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It is a succulent plant native to parts of Asia and
Africa. It is known for its unique four-angled stems and its traditional use in
herbal medicine.<o:p></o:p>Stem is 4 angled, succulent, stores water, with
nodes and internodes. The stem four angles give the specific epithet "quadrangularis." Leaves are small, alternate, cordate at
base, acute apex, ovate, glabrous, produce tendril from axil for climbing and
support. Flowers are small, inconspicuous, green to yellow.<o:p></o:p>

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plant may promote bone health and reduce joint pain. This herb is documented to
possess a wide-ranging ethnomedicinal uses in malaria, fever, epilepsy, gout,
piles, skin diseases, colic, etc.

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