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| Rubia cordifolia | |||
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| Name | |||
| Indian Madder | |||
| Biological Name | |||
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Rubia cordifolia, Rubia manjishta, Rubia secunda |
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| Other Names | |||
| Indian Madder, Manjishtha, Manjit Gandari, Manchatti, Manjishta |
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| Parts Used | |||
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Root, fruit |
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| Remedies For | |||
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Action alterative, anti-tumor, astringent, deobstruent, diuretic, emmenagogue, hemostatic, lithotriptic Uses: amenorrhea This herb is also used to cleanse and regulate liver, spleen, pancreas, and kidneys. The fruit is useful in hepatic obstructions. Root paste removes freckles, and discoloration of the skin. |
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| Description | |||
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This is a climbing plant found in the Himalayas and hill stations in India. |
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| Dosage | |||
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Decoction, powder, paste, ghee. |
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| Safety | |||
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Caution: May cause severe chills. No further information about the safety of this herb is available. Use caution. Ayurvedic herbs are often taken in combination 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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