Research Article | Published: 01 December 2003

Utilization, depletion and conservation of Safed Musli (Chlorophytum spp.)

N. Sreevidya, Vivek Kumar, Santosh Kumar and R. L. S. Sikarwar

Journal of Non-Timber Forest Products | Volume: 10 | Issue: 3/4 | Page No. 155-157 | 2003
DOI: https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps2000-2003-6A0KRK | Cite this article

Abstract

Chlorophytum tuberosum Baker, Chlorophytum laxum Br. and Chlorophytum borivilianum Sant. & Fern. are gaining economic importance because of their high medicinal value.  Commonly known as Safed Musli, it is described as ‘desi viagra’ for its aphrodisiac properties. They are sold for Rs. 500/- to Rs. 2,000/- per kg in different herbal markets of India. Because of its high economic value it is ruthlessly collected from the forest area which has rendered the species threatened. The paper deals with utilization and conservation aspects.

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Sreevidya, N., Kumar, V., Kumar, S. and Sikarwar, R.L.S., 2003. Utilization, depletion and conservation of Safed Musli (Chlorophytum spp.). Journal of Non-Timber Forest Products, 10(3/4), pp.155-157. https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps2000-2003-6A0KRK

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Manuscript Published on 01 December 2003

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