Forest Pepper (Kakkathodali)
Zanthoxylum asiaticum
| Synonyme | Toddalia asiatica |
|---|---|
| Famille | Rutaceae |
| Parties utilisées | root, leaf |
Orange climber is a woody, prickly climbing shrub of the citrus family with three-part, aromatic leaves and small orange fruits that taste like pepper. It grows in forests of India, including the Western Ghats, and across Africa and Asia.
Its root and leaf are used in Ayurvedic and folk practice in Kerala. They are traditionally included in warming preparations for joint comfort and in preparations for respiratory comfort.
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