"Behman Red" or "Surkh Lal" appears to be a reference to a medicinal herb known as "Red Behman" or "Surkh Behman" in Persian and Urdu languages. The botanical name for this herb is Centaurea behen, and it is a member of the Asteraceae family.
Here are some key points about Behman Red (Surkh Lal):
Botanical Information:
Scientific Name: Centaurea behen
Family: Asteraceae (Compositae)
Common Names:
"Behman Red" and "Surkh Lal" are common names used in Persian and Urdu, respectively.
In English, it is often referred to as "Red Behman."
Appearance:
The plant typically has a robust, erect stem and narrow, lance-shaped leaves.
The flowers can be pink to reddish in color, which may explain the "Red" in its common name.
Medicinal Uses:
In traditional medicine, especially in Ayurveda and Unani systems, various parts of the Red Behman plant are used for their potential medicinal properties.
It is believed to have diuretic, anti-inflammatory, and antipyretic (fever-reducing) properties.
Culinary Uses:
In some regions, the leaves of Centaurea behen are consumed as a vegetable or used in salads.
Other Names:
The plant may be known by different names in various languages and regions.