Bergera koenigii L.
Vernacular name: Kari patta
Species Name: Bergera koenigii L.
Family: Rutaceae
Habit: Shrub
Stem: Weak, Brownish
Leaf: Pinnate, strong aroma, leaflets 11-25, ovate, serrate, shining
Flowering: February-April
Flowers: Panicle inflorescence, bisexual flowers, White, Calyx hairy, Petals linear-oblong, gland-dotted, Stamens 10,
Fruit: dark-red berries
Uses:
- Leaves are digestive, tonic, stimulant, rich in vitamin A and calcium.
- Leaves are also used for treating diarrhea, dysentery and checking vomiting.
- Bark-paste is antiseptic and is applied to skin eruptions.
- Root extract is taken for relief from renal pain.
- Cultivated for its leaves which are very aromatic and are used to flavor curries
