KALI MUSLI

This woodland herb may be found all throughout India. It may also be found in southeast Asia, Arabia, Africa, Pakistan, and portions of Asia's south. It's a type of folk medicine. The rhizome portion of the plant is utilised as a medication. It's used to cure piles, blood problems, vomiting, diarrhoea, and indigestion, as well as as an appetiser. Ayurvedic medicine uses Kali musli to treat a variety of ailments. It is becoming increasingly uncommon as a result of its medicinal advantages being overexploited.

Uses of Kali Musli

• Paste - Kali musli paste is used on skin to relieve discomfort and burning sensations caused by different skin problems such as itching and pile mass.

• Impotence, stamina loss, poor sperm count, numerous digestive diseases such as indigestion, reduced appetite, constipation, liver illnesses, and notably jaundice are all treated with this powder.

• Inhaling its smoke is very useful in respiratory diseases such as asthma, colds, and coughs.

• Asparagus racemosus combined with white (safed) musli helps ladies with menstruation problems. It is one of the safest herbs for treating erectile dysfunction in males and has excellent benefits in raising sperm count.

ERAND MOOL- Castor plant

Castor root, seeds, and leaves are widely utilised in both external and internal Ayurvedic remedies. Castor oil is an aphrodisiac, pain reliever, and aids in the treatment of neurological problems.

Health Benefits

Jaundice

1. Tender castor leaves paste in jaundice: Tender leaves of a coppery red tint are gathered and ground into a fine paste. This is taken on an empty stomach first thing in the morning. This aids in the reduction of bile in cases of jaundice.

Swelling

2. Mature leaf paste applied on swelling: Mature leaves are gathered and ground into a fine paste. This small amount of salt is added & warmed. This material is administered to the swollen muscles. This calms the swelling and alleviates discomfort.

Constipation and backache

3. Root decoction for pain, sciatica, and constipation: 20-25 gramme dried roots are eaten and decocted. Alternatively, medicinal milk can be made. This is given twice a day in the form of a decoction in the amount of 40 ml. This aids in the relief of pain caused by ailments such as back soreness, sciatica, and so on. It also relieves constipation.

Arthritis of the toes

4. Castor leaf spread with sesame oil in cases of gouty arthritis: A whole castor leaf is covered with sesame oil and slightly warmed. This is used to the gouty arthritis-affected joints. If the operation is performed on a regular basis for a week, it relieves discomfort and swelling.

Infestation of worms

5. Palasha seed powder & castor oil in worm infestation: Palasha (Butea monosperma) seed are ground into a fine powder and used to treat worm infestation. On an empty stomach, consume 1-2 pinches of this powder with castor oil. This drug quickly relieves pin worms within 3-4 days.

BHARANGI- Blue glory

Bharangi's scientific name is Clerodendrum Serratum, and it is a woody medicinal plant that is employed in the Ayurvedic system for its many therapeutic characteristics. It is also known as "Kasaghni" and is most commonly used to treat respiratory ailments. The decoction made from the leaves contains bronchodilator properties. It is not a dangerous plant, and its blooms and leaves are delicious. This plant's root is bitter, dry, anti-inflammatory, digestive, carminative, stimulant, expectorant, and anti-spasmodic. This plant includes hispidulin, 7-0 glucurodines, scutellarein, uncinatone, and other compounds. Saponins, D-mannitol, oleanic acid, steroidal glycosides, ferulic acid, arabinose, and urosolic acid are all found in its roots. Luteoline, polyphonolics, carbohydrates, phenolics, terpenes, and steroids are abundant in the leaves.

Common names - Bharangi, Phajuka, Blue glory, Vtari, , Kasaghni Beetle killer

Bharangi's Benefits

• Kasaghni is the popular name for this plant, which is used to treat the common cold, cough, TB, rhinitis, Asthma (shwasa roga), chronic respiratory problems, and their underlying symptoms.

• The decoction of leaves has bronchodilator and mucolytic properties and is used to break down phlegm and excess mucus and ease it out of the body.

• In lymphadenopathy, bharangi leaf paste is employed.

• This herb's root is used to cure jaundice and other liver-related issues.

• It helps to balance the vata dosha and is beneficial in rheumatic disorders, gout, and joint discomfort.

• Bharangi contains anti-microbial properties and is used to treat worm infestations.

• It is utilised as an appetiser and to activate the digestive fire.

• Headaches are relieved by applying Bharangi root paste on the forehead.

• This herb's decoction is used to treat cysts, raktagulam, and uterine fibroids.

• A paste made from the leaves is applied to wounds & ulcers to remove excess pus and reduce burning sensations. It also aids in the rapid healing of abscesses.

• It is used to treat stomach tumours.

• This plant contains anti-inflammatory qualities that help to alleviate inflammation.

• It calms the vata & kapha roga.