This plant, known as kachuripana, has both positive and negative effects on the environment. It aids in keeping water clean and provides a habitat for aquatic animals, promoting fish growth. However, it can also be harmful, as its rapid growth depletes oxygen levels in water, which disrupts fish development and affects aquatic biodiversity.
Despite its drawbacks, kachuripana has beneficial uses, including as food and for medicinal purposes. Additionally, its attractive flowers are popular for decorative uses.Kachuri pana is an aquatic plant capable of thriving on land, particularly in wet soil, where it produces beautiful flowers.
It typically grows in small water bodies, rivers, and canals but can be washed away when floodwaters rise. This plant thrives in low-lying areas. Its large, round, smooth leaves are green, while its flowers are white, with some being salty blue or purple, which are attractive and popular among people.
The leaves are often used as natural food for cows, providing benefits without any artificial additives. Children frequently enjoy playing with the flowers.