Aconitum heterophyllum
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Other Names : Atis Root, Aruna, Ghunapriya, Visa, Aconitum heterophyllum Wall Pennel
A perennial erect herb with greenish-blue flower found wild in alpine and sub-alpine Himalayas. Root of the herb is used in Ayurveda.
Special Precautions of Aconitum heterophyllum
Health Benefits and Uses of Aconitum heterophyllum
Atis root is primarily employed in the treatment of fevers including malarial conditions and acute respiratory disturbances. As compared to Aconite, which is an extremely toxic plant, Atis root is lesser toxic. However, it also undergoes the procedure of detoxification before being used in the manufacturing of Ayurvedic medicines. Experimental studies hint at its active anti-malarial and antipyretic activities.
