Geophila repens (L.) I.M.Johnst


Geophila repens (L.) I.M.Johnst.
(Rubiaceae)
Berbera Reserve Forest, Odisha 
August 2015
Status : Endemic to Eastern Ghats 

It is a creeping, evergreen, perennial herb and often forming dense close colonies in shaded places.
Medicinal Values: A decoction of the boiled plant is used as a treatment for coughs.The fruits have antifungal properties. 


Important for : Researcher who work on Cancer cell, can try this plant.


Edible parts: Seeds 



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