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Insulin plant (Chamaecostus cuspidatus) is a perennial, herbaceous plant. It is an upright, spreading plant growing up to a height of 2 to 5 feet, with the tallest stems falling and lying on the ground.The leaves are simple, alternate, entire, oblong, 4-8 inches long with parallel venation, spirally arranged around the stems. Large, fleshy, smooth, and dark green leaves have a light purple underside.The blooms are orange in color and are 1.5 inches in diameter. The flowers have a sparkly sheen, dentate edges, and have the appearance of being made out of crepe paper.They bloom during the time of May to June (warm months) and they appear to be cone-like heads at the tips of branches.The leaf of the plant helps in producing insulin. It control the blood sugar levels in the body. Insulin plant is a remarkable Ayurvedic medicine used to treat diabetes in a natural way.