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SCFBio, IIT Delhi Hauz Khas, New Delhi
Medicinal Plant TaxID: 197426

Operculina turpethum

Family: Convolvulaceae • Common: Indian jalap; Terpeth root; Transparent Wood Rose; Turpeth Root; White Day Glory
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Overview

Species Operculina turpethum
Habit Climber
Habitat Degraded forest areas; also in moist localities in plains
Distribution (India)
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Natural Products

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