Anacyclus
Anacyclus pyrethrum
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Plantae Division: Magnoliophyta Class: Magnoliopsida Order: Asterales Family: Asteraceae Genus: Anacyclus L.
Species
Anacyclus clavatus Anacyclus homogamos Anacyclus linearilobus Anacyclus maroccanus Anacyclus monanthos Anacyclus pyrethrum Anacyclus radiatus Anacyclus valentinus

Anacyclus is a genus of plants in the Asteraceae family.

The roots of A. pyrethrum are known as pellitory in Europe and akrakara in India. The root is imported mainly from Mediterranean countries. Because of its powerful irritant action the root is considered a stimulant and is often an ingredient of aphrodisics and nervous stimulants used in facial palsy, paralysis, hemiplegia and fibromylagia etc.

References

• Puri, H.S. (2003) Rasayana: Ayurvedic Herbs for Longevity and Rejuvenation. Taylor & Francis, London

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Source: adapted by the editor from Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia; from the article "Anacyclus". Image Credit.

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