The Materia Medica of the Hindus, compiled from Sanskrit Medical Works c5.s21.t1.60
The Materia Medica of the Hindus, compiled from Sanskrit Medical Works c5.s21.t1.60
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c5.s21.t1.60
PIPER CHABA, Hunter. *Sans.* चविका, Chaviká. *Vern.* Chai, *Beng.* Cháb, *Hind.* The fruits of this species of *Piper* are considered stimulant, anti-catarrhal and carminative and are much used as adjuncts to medicines for cough, cold and hoarseness.