Naringi crenulata, commonly known as Narinarakam or Magavilvam, is a traditional medicinal plant used in India to treat various ailments, including colic, vomiting, dysentery, and sprains, with different parts of the plant used for specific purposes. Here's a more detailed look at the uses of Naringi crenulata: Traditional Uses: Root: Used to cure vomiting, dysentery, and colic disorders. Fruit: Fruit decoction is used as an insect repellent agent. Bark: Bark juice is applied externally for speedy relief in sprain. Leaves: Leaf paste, when consumed with milk, can help with mental disorders, digestive problems, and epilepsy. Decoction from leaves is used to treat cold and cough. External application of fresh leaf extract on the head promotes hair growth. Chewing raw leaves regularly is believed to support pregnancy in women. Other Uses: The plant is used to treat boils, body pain, and diarrhea. It is believed to have anthelmintic, astringent, and purgative properties. Dried powdered fruits are used as a stimulant and tonic. The plant is used to treat skin disorders like eczema and scabies along with Phyllanthus reticulatus. It is used to treat throat infections when the juice is consumed and gargled. The plant is used to treat cardiac problems and liver related diseases like jaundice. The plant is used to increase fertility among women.
Edible:
The fruits are considered edible, though some sources note they may not be the most palatable