herb data, Cobra's Saffron, Mesua ferrea, Mesua Roxburghii, Mesua coromandalina, Nagakesara, Nagkeshar, holisticonline.com

**Herb Information**
Name: Cobra's Saffron
Biological Name: Mesua ferrea, Mesua Roxburghii, Mesua coromandalina Clusiaceae
Other Names: Cobra's Saffron, Nagakesara, Nagkeshar Cobra Saffron, Nagachempakam, Nagakesara, Nangu
Description: This herb is found in India.
Parts Used: Flower buds, flowers, fruit, seed, root, bark, oil
Medicinal Applications Actions: Bark-aromatic, sudorific, tonic Oleo-resin from bark: aromatic, demulcent Blossoms (fresh) -stomachic, bitter, aromatic, sudorific Blossoms (dried) -stomachic, stimulant, carminative Root-aromatic, sudorific, tonic Unripe fruit - aromatic, acrid, purgative Uses The leaves are applied to the head in the form of a poultice for severe colds. Oil from the seeds is used for sores, scabies, wounds, and rheumatism. The root of this herb is often used as an antidote for snake poison. The dried flowers are used for bleeding hemorrhoids and dysentery with mucus. Fresh flowers are also prescribed for excessive thirst, excessive perspiration, cough, and for indigestion.
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.