Anisomeles indica

Anisomeles indica, or catmint, is a species of herbaceous plant native to eastern Asia and naturalized on some Pacific islands. It belongs to Lamiaceae family. In Bangla it's called Gobura/Opang, in Hindi - Kala bhangra/Gobara. Other names - Malabar catmint, Chedayan, Gopali, Thoiding Angoura, Habit and Hbitat It is an erect, annual or short-lived perennial herbaceous plant. Height: The plant generally grows to a Height of 1-2 meters( approximately 3-6 feet). Stems: It's stems are square shaped and slightly woody at the base. it has slightly fuzzy leaves that are bright green. the flower has a strong pungent smell. it is highly adaptable, native to subtropical regions of Asia including Bangladesh, India, China, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, New Guinea, VIetnam. Uses indian catmint acts as an effective mosquito repellant. it is used in traditional medicine. The leaves can calm indigestion, manages fever, coughs and common cold. Traditionally the leaves have been us......read more on Wikipedia.