Red-flame Ivy (Murikooti)

An introduction

Red flame-ivy (Hemigraphis colorata Blume) is a tropical perennial herb which grows up to 30cm height. It belongs to Acanthaceae plant family. In Kerala, Red flame-ivy is known as Murikooti or Muriyan pacha. Vranaropani is the Sanskrit name of Red flame-ivy. Metal leaf, Aluminium plant, Java Ivy, Cemetary plant, Waffle plant are other common names of Red flame-ivy.  Word meaning of Murikootti is wound healer. It is also an air freshener plant. 

Due to its colorful foliages, Murikootti is using as a garden plant. It could be grown as indoor or outdoor potted plant or as hanging plants. Traditionally use it as drugs, dyes and food supplements. As per International Journal of Herbal Medicines, Murikootti leaves contain phytochemicals like flavonoids, polyphenols, tannins along with high potassium and low sodium levels which provides curative properties.

Medicinal uses of Murikootti

1.  A paste made from Murikootti leaves is used for the treatment of cuts and wounds.                                                                                                  

2. Murikootti is used for stopping all external bleeding.

     3. Used for the treatment of Anaemia, Ulcers, Inflamations, Pitta, Skin        complaints and more.                                                                                                4. It controls Blood sugar.

Murikootti is a must to keep plant in every home.

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