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MEDICINAL HERBS (Continued from Page 1)

Latin Name Sanskrit Name English Name Common
Name		 Part(s) used Drug Class Indication
Cordia myxa . . Lasoda Gum Mild tonic .
Coriandrum sativum Dhanyaka Coriander Dhania seed Carminative,  Menstrual disorders, skin diseases, conjunctivitis
Costus speciosus . Costus kuth root Bitter, tonic, astringent Purgative, depurative,
Crataeva nurvala Varun Steaved tree Vauana bark, leaf,. root Urinary tract infections, kidney stones
Crataeva religiosa Varun Steaved tree Vayavarna bark Demulcent,  laxative,  alterative, tonic, stomachic, diuretic .
Crategus oxyacan-
thoides		 . Hawthorn Ban-sangli berrie Cardiac tonic .
Cressa
cretica		 . . Rudanti . Tonic,  anti-bilious, expectorant, .
Crinum
latifolium		 Sudarsan . . leaf ,  bulb Ear-discharge Piles, fever, earache,
Crocus sativus Kunkum Saffron Kesar stigmas Stimulant, digestive, women's ailments  Skin diseases
Crossandra infunduli-
formis		 . . Priyadarsa plant Aphrodisiac .
Crotalaria verrucosa Shanpu-
shpi		 Verru cosa Sanai Leaf Coolant, 
salivation		 Skin diseases
Croton oblongifolius Kastidanti . Nagdanti Leaf Acute inflammatory condition Fever,
Croton tiglium Jaipal Croton seed Jamalgota seed , oil Purgative, alopecia, anti-inflammatory .
Cryptolepis buchanania Krishna
sariva		 Indian sarsaparilla Shyama roots, Alterative, tonic, galactagogue, blood-purifier .
Cucurbita
pepo		 kurlaru . Kaula, Safed kaddu seed Anti-helmintic Burn
Cuminum cyminum Jeerak Cumin seed Jeera fruit Stomachic,  astringent Stimulant,
Curculigo orchioides Krishna
musli		 Black
musale		 Kali musli root Demulcent, restora-
tive, tonic,
aphrodisiac		 Piles, jaundice, asthma
Curcuma
amda		 Amra
haridra		 Mango Ginger Ambehalad rhizome Carminative, stomachic, cooling agent .
Curcuma aromatica Van haridra Zedoary
small, wild cochin plant		 Jangli halad rhizome Tonic, carminative, external application on bruises, sprains .
Curcuma
longa		 Haridra Turmeric Haldi rhizome Anti-septic,
anti-inflamma-
tory
(ext & internal),
anti-tumour, anti-diabetic, anti-
oxidant, natural
colour.		 .
Curcuma zedoaria Karchoor Zedoary Kachura rhizome Carminative Stomachic
Cuscuta
reflexa		 Akasha-
valli		 Dordor Amarvel seeds Liver stimulant,
itching, carminative		 .
Cyamopsis psoralioides Bakuchi Cluster
bean		 Gowar,
Bawachi		 Pods, seed, oil, Leucoderma Skin disorders
Cymbopogon citratus Bhustrina Lemon grass Gandhatrana Leaf, Carnimative,
coolant,  anti-spasmodic, tonic		 Insomnia,
Cymbopogon schoenanthus Rohisha Rosha grass Sugani grass Diaphoretic Diuretic, fever, alopecia, respiratory disorders
Cymopsis tetragon-
oloba		 Guar gum   Gum Laxative, pharmaceutical excipient  
Cynara scolymus     Hathichuk leaf Edible vegetable  
Cynodon dactylon Durva Creeping cynodon Doob plant   Diuretic, dropsy, conjunctivitis, piles, menorrhagia
Cyperus rotundus Musta Nut grass Motha/
Musta		 Tuber Anti-inflammatory, hepato-protective, astringent,
diaphoretic,
stomachic,
demulcent,
vermifuge,
hairtonic, , tonic		 Stimulant
Cyperus scariosus Nagor musta Umbrella's
edge		 Nagarmotha Tuber Abdominal,
urinogenital infec-
tions, aromatic, astringent, hairwash		 Stomachic
Jasminum grandiflorum Jati Spanish jasmine Jati Leaf, flower, Astringent, anthelmintic ,
diuretic, emmanogogue		 .
Jasminum sambac Mallika Jasmine arabian Mugra/ Moghra Flower Essential oil, galactagogue Ear, nose,
throat diseases,
Jatropha curcus Vyaghra erand . Drawanti . Hemostatic, milk-purifier, astringent, antiseptic .
Juglans  regia Akshota Walnut Akhrot . Brain tonic,
antiseptic,
stimulant,
expectorant		 .
