Sarcostemma acidum — a medium houseplant
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Sarcostemma acidum

Sarcostemma Acidum

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Cynanchum acidum is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae, typically found in the arid parts of peninsular India where it is used in religious sacrifices. The plant is religiously linked to Hinduism and is believed to be a major ingredient of the Soma in Ancient India.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Genus
Sarcostemma
Family
Apocynaceae
PLATES
Sarcostemma acidum flower
PLATE 01 · flower
Sarcostemma acidum flower
PLATE 02 · flower
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