Plant Id : 325

Plant Name : Morpankh

Scientific Name : Thuja standishii

Family Name : Cupressaceae

Location : Ojasvi Hostel

Properties : Thuja leaves and leaf oil are used as medicine. Thuja is used for respiratory tract infections such as bronchitis, bacterial skin infections, and cold sores. It is also used for painful conditions including osteoarthritis and nerve disorder that affects the face called trigeminal neuralgia. It boosts the immune system and increases urine flow. It has also been used to cause abortions. Thuja is sometimes applied directly to the skin for joint pain and muscle pain.