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Bhuin Chitap

Local Name	:	Bhuin Chitap
Botanical Name	:	Geophila repens (L.) I.M.Johnst.
Common Name	:	Snake Pennywort
Family	:	Rubiaceae
Distribution	:	It is distributed across tropical regions worldwide, including tropical Africa, Southeast Asia, Australia, the Pacific Islands, and Central and South America. In India, it is primarily found in the Western Ghats, Eastern Ghats, and the northeastern states, thriving in the shaded, moist conditions of tropical forests. Within Odisha, it occurs in the forested areas of the Eastern Ghats and coastal regions, particularly in shaded and humid environments. Its habitat preference is for the forest floor under dense canopies in tropical and subtropical climates.
Habit	:	Herb
Short Description	:	It is a creeping herb, known for its small, glossy leaves and delicate white flowers. It thrives in tropical and subtropical forest floors, often found in shaded, moist environments.

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Descriptions

It exhibits a creeping growth habit with slender, prostrate stems that spread along the ground. The leaves are small, oval to elliptical, with a smooth or slightly wavy margin and a glossy surface. Its flowers are small, white in color, and have a tubular shape with a slightly rounded, lobed corolla. The plant produces small, round fruits that are often fleshy and contain seeds.

Flowering & Fruiting Period

July - October

Use(s)

It is also employed in treating wounds and digestive issues in some indigenous practices.