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Tagetes erecta L.

( National Innovation Foundation - India )

Herbal Treatment for Wound

By : Ms. Meenakshi Patra, Puruliya, West Bengal

Innovation Description

The traditional knowledge holder has suggested treatment for wound.
Disease symptoms: Pain, bleeding, swelling
Ingredients: Fresh leaves/flowers of Genda (Tagetes erecta L.).            
Preparation: Collect, wash and crush the leaves/flowers to make a paste.
Dosage/Application: Apply the prepared paste over the affected area once daily until relief.
Ingredient's availability: The plant is available in nearby places.

Suggested Reading(s):

Oguwike, F. N., Onubueze, D. P. M., & Ughachukwu, P. (2013). Evaluation of activities of Marigold extract on wound healing of albino wister rat. Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences, 8(5), 67-70.

Keywords
Wound Pain Bleeding Genda Tagetes erecta L. Asteraceae Leaves Paste Paste

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