Rauvolfia tetraphylla
Planted on October 7, 2024
Rauvolfia tetraphylla is a shrub native to tropical regions, including India and Southeast Asia. It has glossy green leaves arranged in whorls of four and produces small, white flowers followed by red or black berries. The plant is renowned for its medicinal alkaloids, particularly reserpine, which is used to manage hypertension and mental disorders. It is also employed in traditional remedies for treating snake bites and other ailments.
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