Medicinal
Ayurveda
Vasaka (Lal)
Justicia adhatoda
Vasaka Lal is a medicinal evergreen shrub known for its reddish or pinkish flowers and leaves used in Ayurveda to treat respiratory conditions like cough, asthma, and bronchitis.
Quick Facts
Height: 1–3 m m
Blooms: December–April
Woody green stems, lance-shaped green leaves, reddish-pink tubular flowers in dense spikes
15–35°C
Visit Information
Location
Herbal gardens, field edges, forest understorey, home gardens
Best Viewing Time
Perennial
Habitat & Care
Natural Habitat
Tropical and subtropical regions
Lifespan
Perennial with seasonal flowering
Temperature Range
Warm and humid
Significance
Medicinal Uses
Ayurvedic syrups, decoctions, tablets for respiratory health
Cultural Significance
Contains vasicine, a key alkaloid for bronchodilation
Conservation Status
Cultivated and found wild in many regions
Did You Know?
Also called Malabar Nut
Leaves are the main medicinal part
Helps ease breathing difficulties
Traditional remedy for chronic cough and asthma
Plan Your Visit
Come and see this amazing plant species in person at Patna Zoo