What is the Indian name for Abutilon indicum?
Abutilon Indicum (Linn. Sweet family Malvaceae commonly called as ‘Country mallow’ (English), ‘Kanghi’ (Hindi) and ‘Atibala’ (Sanskrit). It is a perennial shrub, softly tomentose and up to 3 m in height. Thuthi plant’s botanical name is Abutilon Indicum and it’s common name is Indian mallow. We call it Thuthi in Tamil, Kanghi in Hindi, Tuttura Benda in Telugu, Atibala in Sanskrit, Thuththi in Malayalam and Navene Akke in Kannada.
Is Abutilon a hibiscus?
Abutilon (Flowering Maple) are hibiscus relatives that have been used for ages as houseplants with little attention paid to their winter hardiness. Perennial forms of hibiscus, commonly known as rose mallow, are derivatives of native wildflowers that grow naturally in sunny, swampy areas from Minnesota to Florida, zones 4-9.
What are the benefits of Abutilon?
Atibala, also known as Indian Mallow (Abutilon indicum), is a medicinal herb that has long been a part of traditional medicine. It boasts anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and immune-boosting properties that enhance overall health and well-being. Atibala is considered balya in Ayurveda, which means that it increases strength, vigor and vitality. It is used in facial paralysis and joint disorders. It is also indicated as a uterine tonic as well as an aphrodisiac.