Pergularia erecta

Pergularia erecta, also known as the Indian snakeroot, is a perennial herb native to the Indian subcontinent, belonging to the Apocynaceae family.

It has been used in traditional medicine for centuries due to its medicinal properties, which include anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic effects, as well as its ability to lower blood pressure and treat various health issues such as fever, rheumatism, and epilepsy.

The health benefits of Pergularia erecta include its potential to reduce anxiety and stress, improve sleep quality, and even help manage diabetes.

In herbal preparations, Pergularia erecta is often used in the form of decoctions, infusions, or ointments, and is also used to make medicines that can be administered orally or topically.