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(A) The drug $Reserpine$ is obtained from the roots of the plant $Rauwolfia$ $	ext{serpentina}$ (commonly known as $Sarpagandha$).It is a well-known

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Rauwolfia serpentina

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(A) The drug $Reserpine$ is obtained from the roots of the plant $Rauwolfia$ $	ext{serpentina}$ (commonly known as $Sarpagandha$).It is a well-known medicinal plant used in the treatment of mental disorders like $Schizophrenia$ and for reducing high blood pressure $(Hypertension)$.$Atropa$ $	ext{belladonna}$ is the source of $Atropine$.$Colchicum$ $	ext{luteum}$ is the source of $Colchicine$.$Digitalis$ $	ext{purpurea}$ is the source of $Digitalin$ (used for heart conditions).

The drug obtained from roots which is used to treat mental illness and reduce blood pressure is derived from which plant?

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