Pashanbheda

Bergenia ligulata

Traditionally attributed effects: diuretic, soothing, astringent, tonic; known for dissolving kidney stones; for fever, diarrhoea, lung complaints, eye inflammation, teething in children.

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

Root 0.5–1.5 g; with honey on the gums when teething.

Use in traditions

Described in the Ayurvedic materia medica. Sanskrit name: Pashanbheda. Pashanbheda means 'stone breaker': the plant grows in rock crevices in the Himalaya and is used in Ayurveda against kidney and bladder stones, among others in Cystone.

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

Diuretic, soothing, astringent, tonic; known for dissolving kidney stones; for fever, diarrhoea, lung complaints, eye inflammation, teething in children.

Preparation and amount

Root 0.5–1.5 g; with honey on the gums when teething.

Ways to prepare herbs: Syrup, honey and oxymel

Sources

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