Boerhaavia diffusa Linn.
Boerhaavia diffusa Linn. is also known as Boerhaavia repens var. diffusa Linn. belongs to Nyctaginaceae family.
The Arabic names for this herb are Khuridah, Ruqaamat, Ruqat, Wujef.
The English name for this herb is Spreading Hogweed.
The Urdu names for this herb are Bashkhira, Bashkura, Biskhapra, Nakbel.
Description
None recorded.
Pharmacological Actions
The pharmacological actions of Boerhaavia diffusa Linn. are Anti-inflammatory, Diuretic, Emetic, Emmenagogue, Expectorant, Laxative, Resolvent, Stomachic, Vasodilator.
The pharmacological action of Boerhaavia diffusa Linn.'s Infusion (Root) is Febrifuge.
The pharmacological action of Boerhaavia diffusa Linn.'s Root powder is Laxative.
The pharmacological actions of Boerhaavia diffusa Linn.'s Seeds are Aphrodisiac, Carminative, Tonic.
Indications
The indications of Boerhaavia diffusa Linn. are Ascites, Jaundice, Asthma, Edema, Internal Inflammations, Enlargement of Liver, Dropsical Swelling, Worm Affections, Febrile Affections, Urethritis, Scanty Urine.
The indications of Boerhaavia diffusa Linn.'s Leaves are Renal Failure, Dropsy.
Contraindications
None recorded.
Temperament
The temperaments of Boerhaavia diffusa Linn. are 2nd order, warm and dry, 2nd order warm , 1st order, dry .
Occurrence, Taste & Odor
None recorded.
Dosage
| Part | Dose | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Whole Herb | 2.000 – 3.000 g | N/A |
Available Brands
Compound Preparations
No Compound Preparation information is available for Boerhaavia diffusa Linn..
Substitutes
No information regarding Boerhaavia diffusa Linn.'s substitute is currently available.
Active Constituents
No information regarding Boerhaavia diffusa Linn.'s active constituent is currently available.
Antidotes
No information regarding Boerhaavia diffusa Linn.'s antidote is currently available.
Toxicity
Currently no Toxicity information is available for Boerhaavia diffusa Linn.. (work in progress)