Scientific Name
Geum elatum Wall. ex G. Don
Synonyms
Family
Rosaceae
Local Name
Punjali Punja
Habit Habitat
A perennial herb found in wood land area of temperate and sub-alpine zones.
Taxonomic Features
Leaf compound, basal leaves pinnately lobed, the terminal lobe largest. Stem leaves smaller. Inflorescence solitary or in clusters. Flower actinomorphic, yellow, 3-4 cm broad. Sepals-5. Petals -5. Fruit globose, hairy. Seed hooked.
Flowering Fruiting
March-June
Harvesting Time
May-September
Medicinal Value
This plant is quinine substitute, treats fever. Locally used in diarrhea, inflammation, hemorrhoids and stomach problems.
Parts Used
Whole plant
Future Prospective
Conservation, Cultivation, Herbal Pharmacy, Allopathic Pharmacy.
Plant Images
Geum elatum Wall. ex G. Don