It is an evergreen plant with leaves that are 5-10 cm long and 2-3 cm wide. The leaves grow in a spiral around the stem, and there are 4-7 leaves that grow in a star shape. The roots can reach 1 meter in length and 12 mm in thickness, and are the source of the red pigment known as pink madder, and the fruits are black after they mature.
Its benefits:
It enhances the functioning of the respiratory system and protects it from diseases related to it, such as asthma, and other inflammatory disorders, such as chest infections, inflammation of the pharynx and mucous tissues. It protects the skin from infections that affect it, especially the problem of acne, which is mainly caused by bacterial infections.