Amaranthus hypochondriacus Linn.
Amaranthus hypochondriacus Linn. is also known as Amaranthus anardana Buch-Ham, Amaranthus frumentaceus Buch-Ham, Amaranthus leucocarpus S.Wats, Amaranthus paniculatus L. belongs to Amaranthaceae family.
The English name for this herb is Amaranthus.
The Urdu name for this herb is Chaulai.
Description
Amaranthus hypochondriacus Linn. is a shrub, : glabrous in texture, 1.2-1.8 m or more long, is annual
Amaranthus hypochondriacus Linn.'s Seeds sub globose in shape, white , red or black in color, size is usually small
Amaranthus hypochondriacus Linn.'s Leaves lanceolate in shape, size is usually 5-15 by 2.5-7.5 cm. acute or acuminate, base cuneate; main nerves numerous, slender, prominent beneath; petioles 2.5-10 cm long.
Amaranthus hypochondriacus Linn.'s Flowers. Numerous, in dense thyrsoid gold coloured and red spikes; the central spikes the longest; bracteoles 3.5 mm long, acicular exceeding the sepals. Perianth 2.5-3 mm long; sepals 5, oblong-lanceolate in shape, stamens 5.
Pharmacological Actions
The pharmacological actions of Amaranthus hypochondriacus Linn. are Appetizer, Astringent, Blood Purifier, Diuretic, Laxative, Narcotic, Soporific, Styptic.
The pharmacological action of Amaranthus hypochondriacus Linn.'s Leaves is Appetizer.
The pharmacological action of Amaranthus hypochondriacus Linn.'s Seeds is Appetizer.
Indications
The indications of Amaranthus hypochondriacus Linn.'s Decoction (Plant) are Piles, Diarrhoea, Dropsy, Scrofula, Gonorrhoea, Leg Ulcers.
The indications of Amaranthus hypochondriacus Linn. are Urolithiasis, Cardiovascular Disease.
The indication of Amaranthus hypochondriacus Linn.'s Infusion (leaves) is Chest Complaints.
The indications of Amaranthus hypochondriacus Linn.'s Leaves are Biliousness, Constipation.
The indications of Amaranthus hypochondriacus Linn.'s Seeds are Constipation, Biliousness.
The indications of Amaranthus hypochondriacus Linn.'s Whole Plant are Leucorrhoea, Sore Throat, Internal Hemorrhages.
Contraindications
None recorded.
Temperament
The temperament of Amaranthus hypochondriacus Linn. is 2nd order, cold and moist.
The temperament of Amaranthus hypochondriacus Linn.'s Whole Plant is 1st order dry,second order warm.
Occurrence, Taste & Odor
Taste: Bitter.
Dosage
| Part | Dose | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Whole Herb | 0.000 – 0.000 | N/A |
| Leaves | 60.000 – 120.000 ml | N/A |
| Roots | 5.000 – 7.000 g | N/A |
| Seeds | 5.000 – 7.000 g | N/A |
| Whole Plant | 0.000 – 0.000 | N/A |
Available Brands
None recorded.
Compound Preparations
No Compound Preparation information is available for Amaranthus hypochondriacus Linn..
Substitutes
The substitute of Amaranthus hypochondriacus Linn. is Amaranthus spinosus Linn..
Active Constituents
The active constituents of Amaranthus hypochondriacus Linn. are Ascorbic Acid, Carotene, Riboflavin, Tocopherol, Vitamin A, Vitamin B12.
Antidotes
The antidotes of Amaranthus hypochondriacus Linn. are Cinnamomum Tamala Nees & Eberm., Cinnamomum zeylanicum Blume., Cuminum cyminum Linn., Myristica fragrans Houtt. (Nutmeg).
Toxicity
Currently no Toxicity information is available for Amaranthus hypochondriacus Linn.. (work in progress)