Botanical Name:Gloriosa superba
Other Names:flame lily, climbing lily, creeping lily, glory lily, gloriosa lily, tiger claw, agnishikha and fire lily.
Gloriosa superba is a graceful, herbaceous vine that originates from a robust tuberous rootstock. Its leaves are arranged alternately or in opposite pairs, presenting as simple, strap-like structures with tendril-like tips. The flowers emerge on elongated stalks and feature six distinct parts, showcasing vibrant yellow or red hues with undulating margins.
Medicinal Uses:
- Treatment of gout
- Infertility
- Open wounds
- Snakebite
- Ulcers
- Arthritis
- Cholera
- Colic
- Kidney problems
- Typhus
- Itching
- Leprosy
