Morphology Of Flowering Plants Root Stem And Leaf Question 445
Question: Roots of which plant are used for treating blood pressure
Options:
A) Aconite
B) Rauwolfia
C) Sarasparilla
D) Vinca
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Answer:
Correct Answer: B
Solution:
Rauwolfia serpentina : The dried roots are an important source of an alkaloid reserpine.
The alkaloid reserpine is used in several patent drugs, as it has a depressant action on central nervous system and produces sedation and lowering of blood pressure.
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