Herb · Asia
Talmakhana
Hygrophila auriculata
Traditionally attributed effects: root cooling, bitter tonic, diuretic, soothing; seeds diuretic and aphrodisiac; for oedema, kidney stones and urogenital complaints, jaundice, impotence and weakness, asthma.
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 of the root 14–40 ml; tea of the plant 14–40 ml; seeds 0.5 g; seed powder with honey and ghee for asthma.
Use in traditions
Described in the Ayurvedic materia medica. Sanskrit name: Kokilaksha. In Ayurveda the seeds (kokilaksha) are used as a tonic and diuretic. The plant grows in wet rice fields and has long spines.
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
Root cooling, bitter tonic, diuretic, soothing; seeds diuretic and aphrodisiac; for oedema, kidney stones and urogenital complaints, jaundice, impotence and weakness, asthma.
Preparation and amount
Decoction of the root 14–40 ml; tea of the plant 14–40 ml; seeds 0.5 g; seed powder with honey and ghee for asthma.
- Ways to prepare herbs
- Tea (infusion)DecoctionSyrup, honey and oxymelPowder and kitchen