Tridax procumbens L. (Asteraceae) has been found to be very effective wound-healer. This valuable medicinal plant is used by Bhil tribe of Ratlam district to cure cut, injuries / wounds.
Tridax procumbens, Wound-Healer, Bhil Tribe, Ratlam District
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Jadhav, D., 2015. Tridax procumbens L. (Asteraceae) - A Wonderful Wound-Healer from Bhil Tribe of Ratlam District (M.P.) India. Journal of Non-Timber Forest Products, 22(1), pp.31-32. https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps2000-2015-X38GRY
Manuscript Published on 01 March 2015
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