mishamitika :

Coptis teeta is a perennial, herbaceous plant, reportedly endemic to Arunachal Pradesh. The

rhizome of Coptis teeta is the medicinally important part as it produces a bitter principle,

which is useful as a tonic and febrifuge, especially in intermittent fever. The plant has

applications in Ayurveda, Unani and Sidha systems of medicine. Unsustainable, commercial

exploitation of the plant for international trade is the main reason for its critically

endangered status. The species is also categorized within the list of banned export item

unless accompanied by a certificate of origin. The state forest department of Arunachal

Pradesh has taken some steps to protect the species by in situ conservation in Namdhapa

Biosphere Reserve.

Kotakkal Ayurveda - Mother land of modern ayurveda

mishamitika - Coptis teeta Wall. - Ranunculaceae