Ayurvedic Properties
- Taste (Rasa)
- Astringent (Kashaya)
- Quality (Guna)
- Light (Laghu), Dry (Ruksha)
- Potency (Virya)
- Cold (Sheeta)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka)
- Pungent (Katu)
- Key Constituents
- Flavonoids, Tannins
- Also Known As
- English: Knotgrass, Small Knotweed
Sanskrit: सपेडी
Hindi: सपेडी
What is Polygonum (Sapedi variety / सपेडी प्रभेद)?
Polygonum plebejum is found across India at up to 5000 feet. It is a small prostrate herb with tiny pink flowers. The whole plant is used. It is used for worm infestations and urinary complaints. It is commonly found on wastelands and paths. Dose: 2-4 tola. Verse: mentioned in the guduchyadi section.
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3
Therapeutic Actions (Karma)
- Krimighna (anthelmintic)
- Mutrashodhana (urinary purifier)
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3
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