Juniperus communis Hapusha Juniper berry Hauber Fruit, berrie Diuretic,
carminative, stimulant,		 Dropsy, skin diseases
Justicia gendarussa Neel Nirgundi . Kala adusalsa, Leaf . Respiratory disorders, digestive
Justicia picta Rakta adulasa . Rakta adulasa Leaf  anti-spasmodic, resuscitative, schizophrenia
obesity		 Bronchitis, asthma, tuberculosis, coughs, intestinal worms
Kaempferia galanga Sugandhavacha . Kapur kachri Tuber Stimulant, expectorant, carminative,
diuretic		 Nasal blockages
Lactuca scariola . Lettuee Salad Leaf, seed, Anodyne, sedative, diuretic,
expectorant		 .
Lantana camara . Lantana Ghaneri Plant Diaphoretic, carminative,
stimulant		 Sprains, respiratory
diseases,
Launaea pinnatifida Pathri . Bhoi pathri Plant Milk-purifier, substitute for taraxacum .
Laurus nobillis . Bay, Victors laurel Hab-el-ghar Leaf, berrie Spice berries Diarrhoea, leucorrhoea, dropsy
Lawsonia alba Madayantika Henna Mehndi Leaf Hair dye, Hair conditioner, astringent, gargle, coolant Headache
Lepidium sativum Chandrashoor Water  cress Halim Seed, plant, leaf Aphrodisiac, galactagogue,
leaf: stimulant, diuretic, plant:  expectorant,		 Asthma, bleeding piles
Leptadenia reticulata Jiwanti . Jivanti Plant Abortifacient, stimulant, tonic .
Leucas aspera . Leucas Chota halkusa Plant Laxative,
anthelmintic,		 Fever, scabies, cough,
cold, paralysis,
jaundice
Leucas cephalotes Dronpushpi . Gomo Plant Expectorant, insecticide, emmenogogue .
Linum usitatissimum Uma Linseed Alsi Seed  Diuretic,
demulcent
externally		 Respiratory diseases,
Litsea chinensis Medasak . Ama Wood Impotency,
analgesic, anti-inflammatory		 .
Lobelia nicotianaefolia . Lobelia Dhaval Leaf Expectorant, Asthma
Luffa acutangula Koshataki Towel gourd Jangli toru Fruit, root, leaf Diuretic, nutritive, emetic,
expectorant,		 .
Lycopodium clavatum . Clubmoss spores Bendarli Powder Aphrodisiac, plant: diuretic,
antiseptic,		 Rheumatism,
respiratory
diseases
Madhuca indica Madhuk Madhuka Mahua, moha Bark, flower   galactagogue, astringent, tonic Bronchitis, rheumatism, diabetes, piles, orchitis, tonsillitis, eczema,
Majorana hortensis . Common majoram . Plant Spice .
Mallotus phillippinensis Kampillak Indian kamala Kabila Fruit hair Bactericide, bitter, styptic, anthelmintic, Pimples
Malva ratundifolia . Country mallow Khubasi . Emollient, Scurvy piles, cough, inflammation
Malva sylvestris . Common mallow Gul kheir Flower Emollient, refrigerant, respiratory disorders, Urinary tract infections
Marrubium vulgare . White hove hound Pahari gandana Plant Anthelmintic, dyspepsia, Jaundice, phthisis, hepatitis
Matricaria chamomilla . Bitter chamomile Babuni-ke-phul Flower Insomnia, dysmenorrhoea,  nervine sedative, stimulant, hysteria, antiseptic, wound-healing, flatulence, anti-inflammatory Rheumatism,
Medicago sativa Ashvabala Alfalfa, Lycern Lasunghas Plant . Dropsy, heart diseases, respiratory disorders, stomachic, arthritis, hair care, hypertension
Melia azadirachta Mahanimb Beed Tree Bakain Leaf, bark , root Antiseptic, tonic Skin diseases, eczema, wormicidal,  rheumatism, measles, leprosy, adenopathy,
Melilotus officinalis . . Aspurak Plant Astringent, anti-inflammatory .
Melissa officinalis . Lemon balm Bililotan Plant flow Longevity, memory tonic Fever, nervous diseases,
Mentha arvensis Pudina Marsh mint Pudinah Leaf, plant Carminative, flavouring agent, antiseptic, refrigerant, Body heat, toothache, intestinal worms
Mentha piperita . Peppermint Gamathi pudinah Leaf Carminative, stimulant .
Mentha spicata Pudina Marsh mint Pudinah Leaf, plant Carminative, flavouring agent, antiseptic, refrigerant, Body heat, toothache, intestinal worms
Mesua ferrea Nagkeshar Cobras saffron Nagkesar Flower, bud Astringent, alterative, coolant, nutritive. bark: astringent, aromatic .
