Scientific Name
Prunella vulgaris L.
Synonyms
Family
Lamiaceae
Local Name
Kathri
Habit Habitat
An erect, hairy, perennial herb, up to 10-20 cm tall, common in meadows and moist slopes of temperate and sub-alpine zones.
Taxonomic Features
Stem quadrangular, purplish. Leaves simple, elliptic-ovate to elliptic-lanceolate, usually toothed. Inflorescence a compact, oblong, terminal, cylindrical spike. Flower zygomorphic, violet-purplish. Calyx 2-lipped. Corolla 2-lipped, upper lip hooded. Fruit is a nutlets, smooth, pale brown.
Flowering Fruiting
May-September
Harvesting Time
July-October
Medicinal Value
It is called self heal and has astringent, antiseptic properties and reduces blood pressure. Aerial parts treat sore throat, bleeding gums, hemorrhoid and heavy menstruation. Flowers are liver and gallbladder stimulant. Locally it is used as a vegetable which tones the organs and provide energy to body.
Parts Used
Whole plant
Future Prospective
Conservation, Collection, Drying, Packing, Herbal Pharmacy.
Plant Images
Prunella vulgaris L.