Botanical name - Corchorus trilocularis Common names - Wild Jute ; Jew’s mallow . Tamil name – Talakkaippoondu ‘shrub having two hands on head’ Seeds are used to treat abdominal obstructions; The mucilage is used as a soothing substance; Fibre is utilized in making ropes; Tender leaves are used for sauce preparing; Flowers are also useful in cooking ; Plant is a useful fodder.; Stems Photo - Another view of 'Jew’s mallow '; Stems are more close !PD-self