5. Guafa Leaves

Bot.origin: the dried leaves of Psidium guava.

F: Myrtaceae 

Active constituent: Tannin, essential oil, resins, flavonid, glycosides &

guaiaverin.

Key element (microscopically examination):

1.     Paracytic stomata.

2.     Non glandular hair.

3.     Cluster calcium oxalate.

Uses:

1.     Anti diarrheic & astringent.

2.     Remedy for coughs.

3.     Antispasmodic & antiseptic.

4.     Leaves are chewed to relieve toothache.

Report in the lab.

Cluster calcium oxalate

Non glandular hair.

Paracytic stomata.