Tridax procumbens, also known as the “yellow daisy”

 Tridax procumbens L. (Asteraceae) was reported as a weed to invade in many crops, it has been long employed as a traditional drink to cure treat bronchial catarrh, diarrhea, dysentery

 Tridax procumbens Linn., a member of the Compositae family, is commonly known as ‘Ghamra’ and referred to as ‘coat buttons’ in English due to its flower's appearance. It has been widely utilized in Ayurvedic medicine for various ailments and is recommended as “Bhringraj,” a renowned remedy for liver disorders.

This plant, which possesses a variety of medicinal qualities, has been utilized for ages in the Ayurvedic system

There have been reports of antiseptic, parasiticidal, and insecticidal qualities in flowers and leaves

 This plant species exhibits diverse pharmacological properties, including immunomodulatory, antioxidant, anti-hepatotoxic, analgesic, antidiabetic, anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antimicrobial activities

The adaptability of the species is likely attributed to its defensive mechanisms, which include secondary metabolites such as flavonoids, alkaloids, tannins, carotenoids, and saponins

1) People from Uttarakhand have used medicinal plants for thousands of years. T. procumbens leaf juice has been used to stop bleeding in cuts and wounds

Additionally, leprosy, eczema, boils, cuts, wounds, sores, stomachaches, toothaches, ulcers, and eye diseases are treated with this herb

Tridax procumbens, also known as the “yellow daisy”, is a traditional Ayurvedic herb native to Asia, belonging to the Asteraceae family. 

It has been used in natural remedies for various medicinal purposes . 

The plant has a wide range of bioactivities, including antimicrobial, antioxidant, anticancer, and anti-inflammatory effects 

The phytochemical composition of T. procumbens has been extensively studied, revealing the presence of various compounds such as tannins, saponins, steroids, alkaloids, phytosterols, essential oils, etc. 

These compounds have been found in different extracts of the plant, such as ethanol extracts, water extracts, and leaf extracts. 

The leaves of this plant have been considered a potential source of nutraceuticals and functional food due to their high content of bioactive compounds. Its traditional usage includes antimicrobial, antioxidant, anticancer, and anti-inflammatory activities 

Phytochemical components like tannin (by titration), total saponins (by gravimetry), total polyphenols, and total flavonoids (by UV-visible spectrophotometer), were determined for their respective contents

 Significant therapeutic benefits against malaria, dysentery, diarrhea, bronchial catarrh, blood pressure, hair loss, stomach discomfort, headache, and hair loss have been discovered

Additionally, it is beneficial to stop bleeding from cuts and bruises and cure wounds. There have been reports of antiseptic, insecticidal, and parasiticidal qualities in flowers and leaves

Several pharmacological activities have been associated with it, including hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory, wound healing, anti-diabetic, hypotensive, immunomodulating, prevention of hair loss, promotion of hair growth, and anti-microbial against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. Leaf juice has antiseptic, insecticidal, and parasiticidal qualities

It is used as a treatment for , insect repellent and used to stop bleeding from cuts, bruises, and wounds.