Melilotus officinalis (Linn) Desr

Melilotus officinalis (Linn) Desr is also known as Trifolium melilotus officinalis Linn. belongs to Leguminosae, Papilionaceae family.

The Arabic name for this herb is Aklilul-Malik.

The English names for this herb are Common Melilot, Coumarium, Crescent Lignum, Kings Clover, Melilot, Moon Seed, Sweet Clover.

The Urdu names for this herb are Aspang, Asperg, Nakhuna.

Warning: In large doses it may cause emesis.Toxicity is attributed to a fungus and bishydroxycoumarin.Haemorrhages occur both internally and externally(such hemorrhage may be controlled by quick administration of Vit.K).Should not be used in presence of warfarin. The plant is toxic to animals causing haemorrhage and death.

Description

Melilotus officinalis (Linn) Desr. An erect, biennial herb, upto 0.5 m height. Stem erect, leaves trifoliolate: leaflets emarginate or retuse, oblanceotate or obovate. Flowers born in slender racemes, yellow, 6-12 per peduncle. Pods ellipsoid, compressed, olive-green when ripe. Seeds 6-10, oblong-ellipsoid, compressed, brown

Pharmacological Actions

The pharmacological actions of Melilotus officinalis (Linn) Desr are Analgesic, Anti-asthmatic, Anti-bacterial, Anti-coagulant, Anti-diabetic, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-spasmodic, Anti-thrombotic, Aphrodisiac, Astringent, Carminative, Demulcent, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Emollient, Expectorant, Hepatoprotective, Resolvent, Sedative, Styptic, Tonic, Urinary Antiseptic.

Indications

The indication of Melilotus officinalis (Linn) Desr's Decoction is Paralysis.

The indications of Melilotus officinalis (Linn) Desr are Colic, Wounds, Rheumatic Pain, Insomnia, Conjunctivitis, Nervousness, Thrombosis, Facial neuralgia, Phlebitis, Heavy legs, Varicose Veins, Intercostal Neuralgia, Lymph Glands Swelling, Flatulence.

The indications of Melilotus officinalis (Linn) Desr's Fruit are Haemorrhages, Leucoderma, Sexual Debility, Flatulence.

The indication of Melilotus officinalis (Linn) Desr's Seeds is Cold.

The indications of Melilotus officinalis (Linn) Desr's Whole Plant are Wounds, Rheumatic Pain, Insomnia, Conjunctivitis, Swelling, Nervousness, Flatulence Colic, Menopause disorders, Heavy legs, Phlebitis, Facial neuralgia, Thrombosis.

Contraindications

None recorded.

Temperament

The temperament of Melilotus officinalis (Linn) Desr is 1st order, warm and dry.

Occurrence, Taste & Odor

Odor: The odor of Melilotus officinalis (Linn) Desr is Aromatic.

Taste: Bitter.

Dosage

Part	Dose	Instructions
Whole Herb	2.000 – 4.000 g	N/A
Powder	375.000 – 0.000 mg	N/A
Tincture	3.000 – 5.000 ml	N/A

Available Brands

None recorded.

Compound Preparations

Melilotus officinalis (Linn) Desr is used in the preparation of Ma'jun Kuzi, Zimad Kibrit, Zimad Sumbul.

Substitutes

The substitute of Melilotus officinalis (Linn) Desr is Matricaria chamomilla Linn..

Active Constituents

The active constituents of Melilotus officinalis (Linn) Desr are Alkaloids, Dicoumarin, Dicoumarol, Hydrocoumarin, Melilotic Flavones, Mucilage, Resins, ß-Sitosterol, Tannin, Volatile Oil.

Antidotes

The antidotes of Melilotus officinalis (Linn) Desr are Ficus carica Linn., Apis mellifera L. (Honey).

Toxicity

Currently no Toxicity information is available for Melilotus officinalis (Linn) Desr. (work in progress)