Operculina coptica

Operculina coptica, also known as snake root or convolvulus, is a climbing plant native to tropical Asia and Africa, belonging to the family Convolvulaceae.

The plant has been traditionally used in medicine for its various medicinal properties, including anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, and antispasmodic effects.

Operculina coptica has been found to have health benefits such as reducing fever, alleviating pain, and treating respiratory issues like bronchitis and asthma, as well as improving digestion and reducing inflammation.

In Ayurvedic medicine, the plant is used to prepare herbal preparations, including decoctions, infusions, and powders, which are administered orally to harness its medicinal properties.