Karpura Valli is a juicy plant commonly available in Indian homes, particularly South India. Chemical name is Coleus Ambonicus. It is called as Oma valli in Malayalam, Ajwain in Hindi, Kattumaruva in Kannada.
Though it belongs to the Labiatae family, it is commonly referred as Oregano.
How to use:
Raw Karpura valli leaves can be eaten.
A decotion of Karpura valli and tulsi help alleviate cold and cough.
Dip the leaves in bhajji flour and make bhajjis.
Here's an excellent recipe: http://lifewithspices.blogspot.in/2011/11/karpuravallicuban-oregano-rasam.html
Though it belongs to the Labiatae family, it is commonly referred as Oregano.
As per the description provided in the book, Indian Medicinal Plants: An Illustrated Dictionary, Karpura Valli is stimulant, expectorant, and diaphoretic. Its alcoholic extract is antibacterial. The Karpura Valli oil extracted from the plant possesses muscle relaxant action.
Raw Karpura valli leaves can be eaten.
A decotion of Karpura valli and tulsi help alleviate cold and cough.
Dip the leaves in bhajji flour and make bhajjis.
Here's an excellent recipe: http://lifewithspices.blogspot.in/2011/11/karpuravallicuban-oregano-rasam.html
I am growing Karpuravalli plants in my place. Those who require can send me a mail or contact me by sending an sms. my mail id is immonarayanan@gmail.com and my mobile number is 07418962872.
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