Water hyacinth: Bengal’s infamous ‘terror’ that chokes waterways yet hides powerful nutritional secrets from BP to heart health

Dubbed the ‘Terror of Bengal,’ water hyacinth devastates ecosystems by choking waterways. Yet, this invasive plant surprisingly offers significant medicinal benefits, valued in Ayurveda for its nutrient-rich properties. Research highlights its potential in managing blood pressure, reducing inflammation, and boosting immunity, presenting a dual nature of ecological threat and natural remedy.