Manjistha, Rubia cordifolia

  • Botanical Name: Rubia cordifolia
  • Family Name: Rubiaceae
  • Other Name: Manjistha

Uses of Manjishtha

  • Amenorrhea
  • Blood circulation and purification
  • Diarrhea
  • Dysentery
  • Edema
  • Heart disease
  • Hepatitis
  • Jaundice
  • Joint pain
  • kidney and gall stones
  • menorrhagia
  • Skin problems
  • Rheumatism
  • Arthritis

How to Use in Different Diseases?

  • The fruit is also useful for liver disorders.
  • A paste is to treat freckles, ulcer, inflammation and skin conditions.
  • It is used to lower the blood pressure.
  • It is useful for abnormal uterine bleeding, hemorrhage, bronchitis, rheumatism, stones in the kidney, bladder and gall.
  • The leaves and stem is used as a vermifuge.
  • It is also useful for menstrual disorders.
  • The whole plant is beneficial in urinary disorders.
  • It is the best remedy in blood purifies.

Classical Reference

Classical Reference of Manjishtha

Parts used

Stem and root

Dose

Paste – Twice daily

Preparations

Paste