Bhringaraj Powder(Eclipta Alba)
Botanical Name(s): Eclipta Alba
Kingdom: Plantae
Division: Magnoliophyta
Class: Magnoliopsida
Order: Asterales
Family: Asteraceae
Genus: Eclipta L.
Species: Eclipta prostrata (L.)
Popular
Name(s): Babri, Galagara, Gunta-kalagara, Kaikeshi, Karisha-langanni,
Karisirang-kanni, Kesharaji, Kesuri, Kesuria, Kesutti, Maka, Mochkand
Parts Used: Herb, roots, leaves
Habitat: Throughout India & Southwestern America
Uses & Benefits of Bhringaraj
Bhringaraj
is the main herb for the hair care and cirrhosis in Ayurveda. It is
believed to maintain and rejuvenate hair, teeth, bones, memory, sight,
and hearing.
It works to rejuvenate kidneys and liver. As oil, it
treats graying and balding, makes the hair darker, and promotes deep
sleep. It also improves complexion.
In Ayurveda, the root powder is
used for treating hepatitis, enlarged spleen and skin disorders. Mixed
with salt, it relieves burning urine sensation. Mixed with a little oil
and applied to the head, the herb relieves headache.
Bhringraj is
also used in to prevent repeated miscarriage and abortion. It is also
used to relieve post-delivery uterine pain. The leaves of this herb are
used to reduce uterine bleeding.
The extract taken of its leaves is
mixed with honey and given to infants, for the expulsion of worms.
Bhringaraj is also given to children in case of urinary tract
infections.
Fumigation with Bhringaraj is considered to bring about relief in piles.
Bhringaraj
oil is has anti-aging properties, as it has a rejuvenating effect on
the body. It is also given as a general tonic in cases of debility.
Bhringaraj is used extensively by Ayurvedic practitioners, for treating skin diseases and eye infections.
Due to its anti-inflammatory properties, the herb is also used for treating hyperacidity.