Hindi Name:Vajradanti, Katsaraiya,Piyabansa. |
Sanskrit Name:Saireyaka |
Common Name:Barleria |
Latin Name:Barleria Prionitis Linn |
Medicinal Properties:Panchanga (Whole plant) is used in Ayurveda for dental care. preparations. The herb is considered Vajradanti described in ancient Ayurvedic literature. The word Vajradanti (diamond teeth)-means that it strengthens teeth and make them as tough as the diamond. Its twigs and leaves are chewed to maintain dental hygiene and to guard them against decay.
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Effect on Dosha:Pacifies Kapha and Vata. |
Main Classical Uses:Patra Swaras |
Reference:Dravyaguna Vigyan, Prof. Priyavrat Sharma, Chaukhambha Bharti Academy, Varanasi. INDIA. |