Smilax ovalifolia Roxb.
Smilax ovalifolia Roxb. is also known as Hemidesmus indicus R.Br., Smilax macrophylla Roxb, Smilax aspera Baker belongs to Liliaceae family.
The English name for this herb is Wild Sarsaparilla.
The Urdu names for this herb are Chob-chini, Guti, Jangli-Ushbah, Kumarika.
Description
None recorded.
Pharmacological Actions
The pharmacological actions of Smilax ovalifolia Roxb. are Alterative, Attenuant, Blood Purifier, Demulcent, Depurative, Diuretic, Resolvent, Stimulant, Sudorific, Tonic.
Indications
The indications of Smilax ovalifolia Roxb. are Rheumatic Affections, Loss of Appetite, Leucorrhoea, Dyspepsia, Liver Affections, Ulceration.
The indications of Smilax ovalifolia Roxb.'s Root powder are Gravel, Strangury.
Contraindications
None recorded.
Temperament
The temperament of Smilax ovalifolia Roxb.'s Dried Roots is 3rd order, warm and dry.
Occurrence, Taste & Odor
None recorded.
Dosage
| Part | Dose | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Whole Herb | 60.000 – 120.000 ml | N/A |
| Dried Roots | 1.000 – 7.000 gm | N/A |
Available Brands
None recorded.
Compound Preparations
No Compound Preparation information is available for Smilax ovalifolia Roxb..
Substitutes
No information regarding Smilax ovalifolia Roxb.'s substitute is currently available.
Active Constituents
The active constituents of Smilax ovalifolia Roxb.'s Dried Roots are Coumarins, Hemidesmine, Rutin, Smilasperic Acid, Volatile Oil.
Antidotes
No information regarding Smilax ovalifolia Roxb.'s antidote is currently available.
Toxicity
Currently no Toxicity information is available for Smilax ovalifolia Roxb.. (work in progress)