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Swasmari

Local Name	:	Swasmari
Botanical Name	:	Tylophora asthmatica (L.f.) Wight & Arn.
Common Name	:	Indian Ipecac
Family	:	Apocynaceae
Distribution	:	It is widely distributed in tropical regions, including parts of Africa, Southeast Asia, and Australia. In India, it is commonly found in the Western Ghats, Eastern Ghats, and parts of the northeastern states, thriving in forested and hilly areas. Within Odisha, it is primarily located in the forested regions of the Eastern Ghats and other moist, shaded habitats.
Habit	:	Climber
Short Description	:	It is a woody, perennial climber with slender, twining stems and ovate, leathery leaves. It produces small, pale green flowers in clusters and bears elongated, cylindrical fruits.

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Descriptions

It is a climbing or trailing perennial with thick, woody stems that can grow up to several meters long. Its leaves are heart-shaped or ovate, with a smooth edge and a prominent network of veins. The plant produces small, tubular flowers that are usually greenish or pale yellow and are arranged in loose clusters. The flowers have a distinctive, sweet fragrance. The plant also bears small, smooth, and elongated fruits that contain numerous seeds.

Flowering & Fruiting Period

July - September

Use(s)

This plant is valued for its traditional use in treating respiratory ailments and related conditions.