Malabar
Nut
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Biological
Name: Adhatoda vasika, Adenanthera vasika |
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Other Names:
Malabar Nut, Vasaka, Vasa, Adosas |
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Description:
This is a
bush growing throughout India. |
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Parts Used:
Leaves, roots, flowers, bark |
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Medicinal
Applications
Action
alterative,
antispasmodic, diuretic, expectorant,
Uses
asthma
bleeding
bronchitis
cough
diabetes
diarrhea
dysentery
epilepsy
fever
flu
hysteria
insanity
neuralgia
repellent for fleas, mosquitoes, centipedes, flies and other insects
rheumatic pain
skin disorders
swelling
TB
urinary disorders
vomiting
wasting |
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Dosage:
Infusion,
extract, decoction, poultice, powder |
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Safety:
Use caution.
Ayurvedic herbs are often taken in combination with others to neutralize the
toxicity one herb with the opposing effect of other. Do not take except
under the supervision of a qualified professional.
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