Anacyclus

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Anacyclus
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Anacyclus pyrethrum
Anacyclus pyrethrum
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Order: Asterales
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Family: Asteraceae
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Genus: Anacyclus
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Species
Anacyclus clavatus
Anacyclus homogamos
Anacyclus linearilobus
Anacyclus maroccanus
Anacyclus monanthos
Anacyclus pyrethrum
Anacyclus radiatus
Anacyclus valentinus
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Anacyclus is a genus of plants in the Asteraceae family.

The roots of A. pyrethrum are known as pellitory in Europe and akrakara in India. The root is imported mainly from Mediterranean countries. Because of its powerful irritant action the root is considered a stimulant and is often an ingredient of aphrodisics and nervous stimulants used in facial palsy, paralysis, hemiplegia and fibromylagia etc.

References

  • Puri, H.S. (2003) Rasayana: Ayurvedic Herbs for Longevity and Rejuvenation. Taylor & Francis, LondonTemplate:Asteraceae-stub
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