करहाटः – Randia dumetorum

 

Name – मदनः

Botanical name – Randia dumetorum

Description – This consists of the fruits of Randia dumetorum Linn. Of the family Rubiaceae.

Chemical Constituents- It contains neutral and acid saponins, essential oils and acid resin

Use – The drug is emetic, anthelmintic, Anti-microbial, abortifacient and astringent. Root useful in Skin diseases.. It is wild in scrub jungle