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little tree plant
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little tree plant

Biophytum sensitivum

Biophytum sensitivum, also known as little tree plant, is a species of plant in the Oxalidaceae family and in the genus Biophytum. It is commonly found in wet lands of Nepal, tropical India and in other Southeast Asian countries and is used for medicinal purposes in Nepal and in India. The plant is also a common weed in tropical greenhouses. Research has been carried out to elucidate the chemistry, biological activities, and medicinal applications of B. sensitivum....

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