Herb · Asia
Blumea
Blumea lacera
Traditionally attributed effects: astringent, stomachic, antispasmodic, promotes menstruation, diuretic; for purulent eye discharge, worms, catarrh.
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
Tea 14–28 ml; fresh leaf juice in the eyes.
Use in traditions
Described in the Ayurvedic materia medica. Sanskrit name: Kukurandru. A weed with a strong camphor smell. In India the leaf is burned to drive away insects and used as juice for fever and bleeding.
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
Astringent, stomachic, antispasmodic, promotes menstruation, diuretic; for purulent eye discharge, worms, catarrh.
Preparation and amount
Tea 14–28 ml; fresh leaf juice in the eyes.
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