or small tree. In cooler climes, it is grown in a greenhouse or as a potted house plant requiring bright light. I. coccinea is also grown in containers, looking very distinguished as a patio or poolside plant. This tight, compact shrub is much branched and tolerates hard pruning, making it ideal for formal hedges, although it is at its best when not sheared

.Various kind of Ixora which have  Ixora coccinea as a parent produce differently coloured blooms, chiefly in shade of orange, yellow and pink, as well as red.

 வெட்சி (இட்லிப் பூ அல்லது இட்லி பூ) என்பது ரூபியேசியேக் குடும்பத்தைச் சேர்ந்த தாவரமாகும். என்றும் பசுமையான மலர்ச்செடிகளான ரூபியேசியே குடும்பத்தில் 529 சிற்றினங்கள் காணப்படுகின்றன.

உலகெங்கிலுமுள்ள அயன மண்டலம், உப அயன மண்டல நாடுகளில் தோன்றினாலும் அயன மண்டல் ஆசியா, குறிப்பாக இந்தியா இதன் பல்வகைமை செறிந்து காணப்படும் நாடாகும்.^[2] இப்போது ஐக்கிய அமெரிக்கா நாடுகளிலும் வெட்சி வளர்க்கப்படுகிறது.

இத்தாவரம் 3-6 அங்குலம் நீளமுள்ள தோல் போன்ற இலையையும் சிறு பூக்களின் கொத்துக்களால் ஆனது. அமில மண்ணுக்கு பொருத்தமான இத்தாவரம் பொன்சாய் செய்கைக்கு ஏற்றது.

மருத்துவ பயன்கள் 

வெட்சிப்பூ மேக வழல் விட்டோடும் வாசனையாம்
அடசி வழி யாயுயிர் கொள்ளா ரணங்கே -எச்சுஞ்
சுரமுடனே தாகந் தொலைக்கும் உலகில்
விரைவாய் இளைப்பகற்றும் விள (அகத்தியர் குண பாடம் )

பூவை -வெள்ளாட்டுபாலில் கொடுக்க வெள்ளை தீரும்
பூவை குடிநீராக்கி குடிக்க சுரம் தீரும்
பூவை நெய்விட்டு வதக்கி -சீரகம் ,சிறுநாகபூவுடன் உண்ண-நீர் வேட்கை போகும்
வேரை-திப்பிலயுடன் கொடுக்க -கழிச்சல் நிற்கும்
வேரை புண்ணில் போட புண் சீக்கிரம் ஆறும் 

There are numerous named cultivars differing in flower colour (yellow, pink, orange) and plant size. Several popular cultivars are dwarfs, usually staying under 3 ft (1 m) in height. Ixora 'Nora Grant' is a popular dwarf and 'Super King' is a popular hybrid with much larger flower clusters than the species. Many new cultivars and hybridsof I. coccinea have come to market in the last couple of decades, leading to a resurgence in popularity for the beautiful flame-of-the-woods.

 

The flowers, leaves, roots, and the stem are used to treat various ailments in the Indian traditional system of medicine, the Ayurveda, and in various folk medicines. The fruits, when fully ripe, are used as a dietary source.

Ixora coccinea, commonly called flame of the woods or jungle geranium, is a rounded evergreen shrub that that typically grows to 4-6' (less frequently to 10') tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka and southeast Asia, but is now widely grown in tropical areas around the world. It has become a very popular flowering shrub in southern Florida. Woody stems are clad with opposite, leathery, elliptic to oblong, glossy, dark green leaves (each to 4" long). Tubular, 4-petaled, bright red flowers bloom in coyrmbose cymes (each to 5" wide). Primary bloom is in summer, but sporadic bloom occurs throughout the year. Flowers are followed by round dark purple/black fruits (drupes).

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www.malaysianherbals.com Phyla nodiflora Greene -Poduthalai-(109) பொடுதலை

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Poduthalai is an annual herb which is very common in the wet habitations of India. The Botanical name of Puduthalai is Phyla nodiflora Greene. Rich and Verbena nodiflora L. There are various other names by which this medicinal plant is known include Ratoliya, Ratuliyo and Ratveliyo in Gujarati, Nela hippali in Kannada, Jalapimpali and Ratoliy in Marathi, Bakan, Bukan, Bhuiokra and Moknaa in Punjabi, Podutalei in Tamil, Bhuiokra in Bengali, Jalapa-pili, Bhuiokra and Lundra in Hindi, Kattuttippali in Malayalam, Bukkan in Oriya, Jalapippali and Vachira in Sanskrit and Bokkena, Bokenaku and Nelaguridi in Telugu. 


In Siddha  and Ayurveda, Poduthalai is regarded as a cooling, aphrodisiac, astringent to the bowels, vulnerary, stomachic, anthelmintic and alexiteric. It is used in the treatment of diseases of the heart, asthma, blood and eye, bronchitis, loss of consciousness, thirst and to promote in the healing of wounds and ulcers. In Unani, it is regarded as a diuretic and maturant, and used in the treatment of colds and fevers. Poduthalai is also used to treat constipation, is chury and knee-joint pains. A paste or poultice prepared from the fresh plant is used as a suppurant or maturant to heal swollen cervical glands, erysipelas, chronic indolent ulcers and boils. An astringent, bitter infusion prepared from the leaves and tender stalks of this plant is given to children to relieve indigestion and to women following childbirth. The crushed leaves are applied externally over the forehead to relieve headache among the Rabaris in the Barda Hills of Gujarat. The leaves of Poduthalai, ground with garlic, are used to relieve toothache among the tribal inhabitants of southern Andhra Pradesh. 

