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| Name: Small Caltrops |
| Biological
Name: Tribulus terrestris,
Tribulus lanuginosus, Tribulus aeylanicus
Zygophyllaceae |
| Other
Names: Small Caltrops, Goats head, Puncture Vine, Chota-gokhru, Gokshura
Gokuuru, Ikshuragandha, Nerinjil, Njeringil |
| Description:
This Ayurvedic herb is a trailing plant common in sandy soil throughout India, and Sri Lanka. |
| Parts Used: Fruit |
| Medicinal
Properties
Action Analgesic, aphrodisiac, diuretic, lithotriptic, nervine, rejuvenative, tonic Uses This herb is used in the treatment of urinary disorders and impotence, Kidney diseases and gravel, diseases of the genito-urinary system, calculus affections, gout etc. It is also useful for uterine disorders, diseases of the heart, and many other conditions. Ayurveda practitioners consider this herb to be very valuable in improving vitality. It revitalizes the emaciated human system. It strengthens the postpartum woman. It is being studied as a potential herbal remedy against AIDS. |
| Dosage: Decoction, powder |
| Safety: Do not use if dehydrated. No other information available. |
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