Description:
Modified rhizome is brown in color, woody
in nature, surface is covered by numerous
brown colored scales. Inner side of woody
part is light brown in color. Dried rhizome
is about 0. 5 cm in radius and 3 to 8 cm in
length.
Uses:
Rhizome has medicinal properties. Powered
rhizome, mixed with corn flour, is roasted
and about 8 teaspoons of this powder, three
times a day, is given to relieve backaches.
Similarly, it is also used to cure stomach
troubles.