Leucas linifolia Spreng
Leucas linifolia Spreng is also known as Leucas capitata Spreng, Leucas cephalotus {Roth.} Spreng, Leucas lavandulaefolia Rees belongs to Labiatae, Lamiaceae family.
The Arabic names for this herb are Leucasi, Sisaliyus.
The English name for this herb is Leucas .
The Urdu names for this herb are Goma Buti, Goman, Gomi, Guma, Mal-Doda, Tumma.
Description
Leucas linifolia Spreng. A snail smooth erect annual herb; leaves radical, long-stalked twice pinnately divided, stem leaves sessile, pinnately divided or lanceolate; flowers small, white, in long racemes; sepals 4, erect, equal at the base; petals 4; stamens 6, 2 shorter; capsule 5 mm, ovate with a notch at the tip, margins winged; seeds solitary in each cell38:. The seeds are of a reddish colour, oblong, some-what angular and curved slightly on one side, surface rugose
Pharmacological Actions
The pharmacological action of Leucas linifolia Spreng's Decoction (leaves) is Sedative.
The pharmacological actions of Leucas linifolia Spreng are Anthelmintic, Anti-bacterial, Anti-diaphoretic, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-pyretic, Anti-septic, Anti-spasmodic, Aperient, Aphrodisiac, Astringent, Carminative, Expectorant, Laxative, Sedative, Stimulant, Stomachic, Tonic.
Indications
The indication of Leucas linifolia Spreng's Decoction (leaves) is Nervous Disorders.
The indications of Leucas linifolia Spreng's Flower juice are Migraine, Cough, Fever.
The indications of Leucas linifolia Spreng's Leaves are Sores, Dysentery, Diarrhoea, Wounds.
The indication of Leucas linifolia Spreng's Plant Past is Swelling.
The indications of Leucas linifolia Spreng's Poultice(leaves) are Old Sores, Wounds.
The indications of Leucas linifolia Spreng's Whole Herb are Cough, Nasal Catarrh, Jaundice, Intestinal Catarrh, Swelling.
Contraindications
None recorded.
Temperament
The temperament of Leucas linifolia Spreng is 2nd order, warm and dry.
Occurrence, Taste & Odor
Odor: The odor of Leucas linifolia Spreng is Unpleasant,Pungent.
Taste: Bitter.
Dosage
| Part | Dose | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Whole Herb | 3.000 – 5.000 g | N/A |
Available Brands
None recorded.
Compound Preparations
No Compound Preparation information is available for Leucas linifolia Spreng.
Substitutes
The substitute of Leucas linifolia Spreng is Eclipta alba (L.) Hasskl..
Active Constituents
The active constituents of Leucas linifolia Spreng are Alkaloids, Essential Oil.
Antidotes
The antidotes of Leucas linifolia Spreng are Piper nigrum Linn., Zingiber officinale Roscoe, Apis mellifera L. (Honey).
Toxicity
Currently no Toxicity information is available for Leucas linifolia Spreng. (work in progress)