Author(s): Khaled Rashed

Abstract: Lallemantia royleana Benth. is a perennial herb, of Lamiaceae family. Its name is Balangu. It grows in Western Asia, India, Pakistan and Northern of Iraq. The plant has the potency to cure infectious diseases. The seeds contained some chemical compounds as betasitosterol, linoleic, oleic, palmitic and stearic acids. The gums contained protein, and uronic anhydride. The gum is used for abscesses, inflammation and respiratory problems, and in drinks due to its sedative effects.

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