Herb · Asia
Indian nightshade
Solanum indicum
Traditionally attributed effects: aphrodisiac, astringent, carminative, strengthens the heart, diuretic, expectorant; for asthma, dry cough, difficult childbirth, chronic fever, colic, worms, painful urination, oedema, catarrh, vomiting, itching.
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
Decoction 48–96 ml; powder 1–2 g; leaf juice with ginger juice; leaves and fruit with sugar externally; part of 'dashamula'.
Use in traditions
Described in the Ayurvedic materia medica. Sanskrit name: Brahati Vanavrinktaki. Brihati is one of the ten roots of dashamula and is used for coughs and asthma. The orange berries are bitter and are not eaten raw.
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
Aphrodisiac, astringent, carminative, strengthens the heart, diuretic, expectorant; for asthma, dry cough, difficult childbirth, chronic fever, colic, worms, painful urination, oedema, catarrh, vomiting, itching.
Preparation and amount
Decoction 48–96 ml; powder 1–2 g; leaf juice with ginger juice; leaves and fruit with sugar externally; part of 'dashamula'.
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