Anathoova ആനത്തൂവ

MEDICINAL PROPERTIES
The leaves of the plants have stinging hairs, causing irritation to the skin. This action is neutralized by heat so the cooked leaves are perfectly safe and nutritious. However, only young leaves should be used because older leaves develop gritty particles called cystoliths which act as an irritant to the kidneys.
The juices from the leaves of Aanathoova can b e use for grinding pills tablets, and decoction of the plant is used in the treatment of fevers.