Medicinal Plants : Rubia cordifolia

Name

Biological Name

Rubia cordifolia, Rubia manjishta, Rubia secunda
Rubiaceae

Other Names

Parts Used

Root, fruit

Remedies For

Action

alterative, anti-tumor, astringent, deobstruent, diuretic, emmenagogue, hemostatic, lithotriptic

Uses:

amenorrhea
bleeding
blood circulation and purification
cancer
diarrhea
dysentery
dysmenorrhea
edema
heart disease
hepatitis
herpes
jaundice
joint pain
kidney and gall stones
menopause
menorrhagia
painful menstruation
paralysis
skin problems
rheumatoid arthritis
obstructions in urinary passages

This herb is also used to cleanse and regulate liver, spleen, pancreas, and kidneys.

The fruit is useful in hepatic obstructions. Root paste removes freckles, and discoloration of the skin.

Description

This is a climbing plant found in the Himalayas and hill stations in India.

Dosage

Decoction, powder, paste, ghee.

Safety

Caution: May cause severe chills.

No further 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.