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Punarnava (Red Spiderling / Hogweed)
Boerhavia diffusa
ପୁନର୍ନବା (Punarnava)पुनर्नवा (Punarnava)Punarnava
- Family
- Nyctaginaceae
- Origin
- Indian subcontinent
- Plant Type
- Herb
- Habitat
- Outdoor
About the Plant
Prostrate sprawling perennial herb with diffuse purple-tinged branches; opposite unequal ovate leaves, and tiny pinkish-red campanulate flowers in loose axillary umbels.
Traditional Uses
Edema, chronic kidney disease, ascites, congestive heart failure, and liver disorders
Parts Used
Roots, aerial parts, whole plant
Ayurvedic Properties
- Rasa: Madhura, Tikta, Kashaya
- Guna: Laghu, Ruksha
- Virya: Ushna
- Vipaka: Madhura
Health Benefits
- Renoprotective diuretic, relieves generalized edema, protects liver, and reduces proteinuria
Precautions
Excessive use in dehydrated states without fluid replacement should be avoided
Interesting Facts
The Sanskrit name 'Punarnava' means 'that which renews or restores youth to the body'