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helicteres isora (n)
East Indian shrub often cultivated for its hairy leaves and orange-red flowers
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East Indian shrub often cultivated for its hairy leaves and orange-red flowers
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Helicteres isora, commonly known as East Indian Screw Tree, is a deciduous shrub native to South and Southeast Asia.
The distinctive fruit of Helicteres isora is a twisted capsule that resembles a screw, giving the plant its nickname.
The genus name "Helicteres" originates from the Greek word "helix," meaning "spiral," referring to the twisted fruit.
Helicteres isora has been traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.