Mimosa pudica Lajjalu Humble plant/ Sensitive plant Lajwanthi Seed, plant Bactericide, sedative, purgative, Skin diseases, mouth ulcers, throat inflammations
Mirabilis jalapa Krishnakeli 4'O' clock plant Gulabbas Plant Diuretic, lymphadenopathy, anti-bacterial, anti-viral Skin diseases,
Momordica charantia Karvellak Bitter gourd Karela Fruit, leaf Anthelmintic, Piles, jaundice diabetes,
Morinda citrifolia Achuka Indian Mulberry Aal Fruit, leaf Leaf: febrifuge, tonic, Asthma, spongy gums, wound-healing
Moringa oleifera Shigru Drumstick, Horseradish Shobhanjan, sahijan Seed Anti-fungal, anti-viral, flocculating agent,  stimulant, abortifacient, Hypertension, ulcer, rheumatism, sterility, alopecia, cardiotonic, paralysis, liver disorders, spleen disorders
Morus alba Tuti, Tula White mulberry Tut Bark, fruit Laxative, nutritive, wormicidal Cough, sore throat, anaemia,
Mucuna pruriens Kapikachu Cowhage Kawach Seed, root Parkinsonism, aphrodisiac, : purgative, natural color, diuretic, Vigour. root, nervous system disorders,
Murraya koenigii . Curry leaf tree Kurry patta Leaf, plant Carminative, stimulant, tonic,  vomiting , laxative, dysentery Fever,
Musa paradisiaca Kadali Banana Kela Fruit, Plant Hair care, astringent, laxative, diuretic, Skin diseases, piles, anaemia, venereal diseases,
Musa sapientum Vana laxmi Plantain Kela Fruit leaf stem Demulcent, nutrient, astringent, coolant .
Myrica nagi Katphal Bay berry, Box myrtle Kaiphala Leaf, bark Fe astringent, antiseptic, Asthma, fevers, colds, women's diseases, teeth diseases, wounds,
Myristica fragrans Jatiphal Nutmeg & Mace Jaiphal Seed Aphrodisiac, carminative .
Myristica malabarica . Wild nutmeg Ramphal Seed External application  in ear diseases .
Myrtus caryophyllus Lavang Cloves Lavang Bud, leaf Toothache, antiseptic, carminative .
Nasturtium officinale . Watercress Jal-halim Plant, leaf Anti-ascorbic, appetizer Anaemia, asthma, hyperthyroidism, piles, skin diseases,
Nelumbo nucifera Padmoj Sacred lotus Kamal / Padma Flower, seed, leaf, root Diuretic, Urinary tract infections, piles, leprosy, vomiting, fever, dysentery,
Nerium indicum Karvir Exile tree/ Oleander Kaner Root, plant Insecticide, Epilepsy, herpes, other viral infection
Nerium odorum karvira Sweet Scented oleander . Root, bark,. Diuretic, cardiac tonic, Piles, cancer
Nicotiana tabacum Tamrakatu Tobacco Tambaku Leaf & stalk Sedative, insecticidal, emetic, purgative .
Nigella sativa . Black cumin Kalonji Seed Bactericidal, tumour, stimulant, diuretic, galactagogue, carminative .
Nordotachyns jatammansi Jatamansi Spikenard Jata Bark Emmenagogue, uterine tonic, hypertension, pericardial effusion .
Nyctanthes arbortristis Parijat Night jasmine Parijatak Flower, leaf . Cancer, fever, rheumatism
Nymphae rubra . . Chhota kanval Root, flower . Dyspepsia, piles, diarrhoea, palpitation
Ocimum album Sweet Tulsi Ran Tulsi plant Rantulas Plant Carminative, stimulant, diaphoretic, Skin diseases
Ocimum basilicum Visva Tulsi Sweet basil Krishna tulsi Plant Carminative,  digestive, stomachic, Respiratory diseases, skin diseases,
Ocimum gratissimum VanTulsi Shrubby basil Ram tulsi Leaf . Rheumatism, ejaculation
Ocimum sanctum Tulsi Basil Tulsi Leaf Carminative, expectorant, bactericidal, hair cleanser .
Onosma echiodes Ratanjyot . Rattanjot, Lal jari Root Carminative. leaf: alterative, purgative. flower:  stimulant Rheumatism,
Operculina turpethum Trivrita Indian Jalap/ Turpeth Nisoth Plant, root Constipation, laxative Arthritis, dropsy, gout, jaundice,
Opniorrhiza mungaos Nagasugandh Mongoose plant Nagvelli Plant Snake bite, stomachic, eradicative, .
Origanum majorana . Marjoram Marwa Plant Carminative, expectorant, liver tonic, astringent Asthma, skin diseases, common cold
Oroxylum indicum Shyonak . Tetu , arlu Root Anti-inflammatory, analgesic .
Orthosiphon grandiflorus . Java Tea . Root, bark Cardiotonic, appetizer, blood purifier .
