- Region
- Asia
- Origin
- Asia (west and south), Africa (north)
- Sanskrit
- Utangan
- Traditions
- Ayurveda, Unani medicine
Asia · Herb · № 439
Blepharis edulis
Herb · Asia
Blepharis
Blepharis edulis
Traditionally attributed effects: resolvent, diuretic, aphrodisiac, expectorant; for impotence, blood, chest, lung and liver diseases; leaves for fever, urinary discharge, leucoderma; root regulates menstruation.
Safety notes
Traditional use is no proof of effectiveness; if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or have a medical condition, consult a doctor or pharmacist.
Preparation
3–5 g seed powder; leaves externally on wounds.
Use in traditions
Described in the Ayurvedic materia medica. Sanskrit name: Utangan. The seeds (utangan) swell into mucilage in water and are used in Ayurveda and Unani medicine as a tonic and diuretic. The plant grows in dry regions from Iran to north-western India.
Applications
Use by tradition
How different herbal traditions describe this herb. Amounts are traditional guidelines checked for obvious errors; they are not medical advice. For poisonous plants no dosage is given on purpose.
Ayurvedic materia medica
Attributed effects
Resolvent, diuretic, aphrodisiac, expectorant; for impotence, blood, chest, lung and liver diseases; leaves for fever, urinary discharge, leucoderma; root regulates menstruation.
Preparation and amount
3–5 g seed powder; leaves externally on wounds.
- Ways to prepare herbs
- Powder and kitchen