Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Order: Zygophyllales
Family: Zygophyllaceae
Binomial name: Tribulus terrestris
Puncturevine is scientifically known as Tribulus Terrestris that belongs to the Zygophyllaceae family. This annual plant is widely distributed around the world and is adapted to grow in a dry climate. Some other common names of this plant are bindii, goat’s head, burra gokharu, bullhead, small caltrops, caltrops, tackweed, cat’s-head, and devil’s thorn.
The native of this herbal plant is the warm temperate and tropical region of southern Asia, southern Europe, Africa, and Australia. Due to the medicinal properties of this plant, it is used in Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine. It is commonly used to increase testosterone level and muscle strength.
Health Benefits
- Consuming the puncture vine extract helps to remove the stones in the tract and gives a smooth urine flow. It also stops urinary tract bleeding.
- Puncturevine helps to reduce blood sugar levels and blood pressure levels.
- Due to the medicinal properties of this herb, it is effectively fighting against liver cancer.
- It is one of the natural remedies for infertility problems. This herb helps to restore the low testosterone level and stimulate the body’s natural hormones.
- Puncturevine helps to increase body strength and muscle growth.
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