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Herb Information
Rauwolfia serpentina
Name
Sarpa-gandha
Biological Name

Rauwolfia serpentina, Rauvolfia canescens
Apocynaceae
Other Names
Sarpa-gandha, Nakuli, Chota-chand
Kanakachandrika
Parts Used
Root
Remedies For

Action

Bitter tonic, febrifuge, sedative

Uses

  • dysentery
  • fevers
  • high blood pressure
  • hypochondria
  • insanity
  • insect stings
  • insomnia
  • painful bowel disorders
Description
Climbing shrub in India, Sri. Lanka, Java, Malay, etc.
Dosage

Decoction, powder, pills.
Safety

Lethal in large doses; Not allowed in the U.S.
Prolonged use over 10 years can cause sterility.
DANGEROUS HERB. DO NOT USE.
 
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