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Herb Information
Name: Velvet Leaf |
Biological
Name: Cissampelos pareira |
Other
Names: Velvet Leaf, Laghu Pata, Jal Jamni, Patha, Harjori |
Description:
This herb is found in India and Sri Lanka.
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Parts
Used: Root, bark, leaves |
Medicinal
Applications
Action
diuretic, lithotriptic,
stomachic, bitter tonic.
Uses:
bladder diseases
Bright's Disease
diarrhea
dysentery
edema
fever
indigestion
kidney inflammation
urinary diseases
Remedies incorporating
this herb:
Laghu Pata Remedy for colic
This Ayurvedic remedy is often
prescribed for colic.
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Dosage:
Decoction, powder, extract
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Safety:
No information about the safety of this herb is available.
Use caution. Ayurvedic herbs are often taken in combination to neutralize the toxicity one herb with the opposing effect of other. Do not take except under the supervision of a qualified professional.
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