5. MuyalCheviyan (Emilia Sonchifolia)

Emilia sonchifolia belongs to the family Asteraceae. It is commonly known as cupid’s shaving brush. It is an annual herb with weak or erect stems. The flowers are lavender, purple, or pink. It can be seen in open fields and wastelands. It contains calcium, phosphorus magnesium, sodium, and potassium. It contains vitamins like riboflavin and niacin.
The health benefits of Emilia sonchifolia are:

• The plant pacifies Kapha and Vata doshas.
• It is effective in treating fever, tonsillitis, cough bronchitis, etc.
• The juice is used as a natural remedy for eye diseases.
• It is also good in conditions like worm infections and allergies. .
• It is used to cure intestinal worms.
• The paste of the plant is useful for bleeding piles. .