Innovation Description
The traditional knowledge holder
has suggested treatment for wounds.
Disease symptoms: Redness, pain, pus,
swelling
Ingredients: 100 g leaves of Venappacha (Ageratum conyzoides L.).
Preparation: Collect and wash the leaves.
Dosage/Application: Wrap and tie the leaves over the affected area twice daily for 7-10 days.
Ingredients' availability: The plant is available in nearby fields.
Suggested Reading(s):
Arulprakash, K., Murugan, R., Ponrasu, T., Iyappan, K.,
Gayathri, V. S., & Suguna, L. (2012). Efficacy of Ageratum conyzoides
on tissue repair and collagen formation in rats. Clinical and Experimental
Dermatology, 37(4), 418–424.
