Plumbago zeylanica is a herb native to India and South East Asia and Also, in Hawaii, Virgin Island.
Plumbago zeylanica is a member of Plumbaginaceae plant family. This evergreen small shrub grows to a height of about 3 to 4 feet. The ovate leaves are thick and flashy. The flowers are either red alternatively, white in thick racemes.
Usage:
The roots in minute dosages are stimulant for liver.
Caution: Chitrak in large dosage may be toxic; it may lead to abortion in pregnant women. The roots are used as medicinal herb.
