Mimosa pudica L.
( National Innovation Foundation - India )
Herbal Treatment for Malaria
By : Mr. Rajlal Sinh ,
Madhubani,
Bihar
Innovation Description
The traditional knowledge holder has suggested herbal treatment for malaria.
Disease symptoms: Feel very sick, high fever, shaking chills
Ingredients: 5 g root of Lajauni (Mimosa pudica L.) and 1 fruit Marich (Piper nigrum L.).
Preparation: Grind and mix with 1 cup of water.
Dosage/Application: Consume the prepared juice daily morning empty stomach on Sunday and tuesday.
Ingredients' availability: The plants are available in nearby places.
Suggested reading(s):
Aarthi, N., & Murugan,
K. (2011). Antimalarial activity and phytochemical screening of ethanolic leaf
extract of Phyllanthus niruri and Mimosa pudica. International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Development, 3(3), 198-205.
Kolhe, S. R., Borole, P.,
& Patel, U. (2011). Extraction and evaluation of piperine from Piper
nigrum Linn. International Journal of Applied Biology and Pharmaceutical
Technology, 2(2), 144-149.
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