Orthosiphon stamineus Arjak Java Tea Vantulsi Root, bark Cardiotonic, appetizer, blood purifier .
Oxalis corniculata Changeri Indian sorrel Amrut herb Plant Digestive, dysentery, cardiotonic, Anaemia
Paederia foetidia Gandhprasarani . Gandhprasarini plant, root, leaf Analgesic, anti-inflammatory, Toothache, splenitis, rheumatism,Toothache, splenitis, rheumatism,  muscle toner
Paeonia officinalis Ud saleeb . Udsalap, Udesalam Root Emmenagouge, nervine tonic, ascites, epilepsy .
Pandanus odoratissimus Ketaki Fragrant screw pine Kewda Flower Stimulant, nervine tonic, Rheumatism
Papaver rhoeas Rakta posta Red poppy Lalpost Flower Narcotic, sedative .
Papaver somniferum Ahifen Poppy seed Khas-Khas Seed, fruit, Strong analgesic, narcotic Insomnia, dysentery, pains, heat,  itching,
Parmelia lichin Shaileya Stone flower Charela Moss Astringent, carminative, laxative, aphrodisiac, Dyspepsia
Passiflora incarnata . Passion flower . Leaf Aphrodisiac, Insomnia, neuralgia
Pedalium murex Brihad gokshur Big caltrops Bada Gokhru Fruit Aphrodisiac, tonic, diuretic, demulcent, Impotence
Peganum harmala . Wild rue Harmal Seed, plant Galactagogue, aphrodisiac, abortifacient Fevers, asthma, worms, menstrual disorders, laryngitis, head lice,
Pelargonium graveolens . Geranium . Flower Perfumery .
Pentatropis capensis Kaknasa . Kauwaroti Plant Emetic, haemarrhoids, inflammation, leucoderma .
Pergularia extensa . Pergularia Uttran Plant Infantile diarrhoea Respiratory diseases, worms, piles, rheumatism, women's diseases, ,  skin diseases
Petroselinum crispum . Parsley Prajmoda Seed, leaf Digestive,  aphrodisiac Genito-urinary infections, high blood pressure, eye diseases, menstrual disorders,
Phaseolus trilobus Mudagaparni . Mugvan Plant Gout, fever, coolant, dirrhoea, haemarrhoids .
Phragmites karka Nala Nodding veed . Grass Diuretic, Urinary tract infections
Phyllanthus niruri Bhumyamalki . Bhumi amla Plant Liver stimulant, diuretic Viral hepatitis,
Pimpinella anisum Shatpushpa Ani seed Velaiti saunf Seed Digestive, Cataract, asthma, insomnia, head lice
Pinus longifolia Shriveshtak Chir pine Biroza Gum Fungicidal, bactericidal, stimulant .
Piper betle Nagavalli Betel leaf Panpatta Leaf Headache, root Constipation, wounds, boils, lumbago, aromatic, stimulant, contraceptive
Piper chaba Gaja pippali . Badi pippali Fruit Aromatic, stimulant, carminative., Cough, cold, haemorrhoids
Piper cubeba Kankol . Sheetal / kabab chini Fruit Carminative, febrifuge .
Piper longum Magdhi Lindipipper Pippali Fruit Stimulant,  alterative, tonic Chronic bronchitis, asthma,
Piper nigrum Marich Black pepper Kali mirchi Seed Stimulant, alterative Cough, sore throat, aromatic,
Pistacia integerrima Karkat shringi Crab's claw Kakra shingi Gall Tonic,  expectorant Asthma,
Pistacia lentiscus Mastic Gum . Oleoresin Enteric coating material, microscopically mountant .
Plantago ovata Isabgola Psyllium Isabgul Seed . Constipation, dysentery, abdominal pain, piles
Pluchea lanceolata Rasna . Rasna( Gudmar) Leaf Anti-inflammatory, analgesic, nervine tonic .
Plumaria alba . Frangipani . Flower Perfumery .
Plumbago zeylanica Chitrak Cylon lead root Chitrak Root Alterative, gastric stimulant, Mental disorders, skin diseases, piles, dyspepsia
Polianthes tuberosa . Tuberose Rajnigandha Flower Perfumery .
Polygala chinensis . . Senega Root . Fever, dizziness
Polygonum aviculare . Knot grass Anjubar Plant Astringent, styptic, root: anodyne .
Pongamia glabra karanj . Karanj seed, oil . Skin diseases, UV screen, alopecia
Pongamia pinneta karanj . Karanj seed, oil . Skin diseases, UV screen, alopecia
Portulaca oleracea Loni Parslane Kulfa Plant Refrigerant, alterative, Urinary diseases, diarrhoea, diabetes, skin diseases, scurvy, liver diseases
Portulaca tuberosa . Purslane Ramjota