Orexis radiata

Orexis radiata, also known as the Indian snakeroot or Rauwolfia, is a plant species that belongs to the Apocynaceae family.

It has been traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine for its medicinal properties, which include antispasmodic, sedative, and antihypertensive effects.

The health benefits of Orexis radiata include reducing anxiety and stress, lowering blood pressure, and acting as a natural sedative to promote relaxation and improve sleep quality.

In herbal preparations, Orexis radiata is often used in the form of tinctures, decoctions, or dried roots, which can be consumed orally to reap its medicinal benefits.