Euphorbia thymifolia Linn
Euphorbia thymifolia Linn belongs to Euphorbiaceae family.
The Arabic names for this herb are Lain Saada, Shabram.
The English names for this herb are Eyebright, Spurge, Thyme Leaved Euphorbia, Wart Weed.
The Urdu names for this herb are Dudhi Khurd, Shir Giyah, Shirak.
Description
Euphorbia thymifolia Linn. A small annual herb, more or less hispidly pubescent, stems prostrate, divaricately branched, more or less hairy. Leaves opposite, very small, oblong. Capsules 1.5 mm long. Seeds 1.25 mm long, bluntly pointed with 5 or 6 transverse furrows
Pharmacological Actions
The pharmacological actions of Euphorbia thymifolia Linn's Decoction (herb) are Anti-hypertensive, Anti-pyretic.
The pharmacological actions of Euphorbia thymifolia Linn are Abortifacient, Anti-dandruff, Anti-diarrhoeal, Anti-gonorrhoeal, Anti-spermatorrhoeal, Aromatic, Astringent, Demulcent, Lactagogue, Laxative, Postpartum Depurant, Stimulant, Vermifuge.
The pharmacological action of Euphorbia thymifolia Linn's Root is Blood Purifier.
Indications
The indications of Euphorbia thymifolia Linn's Decoction (herb) are Fever, Eye Disease, Flu, Hypertension, Venereal Disease, Heat.
The indication of Euphorbia thymifolia Linn is Dandruff.
The indication of Euphorbia thymifolia Linn's Juice(plant) is Ring Worm.
The indication of Euphorbia thymifolia Linn's Leaves is Bowel Complaints.
The indications of Euphorbia thymifolia Linn's Root are Blood Disorders, Ammenorrhoea, Skin Complaints.
The indication of Euphorbia thymifolia Linn's Seeds is Bowel Complaints.
Contraindications
None recorded.
Temperament
The temperament of Euphorbia thymifolia Linn is 2nd order, cold and dry.
Occurrence, Taste & Odor
Odor: The odor of Euphorbia thymifolia Linn is Slightly Aromatic.
Taste: Tasteless.
Dosage
| Part | Dose | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Whole Herb | 1.000 – 2.000 g | N/A |
Available Brands
None recorded.
Compound Preparations
No Compound Preparation information is available for Euphorbia thymifolia Linn.
Substitutes
The substitute of Euphorbia thymifolia Linn is Euphorbia hirta Linn.
Active Constituents
The active constituents of Euphorbia thymifolia Linn are 5,7,4-Trihydroxy Flavone-7-Glycoside, Carvacrol, Cymol, Essential Oil, Limonene, Salicylic Acid.
Antidotes
The antidote of Euphorbia thymifolia Linn is Apis mellifera L. (Honey).
Toxicity
Currently no Toxicity information is available for Euphorbia thymifolia Linn. (work in progress)