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Ipomoea mauritiana
Name
Vidari-kanda
Biological Name

Ipomoea digitata, Ipomoea paniculata, Ipomoea mauritiana
Convolvulaceae

Other Names
Vidari-kanda, Bilai-kand
Palmudukan kizhangu, Bhumikusmanda, Balaikand
Parts Used
Tuberous root
Active Compounds

At least four sesquiterpene lactones have been isolated from Inula. These along with other ingredients account for the healing medicinal properties of this herb.

Alantolacton
Isoalantolactone
Dihydroalantolactone
Dihydroisoalantolactone
Beta sitosterol
Daucosterol
Inunolide

Remedies For
Medicinal Applications
Action

alterative, aphrodisiac, cholagogue, demulcent, diuretic, emmenagogue, galactogogue, mucilaginous, rejuvenative, tonic.

Uses

debility
increases secretion of milk
enlarged liver and spleen
increases weight
moderates menstrual discharge
poor digestion
TB

Description

This herb grows in India.

Dosage
Powder, confection, decoction, milk decoction
Safety
No 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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