Elephantopus Scaber Herb Uses, Benefits, Cures, Side Effects, Nutrients
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General Name
Elephantopus Scaber
Glycemic Index / Load
Prickly Leaved Elephant Foot
Botanical Name
Elephantopus Scaber
Hindi Name
Adhomukha, Ban Tambakhu
Elephantopus Scaber Cures
Action of Elephantopus Scaber
Nutrients in Elephantopus Scaber
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Parts Used
Whole Plant, Root ExtrRoot extract & leavesact , Leaves
Side Effects, Risk Factors of, and Cautions for Elephantopus Scaber
Avoid use during Pregnancy and Breastfeeding.
Description
Elephantopus Scaber Foot is a plant.
It is perennial.
It grows up to 60 Cm.
It grows in a warm climate.
Best used for Skin Problems, Liver Disorders.
Ironweed,
In TCM :
Elephantopus Scaber : Ding Shu Xiu
Materia Medica for Elephantopus Scaber
Elephantopus Scaber General
Ban Tambakhu's leaves are used to treat Hair fall.
It is a good herbal remedy for Skin Diseases. The paste made of its leaves is applied over Ulcers, Furuncles (accumulation of pus within the Tissues), Scabies and Eczema. A blend of its roots is used to treat Leucorrhea and Anemia.
Its constituent, Sesquiterpenes Lactone is used to treat Cancer.
It is an effective herbal remedy for the ailments like, Intermittent Fever, Diarrhea, and Cold.
It is a good herbal treatment for Respiratory Ailments like, Bronchitis, Cough, and Asthma.
The paste prepared from Ban Tambakhu leaves is used to combat Stomach Pain. It's fresh roots are used to prepare a blend which is best for combating Vomiting.
The root mixture is used to treat liver disorders like, Jaundice, Biliousness(High Bile Secretion) and Blood Impurity.
A paste made from the plant is used to treat diseases like Gall Bladder Stone, Pain in the Abdomen, etc.
The leaves and roots extracts of Ban Tambakhu are consumed by Diabetic Patients.
A warm infusion or mixture of its leaves is beneficial for Weight Loss.
Its extracts are used for treating Rheumatism.
A decoction prepared from its roots or leaves is used to kill Roundworms.
Its mixture is used to treat Hemorrhoids(Piles).
A plant decoction is used to increase Urination.
It is favorable for women. The pills made from this plant are used to treat Heavy Menstrual Bleeding.
A mixture or blend of its roots or leaves is used to treat Venereal Diseases (Sexually Transmitted Diseases).
Caution : Consult a doctor before consuming it.
Single HerbGrind the roots of Elephantopus Scaber plant to make paste. Apply it over Snake Bite. This remedy is very effective.
Apply the leaf juice of Elephantopus Scaber on your scalp. Wash after 6 hours.
Elephantopus Scaber for Eczema
Prepare a decoction of Elephantopus Scaber plant. Use it to wash the Eczema affected areas.
Elephantopus Scaber for Heart Diseases
Cut the roots of Elephantopus Scaber in small pieces. Make a decoction of it. Take 2 tsp once a day.
Make a decoction of crushed Elephantopus Scaber's root. Have 5 ml of it once a day.
Crush whole plant of Elephantopus Scaber. Make an infusion of it. Take 30 ml of it two times a day.
Elephantopus Scaber for Menstrual Disorder
Take fresh leaves and stems of Elephantopus Scaber. Boil them with water. Drink 2 tsp twice a day.
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Take 30 g roots of Elephantopus Scaber, 20 g Heena leaves and 25 g Guava leaves. Boil them together in water to make decoction. Take 20 ml of it once a day. It helps in restoring the Womb after Pregnancy.
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Take the tuber of Asparagus Racemusus, Elephantopus Scaber roots, fruits of Giant Potato and 40 to 50 gm of Sugar Candy. Make a paste of all the herbs. Consume this paste orally with one glass of water once a day for atleast a week.