Medical benefits of Forg fruit, purple lippia|Phyla Nodiflora|   poduthalai :

MIx Dried leaf powder of Phyla Nodiflora with Cumin seed powder in 2:1 ratio.  Take 4 g of the mixture with lukewarm water once a day. Chew 2-3 leaves of Phyla Nodiflora twice a day can cure piles.  Use leaf paste of Phyla Nodiflora on the infected Skin or Ulcers.  It helps in the ripening of Ulcers

Poduthalai is a wild plant commonly grows in gardens as weeds and near water bodies. It is also grown in some gardens as ornamental plants for its attractive purple color flowers. It is known as Frog fruit or Purple Lippia in English.
The scientific name is Phyla nodiflora [ Lippia nodiflora ].-
This is extensively used in Ayurveda and Siddha system of medicine for dandruff treatment and other skin related problems. It also helps to relieve stomach disorders.

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மாதுளம் பழம்.

One of the oldest known fruits, found in writings and artifacts of many cultures and religions, the pomegranate (punica granatum) is an original native of Persia. This nutrient dense, antioxidant rich fruit has been revered as a symbol of health, fertility and eternal life.

Seeding a Pomegranate Cut the crown (protruding blossom end) off the pomegranate, removing with it some of the pale-yellow pith. Take care not to pierce the seeds within. Lightly score the skin in quarters from stem to crown end. Immerse the scored fruit in a large bowl of cool water and soak for 5 minutes. Holding the fruit under water, break sections apart with your fingers, separating the seeds from membrane. The seeds will sink to the bottom of the bowl. Discard skin and membranes. Drain the seeds and dry on paper towels.

Antioxidant Rich Smoothie  Serves: 2 Preparation Time: 5 minutes Ingredients: 8 cups organic baby spinach 1 cup pomegranate juice 1 cup blueberries, frozen 1 cup strawberries, frozen 8 dates, cut in half 2 tablespoons flaxseeds, ground 1/2 avocado, optional Instructions: Blend all ingredients together. This is delicious & very healthy!

If you're not familiar with the pomegranate, it is a red fruit with a tough outer layer; only the juice and the seeds inside are edible. Pomegranate juice is available year round, but you can purchase fresh pomegranates in most grocery stores from September through January. When refrigerated in a plastic bag, pomegranates keep for up to 2 months. Try tossing the seeds on a salad for a brilliantly colorful, crunchy, and nutritious addition.

Seeding a pomegranate may seem like a lot of work for just a piece of fruit but think again, getting at those seeds may be well worth it. The pomegranate is a nutrient dense food source rich in phytochemical compounds. Pomegranates contain high levels of flavonoids and polyphenols, potent antioxidants offering protection against heart disease and cancer. A glass of pomegranate juice has more antioxidants than red wine, green tea, blueberries, and cranberries.1

Amazing Clinical Results
This fantastic little fruit recently made its way back into the news after some spectacular clinical results. Here's what you need to know:

A compound found only in pomegranates called punicalagin is shown to benefit the heart and blood vessels. Punicalagin is the major component responsible for pomegranate's antioxidant and health benefits. It not only lowers cholesterol, but also lowers blood pressure and increases the speed at which heart blockages (atherosclerosis) melt away.

Recent medical research studied heart patients with severe carotid artery blockages. They were given an ounce of pomegranate juice each day for a year. Not only did study participants' blood pressure lower by over 12 percent, but there was a 30 percent reduction in atherosclerotic plaque. Just as astounding, participants who did not take the pomegranate juice saw their atherosclerotic plaque increase by 9 percent.2

In other studies, potent antioxidant compounds found in pomegranates have shown to reduce platelet aggregation and naturally lower blood pressure, factors that prevent both heart attacks and strokes.3

Not only are pomegranates good for your heart and blood vessels but they have been shown to inhibit breast cancer, prostate cancer, colon cancer, leukemia and to prevent vascular changes that promote tumor growth in lab animals.4 Several in vitro studies have shown this remarkable anti-cancer effect.5 Additional studies and clinical trials currently taking place are hopeful to reveal this fascinating effect on humans.

Also of note, pomegranate juice contains phytochemical compounds that stimulate serotonin and estrogen receptors, improving symptoms of depression and increasing bone mass in lab animals.6

Health Benefits of the Pomegranate

• Most powerful anti-oxidant of all fruits
• Potent anti-cancer and immune supporting effects
• Inhibits abnormal platelet aggregation that could cause heart attacks, strokes and embolic disease
• Lowers cholesterol and other cardiac risk factors
• Lowers blood pressure
• Shown to promote reversal of atherosclerotic plaque in human studies
• May have benefits to relieve or protect against depression and osteoporosis

Many studies show that the pomegranate is one of the most powerful, nutrient dense foods for overall good health. These clinical findings clearly show a correlation between pomegranate compounds and their positive effect on both human and animal cardiovascular, nervous, and skeletal health. This is one fruit that you can't afford to exclude from your diet!
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