OFFICIAL NAME- Momordia charantia
HEALTH BENEFITS- It is beneficial in treatment of skin diseases, wounds, burning sensation, anorexia, indigestion, constipation, haemorrhoids and worm infestations in children. Also beneficial in Amenorrhea and lactational disorders.
HOME REMEDY- Its paste can be applied on wounds. Leaves juice can be applied on inflamed skin.
NUTRITIONAL CONTAINS- Good in hepatomegaly and also increase insulin secretion.
OTHER NAME- Kaarvellak, karala, karlae, kareli, kakkar, hagal etc
FLAVOUR- It is bitter and pungent.
CHEMISTRY- Its fruit contains ascorbic acid. Fruit and leaves contain momordicin.It also contains bitter glucoside, oil and mucilez.