| Sanskrit Name: | Patha |
| Hindi Name: | Patha |
| English Name: | Velvet Leaf Tree |
| Latin Name: | Cissampelos pareira |
| Description: | A climbing undershrub with triangular leaves and greenish inflorescence. It is commonly found throughout tropical and subtropical Himalayas. Stem of the plant is used in Ayurveda. |
| Dosha: | Balances all three Doshas. |
| Usage: | Patha is used in the treatment of chronic non-healing ulcers and sinuses. It is also used in the treatment of chronic skin diseases and in the treatment of poisonous bites. Its anti-inflammatory activity has been investigated with encouraging results. |
