Excoecaria indica

Excoecaria indica, is a mangrove species belonging to the genus Excoecaria of the family Euphorbiaceae. Its fruits and seeds are very poisonous and are used as a fish poison. A decoction of the root bark possesses purgative and emetic properties and is said to be used in insanity and hydrophobia.

Excoecaria indica

Excoecaria indica, is a mangrove species belonging to the genus Excoecaria of the family Euphorbiaceae. Its fruits and seeds are very poisonous and are used as a fish poison. A decoction of the root bark possesses purgative and emetic properties and is said to be used in insanity and hydrophobia.