Question: The botanical name for the plant commonly known as hazardani is: (MCAER 2017)
Options:
Phyllanthus emblica
Phyllanthus niruri
Phyllanthus acidus
Phyllanthus amarus
✔Explanation: The botanical name, or scientific name, provides a precise and universally recognized way to identify a plant species. In this case, Phyllanthus niruri is the accepted botanical name for the plant commonly referred to as hazardani. It belongs to the genus Phyllanthus and is known for its various medicinal properties.
📌 Other Options =) Explanations:
-Phyllanthus emblica – Indian Gooseberry or Amla
-Phyllanthus acidus – Otaheite Gooseberry
Phyllanthus amarus – also has medicinal properties but is a distinct species from P. niruri 🔑KEY POINTS:
-It is native to Tamil Nadu.
-Its scientific name is Phyllanthus niruri.
-It belongs to the family Euphorbiaceae.
– The entire plant is used for the treatment of jaundice.
– It gives additional strength to human liver and used to treat other liver disorders.
-Also know as Keezhanelli (Gale of the wind)
📌 Other Options =) Explanations:
-Phyllanthus emblica – Indian Gooseberry or Amla
-Phyllanthus acidus – Otaheite Gooseberry
Phyllanthus amarus – also has medicinal properties but is a distinct species from P. niruri 🔑KEY POINTS:
-It is native to Tamil Nadu.
-Its scientific name is Phyllanthus niruri.
-It belongs to the family Euphorbiaceae.
– The entire plant is used for the treatment of jaundice.
– It gives additional strength to human liver and used to treat other liver disorders.
-Also know as Keezhanelli (Gale of the wind)