Vinca major Linn.
Vinca major Linn. belongs to Apocynaceae family.
The English names for this herb are Big leaf periwinkle , Bigleaf periwinkle, Greater periwinkle, Lochnera rosea, Reichb., Madagascar periwinkle , Rosy periwinkle.
Description
Vinca major Linn.. A semi-procumbent shrub with trailing ascending stems; 1-3 feet long. The leaves are dark green, large and egg-shaped, with the margins minutely fringed. The flowers of the Periwinkle vary somewhat in intensity of colour, but the average colour is a deep purplish-blue. A white variety of the Lesser Periwinkle occurs in Devonshire and in gardens; it is often met with bearing purple, blue and white flowers, sometimes double. This ornamental plant is fast growing and flowers all year long.
Pharmacological Actions
The pharmacological actions of Vinca major Linn. are Acrid, Anti-cancerous, Astringent, Tonic.
The pharmacological action of Vinca major Linn.'s Flower is Laxative.
Indications
The indications of Vinca major Linn. are Diarrhoea, Sore Throat, Cancer, Vaginal Discharge, Haemorrhages, Tonsilliis, Excessive Menstrual Bleeding, Abnormal uterine bleeding, Congestion.
The indication of Vinca major Linn.'s Flower is Constipation.
Contraindications
None recorded.
Temperament
None recorded.
Occurrence, Taste & Odor
None recorded.
Dosage
| Part | Dose | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Whole Herb | 1.000 – 0.000 cup | For obstructions of mucus in the intestines and lungs, diarrhoea, congestions, haemorrhages, etc., Periwinkle Tea is a good remedy. |
| Tincture | 2.000 – 10.000 drops/day | three or four times in the day, with a spoonful of water. Is given medicinally for the milk-crust of infants as well as for internal haemorrhages. |
Available Brands
None recorded.
Compound Preparations
No Compound Preparation information is available for Vinca major Linn..
Substitutes
No information regarding Vinca major Linn.'s substitute is currently available.
Active Constituents
The active constituents of Vinca major Linn. are Alkaloid [Vinblastine and vincristine, they are used in chemotherapy in the treatment of cancer.], Tannin.
Antidotes
No information regarding Vinca major Linn.'s antidote is currently available.
Toxicity
Currently no Toxicity information is available for Vinca major Linn.. (work in progress)