Coptis teeta Wall. (C. teeta), commonly known as "Mishmi Tita," is a medicinal herb of considerable value traditionally used for treating various health conditions. This endangered plant, listed in the Red Data Book, is found in India, Nepal, Bhutan, and China.
The Itanagar branch of the CSIR-North East Institute of Science and Technology (CSIR-NEIST) organized a science motivation-cum-demonstration programme on Friday at the institute premises.