Vol. 9, Issue 8, Part D (2023)

Abstract
Malachra capitata belonging to family Malvaceae is very common erect or underground shrub. It grows up to 1.5 metres tall. The plant is usually erect, covered throughout with a rather dense tomentum of fine close stellate hairs, the stems often bearing a few long spreading hairs. M. capitata is planted as fibre plant in India, formerly also in Cuba. The fiber is excellent, 8-9 feet long, and that experts have declared it little, if at all, inferior to jute. Roots and leaves are in some regions used as medicines. But though it is very commonly found it is neglected. The plant is used medicinally; especially the root extracts are reported to be used medicinally as compared to other parts. This paper is representing of medicinal and pharmacological properties of Malachra capitata.