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| Embelia robusta |
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| Name |
| Vidanga |
| Biological
Name |
Embelia ribes, Embelia Indica, Embelia Glandulifera, Embelia Robusta
Myrsinaceae |
| Other Names |
Vidanga, Viranga
Chitratandoola, Vayuvilangam, Vizhal, Vrishanasana |
| Parts Used |
| Berries (fruit), leaves, root bark |
| Remedies
For |
Action
alterative, anthelmintic, carminative, stimulant
Uses
abdominal disorders
constipation
fungus
gas
indigestion
headache
heart disease
hemorrhoids
insanity
lung disease
mouth ulcers
obesity
pneumonia
sore throat
toothache
worms
Decoction of the roots given in insanity and heart diseases. Powdered
seeds are used to expel tape worms. |
| Description |
These climbing herbs are found in India, Central and lower Himalayas,
Sri Lanka and Singapore. |
| Dosage |
Decoction, powder, paste, confections, cigarettes |
| Safety |
WARNING: USE OF THIS HERB MAY RESULT IN SEXUAL DEBILITY.
No other information about the safety of this herb is available.
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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