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Botanical Name: Abroma augustum

Common name: Ulatkambal

Abroma augusta (Devil's Cotton) thrives in tropical and subtropical regions, particularly in Southeast Asia, including India. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in shaded or semishaded areas, often found in forests, riverbanks, and cultivated areas with ample rainfall. It is cultivated by sowing seeds or planting cuttings in moist, well-drained soil. It thrives in tropical climates with partial shade and requires regular watering. The plant prefers areas with high humidity and grows well in forest edges or garden settings. Devil’s cotton is traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine to treat menstrual disorders, especially dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation) and amenorrhea (absence of menstruation). It is also used to manage diabetes, improve uterine health, and relieve inflammation, though scientific validation is still limited.