Mehndi is been used in the ancient times, i.e nearly 5000 years ago. According to many people mehndi is brought to India from the Mughals; however, some are of the view which it originated in India. Mehndi known as "heena" is prepared from your leaves of plant called henna it's http://www.cafchiefs.com/members/maryhelmet8/activity/34215/