About Blepharis mitrata C.B.Clarke
Blepharis mitrata is a plant species classified in the family Acanthaceae. It is a subshrub native to deserts and dry shrublands in Namibia, and the Cape Provinces and Free State of South Africa, including the Khomas Highland. The entire plant is very spiny, and it is currently threatened by habitat loss. In traditional medicine, the fruits, seeds, and roots of Blepharis mitrata are claimed to be useful for treating hemorrhoids, cough, wounds, and fontanel hardening. Further analysis is needed to confirm its actual medical value.
