Botanical Descripion:
It is an erect, many-branched shrub, 30–60 cm tall with hairy stems. Leaves are green or purple; they are simple, petioled, with an ovate blade up to 5 cm (2 in) long, which usually has a slightly toothed margin; they are strongly scented. The purplish flowers are placed in close whorls on elongated racemes.
Propagation: Seeds, stem cuttings
Part/s used: Leaves, Seeds
Medicinal uses:
Insect bite, fever, cardiac diseases, respiratory problems, skin disorders, cough and cold, urinary infections, blood sugar, diabetes & weight reduction.
How is it used?: Decoction of leaves and seeds is consumed.