- Mimosa pudica (from Latin: pudica "shy, bashful or shrinking"; also called sensitive plant, sleepy plant, action plant,Laajvanti, Touch me not, and Chhui-mui.
- it majorly possesses antibacterial, antivenom, antifertility, anticonvulsant, antidepressant, aphrodisiac, andIt various other pharmacological activities
- Roots- Roots of Lajvanti are utilized for treating snake bites, smallpox, fever, ulcer, jaundice, leucoderma, haemorrhoids, and asthma
- Leaves- Leaves of Lajvanti can be used either as a decoction or as the paste for treating haemorrhoids, sleep disorders, wounds, rectovaginal fistula, and foot diseases
- While there is no denying that Lajvanti plant has several health benefits, one must be mindful while consuming this herb. An overdose of Lajvanti can be fatal. The tannin present in the plant can be toxic if ingested in high doses. If one is already pregnant then you must avoid it completely.
