The water hyacinth is one of those plants that draws both awe and concern. To some, it’s a 'weed' that chokes rivers and ponds. To others, especially in Ayurveda, it is a flower of surprising medicinal benefits. It has a nickname, 'The Terror of Bengal', because of its overwhelming spread in West Bengal’s waterways. This plant is a living mystery , dangerous for the environment yet valuable for human health.

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Water hyacinth grows massively in rivers, lakes, and ponds, forming dense mats that block sunlight and reduce oxygen levels in the water. When this happens, aquatic life struggles to survive. Fish, plants, and other organisms begin to die, leaving behind polluted water. Researchers have long warned that the

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