Kantakari

This exotic looking thorny plant has been used traditionally in Ayurvedic medicine. Commonly used as a carminative, diuretic, expectorant and fever reducer. It is also used to treat asthma. The powdered fruits are mixed with honey to make a cough syrup. Produces beautiful inch long, Bright orange fruits. An unusual specimen for the Ayurvedic collection. Prefers Heat and full sun. Annual Zone 11