🌿 Sarpagandha
✅ Native

Sarpagandha

Rauvolfia serpentina · Apocynaceae

Root yields reserpine, historically used for hypertension; assessed as threatened by over-collection

🗺️ Native range in India: Moist deciduous forest floors of the sub-Himalaya and peninsula

Why Sarpagandha is a great native choice

  • Root yields reserpine, historically used for hypertension
  • assessed as threatened by over-collection
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Frequently asked questions

Is Sarpagandha native to India?

Yes. Sarpagandha (Rauvolfia serpentina) is native to India. Root yields reserpine, historically used for hypertension; assessed as threatened by over-collection

What are the benefits of Sarpagandha?

Key benefits include: Root yields reserpine, historically used for hypertension; assessed as threatened by over-collection.

Should I plant Sarpagandha?

Yes, Sarpagandha is a good native choice for India. Native plants support local birds, bees and butterflies and are usually well suited to the local climate.

More native plants for India

Sources: R7, R11, R12. See full references.

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