Heen Aniththa (Rhinacanthus nasuta), a medicinal shrub, is used in Ayurveda for treating skin infections, ringworm, and dhobie’s itch. It contains rhinacanthin, known for its antiseptic and antiparasitic properties. In India, its roots are used as an aphrodisiac and believed to counteract snake venom. The plant, rich in potassium salts, is propagated through seeds, roots, and leaves.
