Boerhaavia diffusa Linn.

Primary Characteristics

Primary Characteristics

Boerhaavia diffusa Linn. is aslo known as Boerhaavia repens var. diffusa Linn., belongs to Nyctaginaceae, family.
The Arabic Names for this herb are Khuridah, Ruqaamat, Ruqat, Wujef.
The English Name for this herb is Spreading Hogweed.
The Urdu Names for this herb are Bashkhira, Bashkura, Biskhapra, Nakbel.

Pharmacological Actions

The pharmacological Actions of Boerhaavia diffusa Linn. are Anti-inflammatory, Diuretic, Emetic, Emmenagogue, Expectorant, Laxative, Resolvent, Stomachic, Vasodilator.

Seeds:

  • Aphrodisiac
  • Carminative
  • Tonic


    • Root powder:
  • Laxative


    • Infusion (Root):
  • Febrifuge


    • Indications

    The Indications of Boerhaavia diffusa Linn. are Ascites, Jaundice, Asthma, Edema, Internal Inflammations, Enlargement of Liver, Dropsical Swelling, Worm Affections, Febrile Affections, Urethritis, Scanty Urine.

    The Indications of Leaves of Boerhaavia diffusa Linn. are Renal Failure, Dropsy.

    No Contra Indication information is available for Boerhaavia diffusa Linn..

    Temperaments

    The Temperaments of Boerhaavia diffusa Linn. are 2nd order, warm and dry, 2nd order warm, 1st order, dry.

    Available Brands

    BrandManufacturer/Mnf. Representative
    BonjigarHerbion Pakistan Pvt Ltd.
    FEMINISOSynergic

    Compound Preparations

    No Compound Preparation information is available for Boerhaavia diffusa Linn..

    Dosage

    PartDoseInstruction
    Whole Herb2.000g - 3.000g

    Herb's Description

    No information regarding Boerhaavia diffusa Linn.'s description is currently available.

    Taste Odor & Occurrence

    Occurence: It occurs in India.. Troublesome weed and its abundance is specially noticed during the rainy seasons.

    Substitutes

    No information regarding Boerhaavia diffusa Linn.'s substitute is currently available.

    Active Constituents

    Boerhaavia diffusa Linn.'s Active constituents:

    Antidotes

    No information regarding Boerhaavia diffusa Linn.'s antidot is currently available.

    Warning & Precautions

    Large doses or continous use may harm the chest.

    Toxicity

    Currently no Toxicity information is available for Boerhaavia diffusa Linn.. (work in progress)