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Rauwolfia serpentina belongs to family

A
Rubiaceae
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Solanaceae
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Malvaceae
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Apocyanaceae
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Solution

The correct option is B Apocyanaceae

Rauwolfia serpentia, a species of a flower in the Order Gentianales of the milkweed Family Apocynaceae, also known as the Indian snakeroot or devil pepper, native to India subcontinent and East Asia. It is a perennial under shrubs widely distributed in India. It is a safe and effective treatment for hypertension. Early research shows that Indian snakeroot can reduce anxiety, blood pressure and helps in preventing insomnia.

So, the correct answer is option D.


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