Herb · Asia
Siris
Albizzia lebbek
Traditionally attributed effects: cleansing, insect-repellent, anti-allergic; for bronchitis, leprosy, paralysis, gum inflammation, worms, snake bites and scorpion stings, night blindness.
Safety notes
Serious illnesses such as infections, cancer or hepatitis need a doctor: there is no evidence that this remedy cures them. Traditional use is no proof of effectiveness; if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or have a medical condition, consult a doctor or pharmacist.
Cautions by tradition (1)
- Ayurvedic materia medica: Serious illnesses such as infections, cancer or hepatitis need a doctor: there is no evidence that this remedy cures them.
Preparation
Bark powder 3–6 g; seed powder 1–2 g; tea of leaf/flower 12–24 ml; leaf compress on ulcers.
Use in traditions
Described in the Ayurvedic materia medica. Sanskrit name: Shirish. The siris bears fragrant, fluffy flowers and long pods that rattle in the wind ('woman's tongue tree'). In Ayurveda (shirisha) the bark is the main remedy against poison and allergy.
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
Cleansing, insect-repellent, anti-allergic; for bronchitis, leprosy, paralysis, gum inflammation, worms, snake bites and scorpion stings, night blindness.
Preparation and amount
Bark powder 3–6 g; seed powder 1–2 g; tea of leaf/flower 12–24 ml; leaf compress on ulcers.
Caution: Serious illnesses such as infections, cancer or hepatitis need a doctor: there is no evidence that this remedy cures them.
- Ways to prepare herbs
- Tea (infusion)Compress, poultice and pastePowder and kitchen