2. COLEUS AMBOINICUS
It is now known as Plectranthus amboinicus.
It is a semi- succulent perennial plant.
It has pungent oregano like flavour and odour.
Its common names are Indian borage, Mexican Plant,
and so on.
It is a tropical plant.
4. MORPHOLOGY
It is a large, succulent, aromatic, perennial
herb.
Its approx. 30-90 cm in height.
It has thick, fleshy stem & leaves.
5. MEDICINAL USES OF C.AMBOINICUS
It’s a folkloric medicinal plant used for
treating the following disorders:
Malarial Fever
Hepatopathy
Cough
Chronic Asthma