Chirio Ro khet
Common weed in dry and sandy habitats, waste lands and cultivated fields. An erect slender annual herb with slender stems, thickened nodes and umbellate branches. Leaves sessile in dense whorls at each node. Flowers on
stiff filiform pedicels, usually in groups of 3-4. Fruit is a rounded capsule containing numerous smooth yellowish brown seed. Flowering and fruiting in September to November.
Part used: Whole plant
Usage: An antiseptic and stomachic. An infusion of plant is used in fevers and for promoting lochial discharges and blood purification. Oil prepared by boiling the roots in any edible oil applied externally for gout and
rheumatism. Seed boiled in water and filtrate is taken oral1y to keep body cool during summer.
Agrotechniques : Not available, can be grown easily from seed