Onosma bracteatum

Physical Characteristics

Onosma bracteatum is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.4 m (1ft 4in). The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil and can tolerate drought.

Distribution

E. Asia - Himalayas from Uttar Pradesh to C. Nepal.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds; South Wall. In. West Wall. In.

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

Alterative Demulcent Leprosy Miscellany Refrigerant Tonic The plant is alterative, demulcent, refrigerant and tonic[240]. A decoction is used in the treatment of rheumatism, syphilis and leprosy[240]. The plant is considered to be useful in relieving excessive thirst and restlessness in febrile excitement, and also to be useful in relieving functional palpitation of the heart, irritation of the bladder and stomach, and strangury[240].

Known Hazards

None known